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SAUNA + COLD SHOWERS – CONTRAST THERAPY MASTERCLASS

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SAUNA + COLD SHOWERS – CONTRAST THERAPY MASTERCLASS

Why sauna and cold are combined

Heat and cold stimuli are discussed in research in connection with hormesis – adaptive responses of the body to short, dosed stress stimuli. Robust effect sizes for the combination are not available.


πŸ”₯ PRECISE PROTOCOLS

  1. BEGINNERS – 20 MINUTES OF CONTRAST

Round 1: SAUNA: 70Β°C β†’ 8 min. COLD SHOWER: 12–15Β°C β†’ 30 sec. REST: 2 min. (room temperature)

Round 2: SAUNA: 75Β°C β†’ 8 min. COLD SHOWER: 10–12Β°C β†’ 45 sec. REST: 2 min.

Round 3: SAUNA: 80Β°C β†’ 4 min. COLD SHOWER: 10Β°C β†’ 60 sec

Round 1: SAUNA: 70Β°C β†’ 8 min. COLD SHOWER: 12–15Β°C β†’ 30 sec. REST: 2 min. (room temperature)

Round 2: SAUNA: 75Β°C β†’ 8 min. COLD SHOWER: 10–12Β°C β†’ 45 sec. REST: 2 min.

Round 3: SAUNA: 80Β°C β†’ 4 min. COLD SHOWER: 10Β°C β†’ 60 sec

Round 1: SAUNA: 70Β°C β†’ 8 min. COLD SHOWER: 12–15Β°C β†’ 30 sec. REST: 2 min. (room temperature)

Round 2: SAUNA: 75Β°C β†’ 8 min. COLD SHOWER: 10–12Β°C β†’ 45 sec. REST: 2 min.

Round 3: SAUNA: 80Β°C β†’ 4 min. COLD SHOWER: 10Β°C β†’ 60 sec

Frequency: 3 times a week

  1. INTERMEDIATE – 30 MINUTES OF POWER

3 Rounds: SAUNA 85Β°C β†’ 10 min. COLD SHOWER 8–10Β°C β†’ 90 sec. REST 3 min. (Keep moving!) FINISH: Red Light 10 min
3 Rounds: SAUNA 85Β°C β†’ 10 min. COLD SHOWER 8–10Β°C β†’ 90 sec. REST 3 min. (Keep moving!) FINISH: Red Light 10 min
3 Rounds: SAUNA 85Β°C β†’ 10 min. COLD SHOWER 8–10Β°C β†’ 90 sec. REST 3 min. (Keep moving!) FINISH: Red Light 10 min

Frequency: 4 times a week

  1. ADVANCED – 45 MINUTES ELITE

4 Rounds: SAUNA 90Β°C β†’ 12 min. ICE BATH 6–8Β°C β†’ 2–3 min. REST 5 min. (Wim Hof Breathing!)

BOOST: After Round 3 β†’ HBOT 30 min. (if possible)
4 Rounds: SAUNA 90Β°C β†’ 12 min. ICE BATH 6–8Β°C β†’ 2–3 min. REST 5 min. (Wim Hof Breathing!)

BOOST: After Round 3 β†’ HBOT 30 min. (if possible)
4 Rounds: SAUNA 90Β°C β†’ 12 min. ICE BATH 6–8Β°C β†’ 2–3 min. REST 5 min. (Wim Hof Breathing!)

BOOST: After Round 3 β†’ HBOT 30 min. (if possible)

Frequency: 5 times a week


πŸ“Š Typical temperatures

Sauna-Typ

Temperature

Moisture

Duration per round

Traditional (Finnish)

80–100Β°C

10–20%

8–12 Min.

Infrared

50–65Β°C

40–60%

15–20 Min.

Steam sauna

40–50Β°C

80–100%

10–15 Min.


Cold Phase

Temperature

Duration

Effect

Beginner

12–15Β°C

30–60 Sek.


Intermediate

8–12Β°C

90–120 Sek.


Elite

4–8Β°C

2–4 Min.




πŸ“… 7-DAY CONTRAST PLAN


Day

Protocol

Duration

Supplement/Add-on

Mon

Beginner

20 min.

+ Berberine 500mg

Tue

Rest

-

Yoga 20 min.

Wed

Intermediate

30 min.

+ Red Light 10 min.

Thu

Rest

-

Walk

Fri

Intermediate

30 min.

+ Quercetin 500mg

Sat

Advanced

45 min.

+ HBOT (optional)

Sun

Light

15 min.

-

βœ… SAFETY CHECKLIST

βœ… SAFE

❌ STOP!

Pulse +30–60 bpm

> 120 bpm

Profuse sweating

Dry after 5 min.

Cold: Steady breathing

Hyperventilation

Warm after 30 min.

Freezing/shivering > 1h

EMERGENCY:

  1. GET OUTSIDE (fresh air)

  2. WRAP UP

  3. WARM Tea/Honey (blood sugar)

πŸ”₯ ULTIMATE COMBO WITH HBO


ELITE PROTOCOL (2x/week):
SAUNA 90Β°C β†’ 12 min.
ICE BATH 6Β°C β†’ 3 min.
HBOT 2 ATA β†’ 60 min.
RED LIGHT β†’ 20 min

ELITE PROTOCOL (2x/week):
SAUNA 90Β°C β†’ 12 min.
ICE BATH 6Β°C β†’ 3 min.
HBOT 2 ATA β†’ 60 min.
RED LIGHT β†’ 20 min

ELITE PROTOCOL (2x/week):
SAUNA 90Β°C β†’ 12 min.
ICE BATH 6Β°C β†’ 3 min.
HBOT 2 ATA β†’ 60 min.
RED LIGHT β†’ 20 min


TRACKING:

  • Feeling: Energy levels after 2h

Note: Sauna, cold and oxygen applications are not suitable for everyone (e.g., in cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure or pregnancy). Please consult a physician beforehand. References to dietary supplements are not a recommendation. Note: This article reflects third-party studies and testimonials. Our devices are not medical devices; we make no claims of healing or efficacy.

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The effects described on this website are based on wellness observations and have not been evaluated by medical authorities. Our products are not medical devices and are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. They do not replace professional medical advice. Always consult a physician before use, especially if you are pregnant, have a heart condition, or use a pacemaker. Use is at your own risk. No healing promises are made.

Legal Disclaimer:

The effects described on this website are based on wellness observations and have not been evaluated by medical authorities. Our products are not medical devices and are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease. They do not replace professional medical advice. Always consult a physician before use, especially if you are pregnant, have a heart condition, or use a pacemaker. Use is at your own risk. No healing promises are made.