SweatDecks Blog

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.

Man sitting on wooden bench inside a steamy traditional sauna with glowing stones
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Does a sauna raise your body temperature? Here's what happens

Yes, a sauna raises core body temperature 1 to 2°C in about 15 to 20 min. Learn what happens physiologically and why it matters for recovery and health.

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Can you take your phone in a sauna? What actually happens

Most phones fail above 113°F. Saunas run 150-195°F. Here's exactly what happens to your phone, what to do instead, and when it might survive.

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