Firstly, let’s get the weight bit out of the way……
I did two weigh ins today, once when i woke up, and the second after i spent some time in my sauna blanket unwinding
Weight in 1 was at 09:43 and came in at a disappointing 116.5 kg +0.1 kg from yesterday.
Weigh in 2 took place 11:16, and i just spent 1 hour in my sauna blanket, the weigh in came in at 115.9 kg -0.6 kg from my earlier weigh in!
I guess the question is how do i feel about that? a little perplexed i guess, firstly i wanted to do the sauna due to health reasons, its meant to reduce your blood pressure and other internal symptoms. Secondly you do very much sweat it out…. ok so hold onto your stomachs, this was what i was left with in the sauna blanket at the end….. beads and puddles of sweat!
I must admit i feel like i am really starting to enjoy it. The MiHigh was a little bit of a concern to me when i went to purchase it, and if there was not such a discount (25% off) at the time, i doubt i would have committed to doing so.
So, for the uninitiated a sauna blanket, also known as a far infrared sauna blanket, is a device that uses infrared heat to help the body detoxify, lose weight, and relieve pain and stress which is exactly what i need. Some benefits i am aiming from using a sauna blanket include:
- Detoxification: The high temperatures generated by the blanket can cause the body to sweat, which can help to remove toxins and impurities from the body.
- Weight loss (clearly!!!): The heat generated by the blanket can also cause the body to burn calories, which can lead to weight loss. Now i doubt this was my cause for a -0.6 kg loss this morning, but i hope it does help.
- Pain relief: The infrared heat can also penetrate deep into the muscles and tissues, which can help to alleviate pain and soreness. Remember i am walking loads, my legs really do hurt at the end of a day.
- Stress relief: The heat and sweating can also help to relax the body and reduce stress levels. I juggle a lot of balls in a day, i do it to keep myself distracted, but also to ensure i am enriching my children’s lives, but the constant time slicing and job pressures need relief.
- Improved circulation: The heat can also improve circulation, which can help to bring oxygen and nutrients to the cells and tissues in the body. Let me be clear! i have cold feet, and at points hands! clearly something needs fixing in my circulation.
- Better skin: The sweating can also help to open up the pores and improve the overall health of the skin.
Basically, sauna blanket provides a great way to improve overall health, relaxation and well being, and thats what i need at this point!
I still have a long way to go with this MiHigh sauna blanket, but i now do understand i need to set the heat to level 9 (top level) and be in the blanket for at least 45 mins to get a sweat on! But at least i understand it now.
Lastly, i am super happy that i completed my week of DDP Yoga Fat Burner 2.0. Although my arms really feel it today!
It’s nice to be in the 115s again, however i think over the next few days that will increase upwards! Just the way my body works, and then another dip!
Tomorrow morning i will head to Sittingbourne for a rugby match with my junior team that i coach. I hope it’s a good game for my lads. I love seeing my son play rugby, it’s a true pleasure for me that can’t quite be described, as well as the time alone with him to just enjoy the moments, chats, and laughs!
Wish us luck
JZ