Saunas have a rich history dating back thousands of years to ancient Finland, where they served as sacred spaces for purification, physical rejuvenation, and community connection. Today, modern technology has transformed this ancient practice through infrared sauna therapy—a gentler, highly effective alternative to traditional hot-air saunas. By utilizing radiant light waves rather than steam or heated rocks, infrared saunas warm your body directly at the core, providing a comfortable, deeply relaxing experience without the suffocating heat of conventional steam rooms. This advanced therapy deploys a full spectrum of near, mid, and far-infrared wavelengths that penetrate deeply past the superficial layers of the skin, traveling straight into joints, muscles, and soft tissues. At the cellular level, this radiant energy stimulates your mitochondria—the powerhouses of your cells—triggering an increase in the synthesis of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) to accelerate cellular repair and rejuvenation. As your core temperature rises passively by 2 to 3 degrees, it prompts vital thermoregulatory adaptations, increasing blood circulation and oxygen flow to deliver a gentle, passive cardiovascular workout that mimics the benefits of moderate aerobic exercise. The deep thermal heat induces vigorous sweating at the cellular level, helping your body's natural elimination pathways flush out heavy metals, chemical impurities, and environmental toxins stored within fat tissues. Concurrently, the soothing warmth reduces sympathetic nervous system activity, lowering circulating levels of cortisol (the stress hormone) while prompting the release of mood-boosting endorphins. Whether you are seeking post-workout muscle recovery, chronic pain management, skin rejuvenation, or a peaceful escape from daily stress, regular infrared sessions offer a safe, non-invasive, and deeply restorative practice to extend your healthspan.
Therapeutic Benefits
Discover how dynamic physiological triggers promote wellness from within.
Cardiovascular & Circulation Support
- •Enhances peripheral blood flow and arterial compliance.
- •Lowers blood pressure and supports long-term heart health.
- •Induces passive cardiovascular conditioning, perfect for heat-sensitive individuals or those seeking low-impact exercise mimicry.
Pain Management & Muscle Recovery
- •Eases chronic pain conditions like arthritis, fibromyalgia, and joint stiffness.
- •Speeds up athletic recovery by delivering oxygen-rich blood and critical nutrients to tired muscles.
- •Relieves muscle spasms and decreases localized inflammation.
Deep Detoxification & Skin Vitality
- •Promotes cellular-level sweating to eliminate heavy metals (such as lead and mercury), BPA, phthalates, and environmental impurities.
- •Exfoliates the skin, clears pores, and boosts skin tone by increasing dermal microcirculation.
- •Boosts cellular regeneration to improve overall skin complexion.
Systemic Stress Relief & Longevity
- •Reduces cortisol levels and triggers endorphin release to improve mood and sleep quality.
- •Stabilizes metabolic health and reduces systemic inflammatory markers.
- •Boosts growth hormone, thyroid function, and overall immune defense.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about infrared sauna sessions, protocols, and physiological recovery.
To get the absolute most out of your time at Just Breathe, we recommend wearing loose, comfortable, easy-to-change clothing for your visit.
If your wellness circuit includes Red Light Therapy, we recommend exposing as much skin as you are comfortable within the private, dedicated room so your cells can fully absorb the wavelengths. For our private Infrared Sauna suites, most guests prefer a swimsuit or use our fresh, complimentary towels. During Salt Therapy (Halotherapy), relaxed loungewear is perfect; because we use micro-particles of pure medical-grade dry salt, you may notice a very fine, harmless dust on darker clothes or a subtle taste of salt on your lips after your session—this is completely normal and easily brushes off!
Preparation Tip: Hydrate well with water before you arrive, skip heavy meals, and please arrive 10–15 minutes early to check in, secure your personal belongings in our private lockers, and fully ease into our restorative environment.
While infrared therapy is deeply healing, it increases internal core temperature and circulation. Please consult a physician before booking if you are pregnant, under the age of 18, have a pacemaker/defibrillator, or suffer from conditions that limit your body's ability to sweat (such as Advanced Diabetes or Multiple Sclerosis). We do not permit sauna use if you currently have an active fever, acute joint injuries (under 48 hours old), or are under the influence of alcohol.
Our premium full-spectrum Sunlighten saunas utilize near, mid, and far infrared waves, heating your body directly from within rather than warming the ambient air. They operate effectively between 150°F and 170°F. For optimal detoxification and wellness, we recommend 2 to 3 sessions per week, though a single 45-minute session is wonderful for immediate muscle relief and relaxation.
Absolutely. We exclusively use Sunlighten full-spectrum saunas, renowned for their exceptional quality and ultra-low EMF (Electromagnetic Field) technology. Third-party testing confirms our heating panels measure 0.5 mG or less—which is lower than 95% of common household appliances, ensuring a deeply therapeutic and entirely safe environment.
Session Formats & Pricing
Find the perfect session structure for your schedule and wellness needs.
Infrared Sauna
Relax in a private sanctuary equipped with near, mid, and far-infrared waves that gently heat your body from within to promote cellular detoxification. This room features light therapy boosting panels and an entertainment tablet with Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube to keep you completely comfortable at temperatures of 145 to 160 degrees.
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Sauna 2
Experience "the hot one," a high-intensity private sauna room operating at 155 to 167 degrees to maximize sweating and cardiovascular conditioning. Complete with a large-screen TV playing Netflix, Spotify, and YouTube, it offers the ultimate high-temperature escape for deep muscle recovery and stress relief.
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Pre-hydrate with at least 8 oz of water to prepare for core temperature changes.
Arrive on time to fill out the mandatory one-time consent form.
Disrobe to your comfort level (direct tissue exposure maximizes benefits); bring loose, comfortable clothing for post-session wear.
Do not apply lotions, creams, or oils to your skin prior to entering.
No shoes, food, or drinks allowed inside the sauna cabin.
Exit immediately if you experience dizziness or lightheadedness.
Post-hydrate with at least 24 oz of water or electrolyte-rich drinks.
Safety Guidelines & Contraindications
Please note that sauna therapy is not recommended for children under 12, pregnant women, individuals with unstable cardiovascular conditions, active infections, or those under the acute influence of alcohol.
Targeted Relief Guides
Explore how Infrared Sauna is clinically and holistically applied to support relief for specific symptoms and health conditions: