Does sitting in a sweat-inducing room have any health benefits?

Here’s what a fitness pro has to say about a sauna’s potential perks and risks.

But should you combine sauna bathing with your already sweaty workout as part of a pre- or post-workout routine?

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Plus, it may also carry some health risks, such as dehydration.

It can also be used to acclimate your body to warmer temperatures.

Stick with the routine, and you may see results in one to two weeks, she adds.