Saunacore Heaters Installation Manual & Owner's Manual page 18

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The feet should be raised above the head level by using permanent
footrests installed on the wall or by placing a portable footrest under
the ankles. Portable back and headrests are ideal for greater levels of
personal comfort and enjoyment.
9. Shower again or take a cool refreshing swim (hardy types may take an
icy dip or a roll in fresh snow). Sudden temperature changes can be
bracing and invigorating. Any extreme cold must be followed by sauna
heat to avoid catching a chill.
10. Rest for 10 to 15 minutes to allow your body to cool down slowly and
then repeat the cycle of heat, shower and rest.
11. When returning to the sauna, throw on several scoops of water with the
sauna ladle to create "loyly" and to increase the humidity in the room.
Bringing the humidity level from a low 5 to 8% to a more comfortable
15% which will allow your skin to remain completely wet with
perspiration. You should develop a heat and humidity combination that
will bring you the most enjoyment. Some bathers will like it super-dry
and some will like it quite humid.
12. The birch whisk or "vihta" can now be used to stimulate the blood
circulation on the skin. Whisking the entire body will also induce very
heavy perspiration (as a result of the heat and the exertion).
13. Once the body is warm, the pores of the skin will be completely open.
This is the time to vigorously scrub the entire body clean. Don't forget to
offer to wash your companion's back.
14. Experienced sauna users know that the final cleansing of the skin and
pores happens during the heat of the sauna session that follows a
vigorous wash.
15. The last shower should be a warm one followed by a cooler shower to
close the pores of your skin without chilling the body Avoid extreme
coolness or drafts until the body has returned to normal temperature.
After the Sauna
16. Your body should be allowed to dry without hard toweling. Give yourself
at least 20 minutes to relax and cool down before getting dressed. But
if you are at home, you will be able to climb right into bed for a very
deep and refreshing sleep.
17. A light snack is often served after the sauna with a refreshing cool
beverage. The body will need to replace the water and sags that were
lost during the sauna.
18. Lighting in and around the sauna should be subdued to develop greater
levels of relaxation. Soft background music is also ideal.
19. The sauna is well recommended for those suffering from tension,
adolescent skin problems, tiredness or those having trouble sleeping
soundly. Arthritis and rheumatism sufferers as well as those with sore
muscles and joints from physical over exertion will find the sauna heat
very relaxing.
Sauna-Use Procedures
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