Steam Your Way to Better Sleep with a Sauna!

You toss, you turn, you sigh… The clock reads 3:00 a.m. and you silently calculate just how many hours of sleep you could get before your alarm goes off if you were to magically fall asleep at that very minute. We’ve all been there at one time or another. And if you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from insomnia, a good night’s sleep always seems just within reach, but never fully within your grasp. Sleeping pills can often turn into a bad habit and leave you with some undesirable side effects. But there is a better way! You can steam your way to better sleep with a sauna! 

What’s the big deal about sleep?

The reasons for a restless night are seemingly endless. Sometimes it’s anxiety over a big life decision or an exciting change on the horizon. Or, maybe you’ve been dealing with chronic insomnia and haven’t slept well in months or even years. Whether it’s a once-in-a-while battle or a lifelong struggle, having adequate rest is vitally important to your mental and physical health. It can take your body four days to fully recover from just one hour of lost sleep, with just a few of the repercussions being:

  • Impaired immune system
  • Irritability
  • Increased appetite
  • Impaired decision making 

Get Better Sleep with a Sauna

So what can a sauna do for you? We’re thrilled you asked! The science behind it lies in the fluctuation of your body’s core temperature. Relaxing in your steam room before bed raises your body’s temperature. As you climb into your silky sheets and fluff your pillows, your temperature begins to regulate. While your temperature lowers, it lulls your body into a restful state, allowing you to fall asleep quicker and stay in dreamland longer. 

But that’s not all! The alone time you get as you steam and meditate gives your mind a chance to wind down. There’s no phone calls, emails, or social media. Just you and a comforting envelope of heat that eases the tension in your body and calms the anxious thoughts in your head. 

Give Your Sauna a Boost with Aromatherapy 

Steaming in your sauna alone is enough to achieve better sleep, but it’s also a perfect time to revel in some self care. Adding some aromatherapy in a diffuser or plating fresh fruits and herbs to aerate as you unwind creates a spa-like atmosphere for the cherry on top of a relaxing evening. A few options for aromatherapy to support restfulness are:

  • Lavender 
  • Chamomile
  • Sandalwood
  • Clary Sage
  • Sweet Marjoram 

Bonus Tip: Create a playlist with soothing sounds of nature or calming melodies if you find it’s hard to slow the rush of thoughts in your head. Music can help you escape a mental block by giving your brain something calming to focus its attention on.

Say ”no” to counting sheep, and steam your way to better sleep with a sauna instead! Contact the Texas Hot Tub Company, serving the North Texas areas from Dallas to Fort Worth and get started designing your custom cut Finnleo® Infrared or traditional sauna today! You’ll find nights of restful relief can be yours.

LIMELIGHT OWNER'S MANUALS

The 2019 Limelight Collection Owner’s Manual will help you understand your spa’s features, and answer questions you might have regarding spa operation, water care, and maintenance. There is also a troubleshooting section included for your convenience.  

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