Category: Infrared Sauna

Infrared saunas have been around for nearly 60 years, first introduced in Japan in 1965. Not long after, Health Mate began selling them in the U.S. Since then, saunas have been part of well-being practices for decades. Some benefits we only recently uncovered. Yet still more have yet to be discovered! One of the first […]

If you’ve been researching leading infrared sauna manufacturers, you’ve probably come across the term “Emissivity” and how it relates to carbon infrared heaters. In addition, you may be concerned about the actual quality of the heaters and could be seeing conflicting evidence or details. To clear up any confusion, let’s dive into what is emissivity […]

Have you ever owned a treadmill or exercise bike only to have it turn into a clothes rack months later? For fitness equipment to be effective, it takes personal commitment, motivation, and energy. Owning personal exercise equipment adds extra convenience when the goal is to prevent illness and build strength or endurance. But what if […]

What’s old is new again! More than ever, we are seeing tried and true health and fitness practices often reserved for professional athletes become part of mainstream treatment for those seeking better overall health. And the latest resurgence is with contrast bathing. It’s a 2,000-year-old practice where you use both cold and heat treatments, interchanging […]

We all love the idea of downtime for ourselves. Sometimes that means a nap, a quick escape to the movies, or a jog around the park. Studies indicate that even short breaks can reduce cortisol levels, a hormone that shoots up during stressful periods. It’s important to reset, but what if you’re too busy to […]

How many times have you heard, “I get my best ideas in the shower?” Perhaps you’ve even personally experienced this phenomenon. As soon as you’re away from regular daily activity or your desk, the mundane task of lather/rinse/repeat leaves the right, or creative, side of your brain free to wander. There’s even a name for […]

As we wind down the year, we all hoped we’d put the pandemic behind us. However, it seems that Covid and its variants still linger. We’re also facing the flu season. Should we second-guess our normal fend-off tactics or don our masks again? Wearing a mask may not be a bad idea if you’re feeling […]

We often lead hectic lives, and what’s a more hectic time than the holidays? You’re not only balancing work, family, and your own self-needs, but throw in some extra shopping, cooking and travel planning and—stress alert! Maybe now is the time to be a bit selfish. Think about enhancing both your mental and physical health. […]