Relaxation
Whether you want to chill out after a gruelling exercise class
or gym session or just take it easy, then you've come to the right
place to relax. Our leisure centres are equipped with steam rooms,
saunas and relaxation areas to cleanse and sooth your body and
mind.
Health benefits
- They cleanse the skin, allowing pores to open and dirt and
grease to come out. Sweating also helps flush out toxins.
- It decreases your chances of catching cold and flu as the
increase in body temperature stimulates the immune system.
- Your heart rate increases from the temperature which can be the
equivalent of taking a brisk walk. However, they are not a
replacement for physical acitivity.
- Steam rooms are great for respiratory problems, loosening
mucous from the lungs and throat.
- They can be good for relaxing after a hard day at work and
loosening muscles after physical exercise.
Risks
There are some important safety issues to be aware of before you
rush to a health spa. Temperatures can be very high in saunas. Only
go in if you can comfortably cope, and though the suggested session
is usually between ten and twenty minutes, leave if you are
starting to feel ill or too hot.
Also, make sure you are well hydrated before, during and after.
Finally, because saunas and steam rooms increase your heart
rate, if you have any blood pressure, heart issues or are pregnant,
you may want to get a medical opinion before using them.
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