Tag: Sauna
4-minute read: A Brief History of Saunas in Poland While Finland often gets the spotlight, sauna culture has deep roots in Central and Eastern Europe too. In Poland, communal bathing traditions stretch back centuries, blending Slavic steam baths with later Nordic influences. Public bathhouses played a central role in medieval towns, where people gathered to […]
4-minute read On Sunday, October 5, I joined a special event hosted by PLA.Yoga, led by instructor and owner Alex Cuellar. It took place at a beautiful house in Altamonte Springs that regularly hosts wellness gatherings. From the moment I arrived, it felt like more than just another yoga class. It was a comprehensive mind-body […]
6-minute read Imagine stepping into a steaming sauna, the air warm and dense, and noticing someone wearing a woolen hat. At first, it might seem strange. Why would anyone wear a hat in such heat? The answer is simple. This is not just any hat. It is a traditional part of sauna culture. The banya […]
5-minute read I first discovered Community Sauna London at the Daybreakers wellness festival at Hackney Bridge. It was a sober event with a 4k run, yoga, dancing, music, and food. Tucked into the buzz of it all was a steaming sauna tent. Inside, in the thick heat, I met Charlie, one of the co-founders. After […]
The Sensory Deprivation Tank vs. The Sauna/Plunge: Dueling Paths to Mindfulness? Read time: 4 minutes Coming up: neurons, norepinephrine, weird mindfulness hacks, some useful resources, a bunch of interesting brain science, the different ways to achieve mental clarity, and many reasons why these seemingly opposite approaches both get you to the same destination. You want […]
How Sauna and Cold Plunge Gatherings Became the New Happy Hour Read time: 4 minutes Coming up: wellness trends, endorphin highs, friendship bonding, scientific benefits, awkward naked moments, community building, and why your next contrast therapy social should replace happy hour. Remember when meeting friends meant hitting up a bar for overpriced cocktails and regrettable […]
Gains You Haven’t Got Yet: Why Weightlifters Should Use Cold Plunges and Saunas For Muscle Growth Read time: 4 minutes Coming up: veins, vessels, weird health hacks, some useful resources, a bunch of strange metaphors, the science of when muscles are built, and many reasons why weightlifters should use cold plunges and saunas. You […]
The sauna has long been an integral part of Nordic culture, renowned for its ability to promote relaxation, health, and community bonding. However, traditional saunas often come with challenges—they can be expensive, require significant space, and aren’t always accessible to everyone. Fortunately, sauna tents have emerged as a groundbreaking solution. By offering affordability, portability, and […]