The Sauna Workshop
Ok, let’s admit, seating in a small extremely hot and sometimes humid “box” isn't appealing to everyone.
However, it is hard to ignore all those benefits that the sauna have. Don't you think so? The times when the sauna was used only for relaxation and “detox” has long gone. There is a growing body of evidence from the scientific literature supporting the beneficial effects of saunas on:
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Impressive list, no doubt about. So, how come people don't use the sauna more? Perhaps they aren't familiar with all these facts. By presentation, demonstration and experience, the sauna workshop aims to change that. It starts with understanding!
Ok, let’s admit, seating in a small extremely hot and sometimes humid “box” isn't appealing to everyone.
However, it is hard to ignore all those benefits that the sauna have. Don't you think so? The times when the sauna was used only for relaxation and “detox” has long gone. There is a growing body of evidence from the scientific literature supporting the beneficial effects of saunas on:
- maintaining the muscle and fat loss
- insulin sensitivity
- skin rejuvenation
- the immune system stimulation
- arthritis and chronic pain
- athletic performance
- cardiovascular health
- brain & mental health
- longevity
- and more!
Impressive list, no doubt about. So, how come people don't use the sauna more? Perhaps they aren't familiar with all these facts. By presentation, demonstration and experience, the sauna workshop aims to change that. It starts with understanding!
The Sauna Workshop is a unique presentation of the power of Sauna for our health. Divided into two parts, starting with a keynote presentation of the latest scientific knowledge about sauna, shaped in an easily understandable form continues with practical demonstration and experience inside the Spa.
PRESENTATION-DEMONSTRATION-PRACTICE
Duration: 3 hours (1+2)
Demonstrator: SWE Instructor
Monday, 23. December 2019; "This year, I will invite my mum to the Spa as a Christmas present", said my friend Cindy a couple of days before Christmas. And she continued: "We worked so hard this year. We hardly have had any time for each other. Mom has never been to a spa. I want her to remember these holidays forever. And, if she will like it, we'll become regular users."
I admit I expected to be asked for suggestions or advice as she knows my passion for the sauna. But she didn't.
A few days later, we had lunch together. Of course, I eagerly asked them how it was in the spa?
Cindy briefly answered that it was okay. But then her mom upset said: "Okay? I barely survived the boredom. I thought my brain would burn inside the sauna. And we both were tired for the rest of the day!!!"
They didn't have a clue what to do
As you can imagine, I was intrigued but not very surprised. During my intensive spa and sauna research, I witnessed countless similar stories. Of course, I wanted to know more about this latest experience, so I continued with questions. They explained that the spa was beautiful as expected from five stars hotel. The staff was friendly. Even the price was great. They got a special discount for which they not even asked. They couldn't find any bad words, yet the overall experience was disastrous. They even wanted to write a bad review on the web. Why?
We continued with a discussion and soon, a surprisingly straightforward cognition appeared; They didn't have a clue what to do and how to use all those nice layouts and ambient. Nobody was there to instruct them. Not only they didn't know how to. They didn't even know that they didn't know. That is why they couldn't ask me for suggestions or advice earlier. Their only guide was the hourglass on the wall inside the sauna.
Sound familiar? Anyway, awareness of not knowing is the opportunity to learn.
The Sauna Workshop offers you a unique presentation, practical demonstration and experience. You'll be equipped to take advantage of its power and enjoy the sauna at its best.
AMULTITUDE OF BENEFICIAL EFFECTS
Deep relaxation and better sleep
More efficient detoxification
Muscle gain and fat loss
Improved insulin sensitivity/reduced insulin resist.
Healthier skin and faster skin rejuvenation
Strengthening the immune system
Arthritic and other chronic pain relief
Improved endurance and faster athletic recovery
Increased cardiovascular health
Brain and mind health
Extend longevity, slower ageing
...and much more!
Workshop program
The workshop is divided into two sections. 1] Keynote presentation - Discussion about the theoretical basis and rationale for sauna bathing. 2] Demonstration and practice - Demonstration and practising the sauna bathing.
1] KEYNOTE PRESENTATION - 60 min
"Sauna therapy is probably one of the most underestimated measures that can be used not only to improve health, wellness or athletic performance but also to prevent and treat some common diseases."
By properly using the sauna, we can achieve astonishing results. You will learn what is going on in your body inside the Sauna and realize that we have far more power over our health than we used to think. We discuss...
1. Basic facts the about sauna...
1. Basic facts about the sauna
1] The idea of using a hot temperature to promote good health is not new.
Sweat rituals have been practised by many cultures around the world for thousands of years...
2] Sauna is just a toolbox and temperature is the tool.
Using this tool in the right way, we stimulate the body's adaptation mechanisms to make us more stress-resilient in everyday life, similar to regular exercise...
3] Sauna therapy isn't just heating.
It is also cooling down and resting. All three elements are important for achieving optimal results...
4] Sauna bathing and long-term benefits.
Even if we feel great after every Sauna session we need regular practice for long-term benefits, similar to exercise...
