Biol Sport July 2023 PMID 37398966

A post-exercise infrared sauna session improves recovery of neuromuscular performance and muscle soreness after resistance exercise training.

Essi K Ahokas, Johanna K Ihalainen, Helen G Hanstock, Eero Savolainen, Heikki Kyröläinen

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Peak: 18 in Mar 2024
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What people are saying

The collective discussion reflects a generally positive reception, with posts emphasizing the study’s relevance for recovery protocols, such as references to muscle soreness reduction and improvements in neuromuscular performance. The usage of words like 'reduces,' 'improves,' and mentions of practical applications demonstrate both interest and engagement, while highlighting the potential influence of these findings on athletic recovery practices.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the positive effects of the infrared sauna session based on the article, with some even citing specific benefits like reduced soreness and improved recovery.

InterestHigh interest

Numerous posts demonstrate high interest by highlighting the practical applications and potential benefits for athletic performance, indicating strong engagement with the material.

EngagementModerate engagement

Discussion comments often reference methods, specific outcomes, and implications, showing a moderate to deep level of engagement beyond surface-level reactions.

ImpactModerate impact

Posts suggest that this research could influence recovery practices for athletes and fitness enthusiasts, pointing to a potentially meaningful impact on athletic training routines.

Abstract in brief

  • A single infrared sauna (IRS) session after resistance exercise helps improve muscle recovery and reduces soreness, especially by maintaining explosive performance like jumping and sprinting, compared to passive recovery.
  • IRS also causes temporary changes in heart rate and heart rate variability, indicating its effect on autonomic nervous system activity, but these do not negatively impact overall recovery.
  • Overall, IRS enhances perceived muscle recovery and decreases soreness without harming the body's autonomic functions, potentially benefiting athletes' performance and mood.]

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humanOS.me
@humanOS_me · X

A 20-min infrared sauna session after resistance training reduces muscle soreness and improves recovery of explosive performance in male basketball players (compared to passive recovery). https://t.co/NYV0wFWyXC https://t.co/M2fboxleGb

Jul 6, 2023 · 18 likes · 4 shares · 9,675 followers View post →
J P Fanton
@HealthyFellow · X

A post exercise #infrared #sauna session improves recovery of neuromuscular performance & #muscle soreness after resistance #exercise https://t.co/hFtP5KtHNT @_atanas_ @_INPST @ScienceCommuni2 @DHPSP @Mangan150 @BrianLenzkes @foundmyfitness @_SwagHercules @paulsaladinomd https://t.co/ODVqx66fHb

Aug 3, 2023 · 14 likes · 6 shares · 26,021 followers View post →
Kato
@EK_kyoto2017 · X

16名の男性バスケ選手がプライオメトリクスを伴うレジスタンス運動後に20分間の受動的回復(PAS)または赤外線サウナ(IRS)を実施. 運動14時間後のCMJの低下はIRSでは抑制され,筋肉痛も軽く,回復間も高かった. 運動後の夜間のHRと心拍変動(自律神経系)に差はなし). https://t.co/aCrNyyjHfz

Jul 4, 2023 · 2 likes · 731 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

A post-exercise infrared sauna session improves recovery of neuromuscular performance and muscle soreness after resistance exercise training (open access) https://t.co/P25C7BywDl #exercise #Workout #TrainHard #GymLife #GymTime #muscle #strength #lift #GetStrong #cardio #hiit

Jul 6, 2023 · 1 like · 18,966 followers View post →
いもすい
@imo_sui · X

#サウナ論文 バスケットボール選手での検討 運動後サウナ ・筋肉痛軽減 ・回復感⤴︎ ・パフォーマンスの低下を緩和 https://t.co/eUa3KVVoij

Aug 16, 2024 · 1 like · 435 followers View post →
Atanas G. Atanasov
@_atanas_ · X

RT @HealthyFellow: A post exercise #infrared #sauna session improves recovery of neuromuscular performance & #muscle soreness after resista…

Aug 3, 2023 · 6 shares · 123,500 followers View post →

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@he_who_fails · X

@DeanTTraining This one is one of the better examples but again, there’s studies that show little to no effect, which is why it isn’t in my protocol haha https://t.co/natYb5SxsD

Jan 8, 2025 · 229 followers View post →
いもすい
@imo_sui · X

#サウナ論文 バスケットボール選手での検討 運動後サウナ ・筋肉痛軽減 ・回復感⤴︎ ・パフォーマンスの低下を緩和 https://t.co/eUa3KVVoij

