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There are truly too many health benefits to count.
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Even back then, it seems, people were craving the refreshing after-effects of getting a good sweat on.
But what if you want to experience these benefits without ever leaving your home?
That’s where infrared the best sauna blankets come in.
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“The idea is to help with relaxation and detox by making you sweat it out.”
The interior is comfortable and cozy, and the unit offers a wide range of temperature options.
This blanket blew us away.
The Hydragun HeatPod Infrared Sauna Blanket 2 is comfortable and customizable for different users.PHOTO: Shape / Lauren Coughlin
One tester said she had never used anything like this before.
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The Higher Dose Infrared Sauna blanket doesn’t just heat up.
We thought the non-toxic polyurethane leather body felt incredibly premium and durable.
Overall, the accessories package was pretty robust.
The only thing missing?
Infrared sauna blankets dont generally take up much space, but the MiHigh Infrared Sauna Blanket is especially efficient.
Of course, the narrower fit means this sauna wrap might not be comfortable for curvier body types.
And infrared sauna blanket groupies on the ‘gram are quick to second these supposed benefits.
That said, research on infrared saunas does point to a few potential advantages.
This may result from a reduction in blood pressure, as well as in oxidative stress and inflammation.
One small study on male athletes also found that it may help withpost-workout recovery.
Evidence also suggests infrared saunas may also alleviatechronic pain, including aches for those withrheumatoid arthritis.
(In fact, Lady Gaga swears by infrared saunas for managing her own chronic pain.)
Sauna blankets should also only be used by adults over 18.
Whether or not sauna blankets are worth it depends on what you use it for.
Kristen Geilis the former senior editor at Shape.
Shes a NASM-certified personal trainer who has written about wellness and health for nearly 10 years.
We interviewed the following experts for this article:
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The LifePro BioRemedy Infrared Sauna Blanket has optional arm holes for ease of movement.PHOTO: Shape / Elena Garcia
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The Higher Dose Infrared Sauna Blanket features eight temperature settings to soothe sore muscles.PHOTO: Shape / Wendy Hill
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The LifePro RejuvaWrap Infrared Sauna Blanket comes with a towel, foil wraps, and a carrying case.Shape / Michelle Parente
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The MiHigh Infrared Sauna Blanket V2 can be used on a bed or couch for added comfort.PHOTO: Shape / Abby Moore
