Sometimes known as “sauna on the go”, a far infrared sauna is indeed quite portable and easy to use. For those who live in small spaces or move frequently, this portability is a large part of the draw.

The health benefits of infrared sauna are many and I will quickly cover them here so that you have an idea of what to expect from this technology. Firstly before you use the sauna drink some water, I know this may sound obvious but never get in there after you have had lots to drink.

This should go without saying; but don’t get into a sauna after heavy drinking - it is far too easy to get dehydrated this way. Infrared rays penetrate deep into your body, causing more sweating than does a traditional type of sauna. Any sauna will make you sweat, but these infrared saunas will promote more sweating with less heat - so you can spend more time in it.

Unlike the traditional sauna it is easier to breathe which makes it more comfortable to sit in. When I do an infrared sauna session I normally bring in a good book and a cup of nice herbal tea and relax for thirty minutes.

Being that it makes you sweat it helps to cleanse your skin, it also helps with blood circulation and to ease aches and pains. Bottom line it is a healthy way to relax.
There are varieties of portable saunas, some are almost like a fold up box and you can take them anywhere. Other’s look like a traditional sauna but are easy to install and take apart if you’re on the move.

For apartment dwellers, the box style is very popular. This type allows your head and arms to protrude from the sauna. Yes, it does look a little strange, but it works well and lets you read or watch TV while you take a sauna.

Personally, I like the more traditional style enclosure. It makes you feel like you’re in a sauna, but for many people space is at a premium, making the box style a good choice.

In summary, infrared saunas are a really effective tool to improve your health. When in them it may take a while to start to sweat and because it is not so hot inside, you almost feel like you are wasting your time, but then out of nowhere beads of sweat start to pour from your body and trust me you will feel really refreshed afterwards, especially after a nice shower. .