Don't wanna over do it but want to get a decent sweat on.
Posted by Hoops123 (Member # 18333) on :
I would recommend staying in until you break a sweat the first time then work your way up front there. I stay in for 40 minutes now (temp just under 140) and feel much better afterwards ..
Posted by Keebler (Member # 12673) on :
- Are we talking LOW HEAT Infrared sauna? High Heat can be bad for many with lyme (so if a regular sauna, try to turn down heat, or otherwise adjust so not overheated.
At first - just starting out - just 5 - 10 minutes at a time until you know how your body will react to the heat. You may be able to fairly soon get more time but don't jump in feet first.
If you get a hint of not feeling great, step out. Let your body guide you. Do not push.
Remember, the first time your body is also getting used to the materials around you. -
Posted by randibear (Member # 11290) on :
keebler, you're absolutely right. i tried one once for only about 15 minutes. got up and ended up on the floor, almost passed out.
idiot...overdid it. didn't do it again. now i take very warm baths and only for about 10 minutes.
i just can't do heat...
Posted by faithful777 (Member # 22872) on :
All of the above. This is to make you feel better not worse, so go slow. I love mine.
Great detox and for me it helps me sleep better. I sauna two hours or so before bedtime.
Posted by Robin123 (Member # 9197) on :
Also drink water during and after, and shower off afterwards alternating warm and cool water.
Posted by gigimac (Member # 33353) on :
I don't think I have a big problem with just heat. I can get in a really hot hot tub for 20 min. and just love it.
I believe I will stay in just long enough to get a decent sweat on and get out. hopefully it won't take more than 10 min to break a good sweat.
I have contemplated buying a sauna and I wanted to try one out before buying just in case i don't have a good reaction to it.