There is going to be a lot of text and no pictures, so try and stay with me!! I have discovered the most amazing thing ever. It's an infared SAUNA... i basically just copied all the info from the website, so READ on!!!!
So LADIES....
What is far-infrared radiant heat?
Far-infrared radiant (FIR) heat is a form of naturally occurring energy that heats objects by direct light conversion (DLC). DLC warms only the object and does not raise the temperature of the surrounding free air. All life requires FIR heat from the sun. FIR heat is not ultraviolet radiation but a narrow band of energy within the 5.6 to 15 micron level. This type of energy travels 2-3" deep into the body to increase circulation and nourish damaged tissue. The sun is the primary source of radiant energy, but not all of this energy is beneficial. Although life needs energy from the sun, too much sunlight damages the skin. FIR heat provides all the healthy benefits of natural sunlight without any of the dangerous effects of solar radiation. For years, the healthcare industry recommended infrared heat lamps as a source of FIR heat but the lamps were cumbersome, extremely hot and difficult to maintain at a constant temperature. Today, many healthcare professionals use ceramic infrared heaters to treat a variety of diseases throughout the world.
Why is infrared heat better than traditional sauna?
Infrared heaters warm the body in the same manner as natural sunlight. FIR heat therapy uses the wavelength of the visible and non-visible light spectrum of sunlight that heats the body normally. Traditional saunas raise the temperature of the air to a very high level within the chamber to warm the body. Some people have difficulty breathing in this extremely warm air. FIR saunas work differently. Instead of heating the air within the enclosure, FIR saunas heat the body directly. The result is deeper tissue penetration. In the FIR sauna, the body perspires and receives all of the healthy benefits but avoids the harmful and extremely hot air of a traditional steam sauna. FIR saunas are safe for all ages.
How does infrared heat help in Cellulite Reduction?
Because cellulite is a gel-like substance made up of fat, water and waste products trapped near the surface of the skin, Infrared Sauna is very beneficial. It is particularly effective in cellulite removal when used in conjunction with another cellulite reduction treatment.
How does infrared heat therapy relieves pain?
FIR heat relieves pain by expanding blood vessels and increasing circulation. Better circulation allows more oxygen to reach injured areas of the body and helps reduce pain and speed up the healing process. Many people use FIR heat as a successful treatment for arthritis, rheumatism and muscle spasms.
How does infrared heat therapy control weight?
Perspiring is part of the complex thermoregulatory process of the body that increases the heart rate, cardiac output, and metabolic rate. The process requires a large amount of energy and reduces excess moisture, salt and subcutaneous fat. Fat becomes water soluble at 110ºF and the body sweats out fats and toxins.
How does infrared heat therapy provide similar effects of exercise?
The heart receives a workout similar to a 6-mile run in a 20-30 minute FIR sauna session and the body perspires the same amount as a 6-mile run. Infrared saunas are perfect for those that do not have time for regular exercise or suffer from injuries that inhibit rigorous activity.
How does infrared heat therapy eliminate toxins?
Toxins such as sodium, alcohol, nicotine, cholesterol and carcinogenic heavy metals (cadmium, lead, zinc, nickel) and mercury accumulate in the body during modern daily life. The body eliminates most toxins naturally by sweating but the process is sometimes too slow. Infrared heat therapy stimulates the sweat glands that cleanse and detoxify the skin. The FIR heat technology simply speeds up the body's natural process!
How does infrared heat therapy improved immune system?
Most illnesses are accompanied by a fever. During a fever, the body heats up to eliminate viruses and attack foreign agents. Often misunderstood, this rise in temperature is a natural stage of the immune system's healing process and is one of the best ways to rid the body of chemicals and unwelcome visitors. The immune system weakens the hold of viruses and bacterial growth. FIR heat therapy induces an "artificial fever" by heating up the body but without the pains of an illness. Subsequently, the body wards off invading organisms much more easily because the immune system is activated consistently by the "artificial fever". Recent studies also show that colds and flu-like illnesses are reduced dramatically if treated in the early stages with FIR heat therapy.
