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“Last night I had the profoundly interesting experience of going straight from a super hot sauna (220 F at its hottest) directly into an ice bath (emphasis on ice... lots of ice). We alternated this for four rounds.”

“Lifestyle behaviors may reduce inflammation and the need for NSAIDs. For example, sauna use reduces levels of pro-inflammatory C-reactive protein and increases levels of anti-inflammatory protein interleukin (IL)-10.”

“However, only one of the studies included in the analysis met the highest standards for quality, creating uncertainty regarding the effectiveness of each exercise type. Sauna use, which mimics many of the physiological effects of exercise, improves mood, too.”

“For example, robust evidence indicates that exercise, sauna use, cold exposure, eating plenty of polyphenol-rich fruits and vegetables, and many other lifestyle factors slow aging. But recent research has revealed some promising technologies that may slow, or even reverse, some markers of aging.”

“There’s were two similar studies that I covered in past videos, which showed that whole body heat treatment (similar to a sauna) prevented muscle atrophy and increased muscle regrowth after immobilization, however, these were done in mice.”

“These findings suggest that human heart health is dependent upon regular low- to moderate-intensity activities that challenge the heart. Link to the full study. Link to FoundMyFitness overview of the cardiovascular benefits associated with sauna use.”

“A person's fluid needs vary according to weight, activity level, and individual sweat losses. In general, drinking one-half to one ounce of water for each pound of body weight per day is adequate. However, exercise, sauna use, and other activities can increase fluid needs markedly.”

“However, stress can upregulate HSP production. These findings suggest that training in a hot environment enhances performance in low-oxygen settings. Learn more about heat exposure via sauna use in our comprehensive overview article.”

“In this podcast we dive into how heat causes the growth of new brain cells, plays a part in the "runner's high," improves endurance, affects longevity, increases heat shock proteins and why that is awesome.”