Sunday, March 28, 2010

ENJOY YOUR SAUNA


The Finnish Sauna Society (Suomen Sauna Seura)
A 12-step guide to an enjoyable sauna session

STEP 1.
Reserve enough time.

STEP 2. Begin by taking a shower.

STEP 3. It is recommended to use something to sit on, a towel for example.

STEP 4. The temperature should not be more than

80-90° C (100° at the most). Adjust the humidity by throwing water on the heater.
STEP 5. When you've warmed up yourself, go to cool off for a while.

STEP 6.
Return in the heat, throw some water.
Now is the time to use the vihta.
STEP 7.
Heat and steam competitions are unhealthy and do not belong to the sauna.

STEP 8. Return to the heat according to your liking.
Spend as much time in the heat as you feel comfortable. A fast transition from hot to cold surroundings is not recommended.Those worried for their health should consult a doctor.
STEP 9. Warm up before washing yourself.
After washing one can still return to warm up a bit.
STEP 10. Finish by rinsing yourself clean.
Rest a while and enjoy a refreshing drink. Put on your clothes only after the sweating has completely stopped.
STEP 11.
Leave the sauna in a tidy condition.

STEP 12. Avoid alcohol and heavy meals before the sauna.
After the sauna, light snacks and refreshing drinks in good company are the way to go.

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