Throughout history the sauna has gone under many stages of evolution, mainly due to cultural influence and emerging technology.  There are wet and dry versions of the sauna.

Some of the oldest recorded saunas were pits dug into the earth where rocks were heated to high temperatures.  A basic covering was used over the heated rocks to capture the heat and induce sweating. Water could even be thrown on the hot stones to produce steam.

Here is a brief list of the progression of sauna types:

- The Smoke Sauna is one of the original saunas and is basically described in the preceding paragraph.  This type of sauna has also been fitted with a chimney fixture to eliminate the irritating effects of collecting smoke.

- A continuous fire stove is a more recent version of the above and requires continued manual support to fuel the fire.  The latest of this type are the similar electrically heated saunas which are often found in gyms or homes.  One of the negative part of the traditional saunas is that the air temperatures can average around 80 degrees celcius, which can make extended sessions uncomfortable or a session difficult to maintain for the recommended time.

- Infrared saunas use a technology that

has been around since the 1950s where a special bulb produces rays similar to those of the sun without the UV radiation.  The bulb heaters don’t increase the temperature of the air to extreme temperatures but penetrate the skin to promote perspiration.  I generally break into a good continuous sweat when the temperature reaches about 60 degrees celcius, almost half that of the conventional saunas.  Infrared technology saunas have been researched and purport to provide the same health benefits of traditional saunas along with the safety.  Infrared sauna heaters also can have a life to 10,000 hours.

Here are just a few of the proposed benefits of regular infrared sauna use:

- Pain Relief for muscles and joints

- Increased Detoxification

- Aids in Weight Loss

- Supports Cardiovascular Health

- Promotes Healthy Skin Elasticity and Tone

- Tissue and Muscle Flexibility

- Supports Immune Function and Proposed Aid in Cancer Therapy

- Does not dry up mucous membranes as the conventional counterparts do

There are a few differences between traditional saunas and the infrared sauna.

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Most people have experienced a rock sauna or come across one at some point but the new Far Infrared saunas are gaining popularity. Which is better you might ask? It really depends on who you ask since we found many comparisons online but no true winner overall. It will probably cost a little more to run a Far Infrared sauna versus a rock sauna. In terms of which does a better job of getting those nasty toxins out of your body through sweat, it’s a toss up. There is no strong evidence that either work better but some people prefer one over the other. Many users say they prefer the traditional feel of a steam and rock sauna but others say the heat (temperature) is overbearing in a rock sauna. A Far Infrared sauna will reach temps around 110-130 degrees F while a rock sauna can get up to 140-190 degrees F. The heater in a rock sauna will take about 1/2 hour to heat up while the heaters in a Far Infrared warm-up in 20-30 minutes time. Research both types online and see which features or benefits most interest you.

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Features

1-2 person sauna

For indoor use only

• 3 ceramic tube heaters
• Adjustable roof vent
• Do not place directly on carpet
• Power Requirements: 220v/15 amp
• Natural hemlock fir wood construction
• Full-length tempered glass door and 2 side windows
• Dual interior and exterior LED control panels for easy temperature control
• MP3 auxiliary connector with a built-in amplifier and a small shelf to rest the device on
• Interior reading light
• Increased blood circulation stimulates the sweat glands to release built-up toxins and waste that the body has trapped in the fatty layers just beneath the skin
• Burns calories and helps weight loss
• Radiant heat will helps ease arthritis and join stiffness
• The deep heat of an infrared sauna helps peripheral blood vessels dilate, bringing the relief and heating to muscle and soft tissue injuries
• Sweating achieved after just a few minutes in an infrared sauna carries off deeply embedded impurities and dead skin cells, which cleans the skin and improves skin tone, elasticity, texture and color
• Assembled exterior dimensions: L 39 in; W 36 in; H 76.5 in
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• Assembled weight: approximately 210 lbs

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