Aug 16, 2024 · 1 like · 435 followers View post →
Dom
@DomCrockett · X

A Post-Exercise Infrared Sauna Session Improves Recovery of Neuromuscular Performance and Muscle Soreness After Resistance Exercise Training. Ahokas EK, Ihalainen JK, Hanstock HG, Savolainen E, Kyröläinen H. Biology of Sport. 2023;40(3):681-689. doi:10.5114/biolsport.2023.119289

Dec 14, 2023 · 564 followers View post →
Albert Realyvasquez
@RealyvasquezAl · X

RT @humanOS_me: A 20-min infrared sauna session after resistance training reduces muscle soreness and improves recovery of explosive perfor…

Aug 6, 2023 · 4 shares · 74 followers View post →
DrRPalmquist
@DrPalmquist · X

RT @HealthyFellow: A post exercise #infrared #sauna session improves recovery of neuromuscular performance & #muscle soreness after resista…

Aug 4, 2023 · 6 shares · 3,163 followers View post →
Best Health 4 You
@besthealthyou · X

RT @HealthyFellow: A post exercise #infrared #sauna session improves recovery of neuromuscular performance & #muscle soreness after resista…

Aug 3, 2023 · 6 shares · 515 followers View post →
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RT @HealthyFellow: A post exercise #infrared #sauna session improves recovery of neuromuscular performance & #muscle soreness after resista…

Aug 3, 2023 · 6 shares · 674 followers View post →
Atanas G. Atanasov
@_atanas_ · X

RT @HealthyFellow: A post exercise #infrared #sauna session improves recovery of neuromuscular performance & #muscle soreness after resista…

Aug 3, 2023 · 6 shares · 123,500 followers View post →
Science Communication
@ScienceCommuni2 · X

RT @HealthyFellow: A post exercise #infrared #sauna session improves recovery of neuromuscular performance & #muscle soreness after resista…

Aug 3, 2023 · 6 shares · 2,872 followers View post →
International Natural Product Sciences Taskforce
@_INPST · X

RT @HealthyFellow: A post exercise #infrared #sauna session improves recovery of neuromuscular performance & #muscle soreness after resista…

Aug 3, 2023 · 6 shares · 10,254 followers View post →
J P Fanton
@HealthyFellow · X

A post exercise #infrared #sauna session improves recovery of neuromuscular performance & #muscle soreness after resistance #exercise https://t.co/hFtP5KtHNT @_atanas_ @_INPST @ScienceCommuni2 @DHPSP @Mangan150 @BrianLenzkes @foundmyfitness @_SwagHercules @paulsaladinomd https://t.co/ODVqx66fHb

Aug 3, 2023 · 14 likes · 6 shares · 26,021 followers View post →
bearrrrrrr
@bearduckk · X

RT @humanOS_me: A 20-min infrared sauna session after resistance training reduces muscle soreness and improves recovery of explosive perfor…

Jul 7, 2023 · 4 shares · 57 followers View post →
GenEuropa
@010_Europa · X

RT @humanOS_me: A 20-min infrared sauna session after resistance training reduces muscle soreness and improves recovery of explosive perfor…

Jul 6, 2023 · 4 shares · 36 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

A post-exercise infrared sauna session improves recovery of neuromuscular performance and muscle soreness after resistance exercise training (open access) https://t.co/P25C7BywDl #exercise #Workout #TrainHard #GymLife #GymTime #muscle #strength #lift #GetStrong #cardio #hiit

Jul 6, 2023 · 1 like · 18,966 followers View post →
Bilen HOCAOĞLU
@bilenhocaoglu · X

RT @humanOS_me: A 20-min infrared sauna session after resistance training reduces muscle soreness and improves recovery of explosive perfor…

Jul 6, 2023 · 4 shares · 596 followers View post →
humanOS.me
@humanOS_me · X

A 20-min infrared sauna session after resistance training reduces muscle soreness and improves recovery of explosive performance in male basketball players (compared to passive recovery). https://t.co/NYV0wFWyXC https://t.co/M2fboxleGb

Jul 6, 2023 · 18 likes · 4 shares · 9,675 followers View post →
Kato
@EK_kyoto2017 · X

16名の男性バスケ選手がプライオメトリクスを伴うレジスタンス運動後に20分間の受動的回復(PAS)または赤外線サウナ(IRS)を実施. 運動14時間後のCMJの低下はIRSでは抑制され,筋肉痛も軽く,回復間も高かった. 運動後の夜間のHRと心拍変動(自律神経系)に差はなし). https://t.co/aCrNyyjHfz

Jul 4, 2023 · 2 likes · 731 followers View post →
PhysEdPapers
@PhysEdPapers · X

A post-exercise infrared sauna session improves recovery of neuromuscular performance and muscle soreness after resistance exercise training https://t.co/V21GXjPozX https://t.co/rpETY5zS3y

Jul 4, 2023 · 5 followers View post →