5] Sauna bathing is a major stress for your body.
That is why it is important to take it seriously and with a great deal of caution and common sense...
2. Biological phenomena "responsible" for sauna benefits...
2. Biological phenomena "responsible" for sauna benefits
- Why the stress caused by the sauna may be beneficial?
Is that make any sense?
- It isn't a coincidence that a certain amount of stress can be beneficial. Nature has its way to deal with the unavoidable; She turns it into a necessity.
- Understanding the root cause is important. Knowing the basic principles of body/heat interaction, you can make an informed decision regarding the sauna and health in general.
3. Bodily and cellular response to heat stress...
3. Bodily and cellular response to heat stress
- Thermoregulation is not just sweating. When the ambient temperature change, a whole set of changes at the level of the whole body and individual cells are activated...
- The body possesses an incredible ability to heal itself. Even though health is a default state of the body things may go wrong. When this happens, the body responds with a set of repair mechanisms developed during the million years of evolution. They are active all the time, every moment of our life. But sometimes these mechanisms are impaired due to overstress or even an absence of stress. We will discuss the effect of the heat on the bodily mechanisms responsible for maintaining health.
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6. Effects of the sauna from the science perspective...
5. Effects of the sauna from the science perspective
Many claims about the effects of sauna are floating around. Are they myths or facts? In this last part, we present a systematic review of scientific literature about those effects.
- But first, we discuss contraindications.
Yes, there are a few health conditions for which the sauna bathing is not recommended. But the far most dangerous is the alcohol intake before or during the sauna bathing. Each of the fatal accidents in the sauna reported in the literature was directly connected with alcohol consumption before or during the sauna bathing. This needs to be taken into consideration. We discuss this topic with the help of scientific literature and its recommendations.
- We continue with
- Deep relaxation and Better sleep
- More efficient Detoxification
- Improve insulin sensitivity and reduce insulin resistant
- Healthier skin and faster skin rejuvenation
- Strengthen the Immune system
- Arthritic and other chronic pain relief
- Improve endurance and speed up athletic recovery
- Increase cardiovascular health
- Increase brain health
- Extent longevity, slower ageing - This topic is particularly emphasised and discussed as unhealthy ageing becomes an increasing burden for both individuals and society. We discuss the latest scientific knowledge regarding ageing processes and how can sauna bathing positively Impact a specific process.
...and a bunch of other interesting stuff.
2] DEMONSTRATION & PRACTICE - 120 min
Here you will learn to use the sauna properly. To start modestly and gradually progress until the maximum effectiveness. To the point of understanding, mastering and enjoyment the sauna and its benefits. Including how to overcome the anxiety of fast cooling and other little secrets of sauna bathing.
First-round
- Sauna *( 3 - 10 min )
- Cooling phase ( 0,5 - 2 min )
- Rest phase ( 10 - 15 min )
Second-round
- Sauna *( 5 - 15 min )
- Cooling phase ( 1- 3 min )
- Rest phase ( 10 - 15 min )
Third-round
- Sauna *( 10 - 20 min )
- Cooling phase ( 1- 3 min )
- Rest phase ( 10 - 20 min )
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* There isn't a fixed time. Duration stays inside the sauna depend on personal preference and experience. You will be instructed by the SWE instructor.
Important rules and requirements
As you may notice, the workshop schedule is quite intense. In order to make the most of the time available, some requirements and rules must be followed.
Schedule
Entrance to the hall will be open until the official start according to the schedule. After the workshop begins, entry is no longer possible. The Spa demonstration and experience starts 15 minutes after the keynote presentation.
Health
The sauna bathing is a stress to the body. Sauna bathing is not recommended in case of any acute health issue (fever, cold, open wound, etc.). The participant is obligated to inform the instructor in the case of a chronic health condition.
Food, drinks
Eating is not permitted at the workshop. Soft drinks, preferably water, are allowed.
Clothing
Please check the dress code of the particular Spa where the workshop is organised. Usually, it is suggested to bring the swimwear and slippers.
Intoxicants, drugs, tobacco
No drugs, alcohol, tobacco or other intoxicants are allowed; this also applies to tranquillizers, sleeping pills, and all other sedatives. Those taking medicines or drugs on a doctor's prescription should notify the instructor.
Phones, Recording Devices and Cameras
Mobile phones or any other equipment for capturing an image or sound are not permitted.
Who this workshop is for:
The Sauna workshop is for those who already use the sauna or may intend to use it and wants to know-how. It is also for those who for any reason don't want to use the sauna, however, please, be advised; there is a fair amount of chance that we persuade you to become a regular user and thus improve your health and wellbeing.
So, If you want to know the best way of using the sauna and understand better the body and biological reasons for sauna benefits, this is the workshop for you.
Doesn't hurt to try. You may realize that you have more power over your health than you used to think.
How much does the workshop cost?
The price depends on the location of the workshop. Please check the availability and price by clicking the "EXPERIENCE IT" button below.
Q & A
Of course, but please have in mind that that the rules and requirements are in place for both parts.
Additional question?
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