Steam rooms are small rooms that are heated by a generator filled with boiling water. The generator emits water vapor that is supposed to have several health benefits if you sit amidst the steam. Just make sure you don’t stay in there for too long, as this can cause certain health problems such as dehydration. Let’s take a look at five health benefits of the steam room.
Improves Circulation
Moist heat can improve blood circulation, especially in the body’s extremities which can increase heart health by reducing blood pressure.
Reduces Stress
Sitting in the steam room can lower stress and make you more relaxed by reducing the amount of cortisol your body releases. Cortisol is the stress hormone that makes you feel tense and anxious.
Clears Congestion
Steam rooms can warm the mucus membrane and encourage deep breathing which helps clear the sinuses and it opens up the respiratory system.
Aids Workout Recovery
Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is the pain you sometimes feel after a workout. Sitting in a heated steam room can relax the muscles and reduce the pain that you feel.
Loosens the Joints
The heat in the steam room can loosen stiff joints. If you suffer from stiff joints, it might be worth taking a brief stop in the steam room before a workout.
