Deep, comfortable heat that warms the body from the inside out — supporting circulation, recovery, relaxation, and the kind of full-body sweat that’s hard to come by in modern life.
An infrared sauna uses specific wavelengths of infrared light to heat the body directly, rather than heating the air around you. Operating temperatures are typically 110–150°F — noticeably lower than the 180–200°F of a traditional Finnish sauna — but the heat is more comfortable and penetrating, which makes longer sessions practical.
Sauna use has one of the strongest research bases of any wellness practice, with decades of work out of Finland linking regular sauna sessions to cardiovascular health, recovery, and stress regulation. Infrared sauna is a more recent variation that uses light wavelengths to deliver heat in a way many people find more tolerable than traditional saunas.
Far-infrared wavelengths penetrate the body up to about an inch and a half, raising core temperature gently from within. Heart rate increases (some research describes the cardiovascular effort as similar to moderate exercise), blood vessels dilate to dissipate heat, and the body produces deep sweat that mobilizes both water-soluble and fat-soluble compounds.
The sweat itself isn’t just water loss. Studies of regular sauna users have observed effects on heat shock proteins, parasympathetic activation, and inflammatory regulation. Whether or not you care about the underlying mechanisms, the felt effect is real: most people leave a sauna session noticeably calmer, looser, and lighter than they walked in.
Heat exposure is one of the more well-studied recovery practices, with Finnish sauna research linking regular sauna use to cardiovascular health and recovery. The deep, sustained sweat that infrared sauna produces is part of how the body manages thermal stress — and thermal stress training, repeated over time, may contribute to broader inflammatory regulation. As with all our therapies, the meaningful work happens in the routine.
One session helps. A routine changes the trajectory. Memberships at Release are built so the practices that drive long-term health become part of how you live, not something you mean to do.
This therapy is not appropriate for everyone. Certain medical conditions — including pregnancy, recent surgery, and certain cardiovascular and other conditions — may require physician clearance or rule out this therapy entirely. If you have any health condition you’re uncertain about, consult your physician before booking.
Traditional saunas heat the air around you to 180–200°F. Infrared saunas use specific wavelengths of light to heat your body directly, at 110–150°F. The infrared experience is generally more comfortable, easier for longer sessions, and produces a different type of sweat. Both have research-supported benefits; infrared tends to be the more accessible option for first-timers.
Research on cardiovascular and recovery benefits suggests 2–4 times per week is the range where benefits compound. Once a week is still useful. As with other therapies at Release, consistency matters more than intensity.
A quick rinse before is fine if you’re wearing skincare, since clean skin helps the sweat process. After is a personal preference — some people shower right away, others let the post-sauna calm settle first. Either is fine.
A swimsuit, athletic wear, or the robe we provide. Many people prefer minimal clothing for maximum heat exposure. Bring socks for the lounge afterward.
Yes — we recommend it. Bring water and sip throughout. Hydration is the single most important factor in a comfortable sauna session.
Most of the immediate weight change after a sauna is water loss from sweat, which returns once you rehydrate. The cardiovascular and metabolic benefits of regular sauna use are real, but we don’t position sauna as a weight loss tool.
Generally not recommended during pregnancy due to elevated core temperature. See our medical disclaimer for the full contraindications list.
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