Why hydration matters most in summer
Drink water steadily before and after your infrared sauna session, add a little electrolyte support when you are sweating a lot in the Austin heat, and keep sessions comfortable, so you get the relaxing benefits of the sauna without feeling drained.
Why hydration matters most in summer
When you spend the day outside and then enjoy an infrared sauna session, you are asking your body to sweat, twice. Sweat is mostly water and electrolytes, so the simplest way to feel good afterward is to replace what you lose. Federal heat safety guidance is clear that the best habit is to drink before you feel thirsty, because thirst means you are already a little behind.
For an infrared sauna Austin routine in June, think of water as part of the treatment, not an afterthought. Show up hydrated, sip throughout the day, and keep drinking once your session is done.
A simple summer sauna hydration plan
Here is an easy rhythm to follow on a hot Austin day:
Drink a glass or two of water in the hour before your appointment.
Bring a full water bottle and sip during and right after your session.
If you have been sweating outside all day, add a pinch of electrolytes or a low sugar electrolyte drink.
Go easy on alcohol and very sugary drinks, which can pull more fluid out of you.
Keep your session length comfortable and listen to your body the whole time.
Recover smart on South Lamar
After a loud, sunny day, a calm sweat is the perfect reset. Our 30 minute Infrared Sauna Suite lets you lie back and unwind, while the 45 minute full spectrum Cabana gives you room to walk in and settle. Pair either one with chromotherapy lighting and you have a true escape from the heat. If you have ever searched sauna near me 78704 after a festival, this is your spot.
We are at 215 South Lamar Blvd Suite B, 78704, with free garage parking at Bridges on the Park. New clients can try the intro week for $88, the intro pack of three sessions for $99, or full body red light for $25. We are women founded and Austin founded, and we are FSA and HSA eligible.
Book your summer reset
Call or text to book. Phone 512-494-4800, booking text 737-258-9551, or book online anytime. Come cool the day down with a calm, hydrated sweat.
A quick, caring note for summer: Austin heat is no joke. Hydrate well before and after any infrared sauna session, ease in if you have been in the sun all day, and check with your doctor before starting sauna if you are pregnant or managing a health condition.
Frequently asked questions
Should I drink water before an infrared sauna session?
Yes. Arriving hydrated helps you feel comfortable and get the most from your session. Public heat safety guidance suggests drinking before you feel thirsty, so have a glass or two of water in the hour beforehand, then keep sipping during and after.
Do I need electrolytes after sweating in the sauna?
For a typical session, water is usually enough. If you have been outside in the Austin heat all day or you sweat heavily, a pinch of electrolytes or a low sugar electrolyte drink can help you replace what you lose along with the water.
Is it safe to use an infrared sauna on a really hot Austin day?
It can be, as long as you hydrate well, keep your session length comfortable, and listen to your body. If you feel lightheaded, step out and cool down. If you are pregnant or managing a health condition, check with your doctor first.
How long are the sessions at Sweatland?
The Infrared Sauna Suite is a 30 minute lay down session, and the full spectrum Cabana is a 45 minute walk in session. Full body Red Light Therapy is a relaxing 20 minutes if you want to add it on.
How much does it cost to try Sweatland for the first time?
New clients can choose the intro week for $88, the intro pack of three sessions for $99, or full body red light for $25. We are FSA and HSA eligible, so many treatments may qualify.