How Much Water to Drink While Sauna
A single sauna session can cause 0.5-1 litre of sweat loss in just 15-20 minutes. The intense heat rapidly depletes fluids and electrolytes.
3500ml
Recommended daily intake
3.5L
litres
14
glasses
tips_and_updatesHydration Tips for Sauna
- check_circleDrink 500ml of water in the hour before entering the sauna
- check_circleDo not drink alcohol before or during sauna use
- check_circleSip water between sauna rounds if doing multiple sessions
- check_circleAfter sauna, drink at least 500-750ml of water with electrolytes
- check_circleLimit sauna sessions to 15-20 minutes to avoid dangerous fluid loss
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