How does infrared heat therapy reduce stress?
Infrared heat therapy loosens the muscles and relaxes the body.
How does infrared heat therapy benefit my skin?
Infrared heat improves circulation, expels dirt & chemicals and removes dead cells on the surface of the skin. All of these benefits lead to a more soft and firm complexion.
K, so they have them EVERYWHERE!!!! "oxygen" saunas are almost as good, might be the same thing, so search for them in your area!! I did this teh other day and seriously was 3 pounds lighter the next morning. I did it in San Francisco, and it was only $35 for a 45 mi. session. i just got reallly bored. but im ALWAYS bored. id rather be bored and sitting and not eating while losing weight than bored while running and hurting. AND WHAT IS UNBELIEVEABLE IS THAT IT INCREASES YOUR HEART RATE SO MUCH THAT ITS LIKE A REAL WORKOUT!! DID YOU SEE THAT YOU BURN AS MANY CALS AS U WOULD IN LIKE A 6 MILE RUN? LIKE 600 CALORIES!!! OMG
also, i have a verrrry special appt for this friday......
IM GETTING MY COLON CLEANSED!!!
Of course, this is "not for weight loss" but the celebs do it before events and lose like 5 pounds immediately. I called the medical offices in lafayette (where i live)and kept this poor guy on the phone for like an hour asking him all sorts of questions. here is a website with "frequently asked questions" if you want to read it: http://www.hosannacolonic.com/faq.html#weight
but anyways, it seems pretty painless (just awkward) and its btwn $75-$100 for 1 session. im scared for friday but excited!!!
So, im very happy that im finding cool/interestying/kinda weird stuff to help with my weight loss. Although, i am unhappy to report that im a huge fatass. hopefully this fastass testimonal that i am about to give will hit home for you guys and motivate:
Right now, I am wearing elastic-band mesh shorts that are SUPER tight and i am wearing them above my belly button so i dont have to see my fat. i am also just wearing a sports bra. i am trying to stretch the sportsbra down far enough and hike my shorts up enough so i dotn have to look at my stomach. seriously, it makes me want to cry soemtimes. its just so frustrating and FUCKING DISGUSTING. I usually sleep clothes-less with jack, but lately ive been wearing his gross flannel pajama pants to bed and AGAIN, WEARING THEM ABOVE MY BELLY BUTTON as if to TUCK IN my fat. please tell me you know how this feels and that this NEEDS to go away. i just wanna work out in a sports bra.
It's easter, and im proud to say i havent eaten yet. i NEED to do this today. i just need ONE clean day of no food and then i feel like i can do it. ive been sooooooooooooo gross. last night was bad. chevys, margaritas, gross fried chicken bites and tons of chips and salt and two fuckign coffees earlier that day. i am fatter than i was when i visited. its ok, im on a mission now.
Yesterday:
tacos
chips
salsa
2 coffees
margartias
chicken bites
bruschetta
french fries
bagel bites
seriously i dont want to add it up, prob at least 2500. actually more. and NO water.
k so reading one of my health mags, and it said the weirdest thigns ever:
if you do NOT lsiten to an Ipod, music, tv, etc while working out, you are 90% more likely to lose weight then if you use these devices. i guess if you are 100% CONCIOUS of your horrible workout, and dont distract yourself, you realize the pain you aer going thru to get the bod you want... and maybe that pain makes you want the goal more. if you distract, then arent as aware of your goal? maybe?
i put spandex on yesterday. spandex shorts like rosies but smaller and nike and neon green. and it wasnt time yet. i wanted to cry,. and when i say cry i like reallllly mean it. you know?? it was just disgusting. but motivating.
when you guys are bored, go bathing suit shopping. that helps too. since our goal is sort of for SUMMER, bathing suits are def involved in this. so go try some on and I PROMISE YOU that you will not eat all day. if you look anythign like me.
my blogs have SUCKED because ive been at home with the fam and we have one stupid computer and the internet is slow and shitty. but i promise good ones aer to come!!! i will update this one when i get home to school tonigth.
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