HOT TO STAY WARM YOUR WAY TO WELLNESS
T E X T STEWART KELLER
Before yoga, a sauna can warm up muscles increasing fl ex ibil i t y for a better stretch.
F or the eighth year in a row, Finland has been named the happiest country in the world by the UN’s World Happiness Report. And while this is certainly due to a variety of factors, an important one may be the population’s love of saunas. The nation fa- mously boasts over 3 million of them in a country of just 5.5 million people. And people around the world are following their lead—bringing the latest technology to this 7,000-year-old tradition. Science has worked to quantify the benefits of time spent in the sauna. They tell us the heat and steam promote relaxation and reduce stress hormones. By increasing heart rate and blood flow in a way that is similar to moderate exercise, there may be benefits to your cardiovascular health. The heat can also help reduce inflammation—providing relief for complaints from post-workout aches to
chronic pain conditions. The sweating helps clear toxins from the body. A sauna session may also lead to improved sleep and better skin—potentially also boosting your immune system. So it makes sense that Kohler—a company known for its commitment to at-home wellness solutions—is now adding saunas to their excellent assemblage of offerings. Both indoor and outdoor Kohler saunas are built with precision craftsman- ship and advanced engineering. Available in small (up to three occupants), medium (up to five), and large (up to six), they have been designed to com- plement a wide range of styles and spaces. Each Kohler sauna will feature high-quality refined wood finishes, extra-thick walls and glass, and advanced insulation for optimal heat retention. Powerful freestanding heaters, dual thermostats, and aerotherm ventilation keep the temperatures
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