Unlocking Wellness: Discover the Health Benefits of a Home Sauna

Rooted in ancient traditions and now available to install into your own home, saunas' health benefits enhance your overall well-being. From detoxification and improved circulation to stress reduction and enhanced skin health, the regular use of a sauna will transform your wellness, so having it in your home only makes sense.

Alex Tyson, founder of Found—Space, built the business after working for his family-owned company, iHealth Saunas. After realising that a sauna serves a purpose bigger than just achieving relaxation, he decided to turn his passion and admiration of the science into years of clinical research, and in 2021, Found—Space was born. 

With this, we dive into conversation with Alex, exploring the many ways a home sauna can positively impact your well-being and how you can fit this timeless practice into your everyday life.

Hormetic technology is based on the concept of hormesis, which is the process behind the benefits of activities such as exercise, fasting, heat or cold therapy and more. This technology is created with an aim to activate cellular repair mechanisms, improve metabolic functions and boost overall physiological resilience, which naturally improves your longevity and well-being. 

Cardiovascular Health 

Regular sauna use, which is easier with your own at-home escape, can significantly enhance your cardiovascular health. A sauna increases your heart rate through the intensive heat, mimicking the effects of moderate exercise. This dilates your blood and works to improve your circulation. Studies have also shown that regular sauna use can lower your blood pressure, improve heart function and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. 

Detoxification 

Of course, saunas also promote sweating, which is one of the body’s main methods of detoxification. Sweating helps the body rid itself of toxins, which boosts energy levels, immune systems and healthy digestion. 

Boosted Immune System 

Speaking of boosting your immune system, regular sauna use will help strengthen it. The heat from the sauna can produce a mild fever-like state, which stimulates the immune system to produce more white blood cells, helping to fight off infections and illnesses much more effectively. The warm air also improves respiratory function by clearing mucus and reducing congestion.

Muscle Relaxation and Recovery

The heat from the sauna also helps to relax your muscles, soothing aches and pains through increased blood flow to the muscles, resulting in faster recovery. This is particularly beneficial for athletes and individuals with chronic pain conditions such as arthritis. 

Improved Skin Health

Sweating in a sauna cleanses your skin by opening your pores and flushing out impurities. This results in clearer, softer, and healthier skin, and regular sauna use will improve elasticity, giving the skin a more youthful appearance. 

Improved Mental Health

Yes, saunas are also well-known for their ability to reduce your stress levels. The heat works to relax the muscles and calm the mind, hence why we always feel a sense of tranquillity when we’re in one. The release of endorphins (the body’s natural feel-good chemicals) improves your mood and combats anxiety and depression. Many people have found that regular sauna use also promotes better sleep and leaves you feeling mentally balanced. 

100% Australian-owned, Found—Space settles for no less than perfect. With over 17 years in the industry, Found—Space is the leading provider of Hormetic Technology in Australia and New Zealand. Achieved through premium quality and a strong customer focus, Found—Space’s modern, elegant saunas, alongside their smart technology, immediately make health and wellness easily obtainable. 

“When I became CEO of the business in 2021, I undertook a rebranding of the company to create an identity that reflected not just what we did but why we did it. Found—Space describes the room or zone we all need to make in our lives – physically, mentally and spiritually – to connect, nurture, focus and recharge ourselves. It’s about helping people create routines and lifestyle changes so they are pain-free, more energetic, feel good about themselves, and get more out of life,” says Alex. 

“I believe we not only have the best infrared saunas on the market, but we also have the best team to give you the service, information, and support you’ll need to get the most out of your sauna for years to come.”

Unlock the full potential of your well-being from the comfort of your own home with Found—Space. Enquire about your home sauna today and experience the transformative health benefits for yourself.