For runners, when they push themselves long enough and tough enough, some of them can achieve what’s called a ‘runner’s high’. This is essentially a feeling of warmth and really, really good. For some, it’s as intense as a chemical altering drug and then for others, it can be quite mild. This high is oftentimes associated with the release of endorphins but this is not what actually causes it.
A runner’s high comes from the release of dynorphins which is the exact opposite of endorphins. Endorphins make you feel good while dynorphins create a feeling of dysphoria. How does this create a high? Well, through an intense release of dynorphins, what happens is that it’s like a system rebooting. This makes you more sensitive to endorphins and thereby as you’re running, endorphins are coming out and your system’s reacting very intensely.
A runner’s high comes from any activity that releases a high amount of dynorphins, including exercise at the gym, even eating spicy food, and yes, you can actually achieve this high just by sitting in a steam room. This is because in heat stress, dynorphins are released just like they are during a run. If you want to experience the euphoric feeling of a runner’s high, you can via a steam.
A runner’s high in a steam room is one of several benefits that come with it. You can also build athletic endurance, increase your muscle mass, and even improve brain function. In fact, those are the top 3 reasons why athletes frequent steam rooms and saunas post-gym. It’s a really extraordinary effect the way that a steam room can impact one’s system. If you’re an athlete chasing new ways to heal your body, make your muscles grow, and to give yourself those warm feelings, this is one way to do it.
For every person in North America, we would argue a steam room should be a part of regular routines. Your health is important. We’re only given one body and as we age, things begin to not work so well. The result is oftentimes us playing catch-up. This means instead of not being overweight to begin with, we’re trying to lose weight. Instead of being with sufficient muscle mass, we’re trying to build it. Instead of already having a strong heart, we’re building to it. Too many people are stuck chasing rather than treating their health preventatively.
A steam room is preventative medicine, plain and simple. It’s going to give your mind thoughts feeling good and it’s going to give your body what it needs to be healthy. As we condition ourselves to live in extreme heat for brief bouts, this strengthens almost every internal system we have. If that doesn’t convince you to use a steam room, nothing probably will. This is just part of the reason why you can now find steam rooms, steam baths, infrared saunas, and traditional saunas in hotels, gyms, fitness facilities, spas, and in homes all over Canada and the US. The advantages and health benefits make it so worthwhile to start!
Consider Steam Sauna if you’re looking to purchase a steam room for your home or place of business. We would love to help you get acclimated with the benefits, features, customizations possible, and more. Choose the steam room that’s right for you!