What does Stacy Sims say about infrared sauna vs Finnish saunas?

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prefers traditional Finnish saunas over infrared saunas for their effectiveness in deeply heating the core body temperature, which leads to better physiological adaptations. Infrared saunas, on the other hand, primarily heat the skin and do not reach the core to the same extent as Finnish saunas do. Therefore, for impactful heat exposure benefits, recommends using Finnish saunas 1 2.

Cold Exposure Insights

Andrew and Stacy discuss the effects of deliberate cold exposure on men and women. Stacy recommends heat over cold for women, highlighting the benefits of sauna use. They delve into the ideal temperatures for cold water exposure and the varying responses between genders.
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Dr. Stacy Sims: Female-Specific Exercise & Nutrition for Health, Performance & Longevity
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, PhD, is a researcher at the University of Copenhagen in Denmark. She focuses on the effects of deliberate cold and heat exposure on metabolism and other aspects of human physiology. Her work investigates how these environmental stressors can improve overall health and physiological function.

She has appeared on several podcasts, including the , The Proof with Simon Hill, and The School of Greatness, where she discusses her research and findings.

Dr. Søberg is known for her rigorous scientific approach and contributions to understanding how cold and heat exposure can be utilized for health benefits.

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