INFRARED SAUNAS AND WEIGHT CONTROL

One  of the most frustrating challenges people face regarding their health  is maintaining a healthy weight.  Infrared saunas have been clinically  proven to dramatically aid in weight loss and weight control.

A  2000 study showed that spending 30 minutes in an infrared sauna at  least three times a week, for 3 months, provided significant lowering of  weight and waist circumference.  According to the New England Journal  of Medicine, our waist circumference is a critical factor in assessing  the risk of premature death and heart disease.  And those that  were sedentary due to health conditions, showed even more profound  improvement.

During  an infrared sauna session, our core temperature increases and the body  works hard to cool itself.  The U.S. Army conducted a study with  infrared sauna users and estimated the calorie burn to be between 500  and 800 in thirty minute session.

Compare this to other activities' calorie burn over a 30-minute period:

Running-593

Swimming-300

Tennis-265

Cycling-225

Walking-150

Golfing-150

Bowling-150

  Like  these traditional means of exercise, regular use of an infrared sauna  is an effective way to burn calories and condition the heart.  In addition,  there is a substantial increase in blood flow, heart rate, and  metabolic rate.  Call us anytime at (615) 712-0786 to discuss your  health goals.