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Welcome to the SweatDecks wellness journal. Our team of credentialed experts -- including sports medicine physicians, exercise scientists, and master builders -- covers everything from cold plunge protocols and sauna health benefits to installation guides and product comparisons. Whether you're researching your first home sauna or optimizing a contrast therapy routine, you'll find science-backed answers here.

Cedar sauna interior with hot rock heater and wall thermometer showing optimal sauna temperature
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What is the optimum temperature for a sauna?

Finnish saunas run 150 to 195°F. Infrared targets 120 to 140°F. Here's which temperature range actually works for your goals, safety, and sauna type.

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