Why a sauna after your workout is a good idea

 
Regular exercisers know how important it is to make time for post-workout recovery. Yes, muscle pain, fatigue and stress are part and parcel of exercising, but there are things you can do about this. At Thermae Grimbergen, you will experience how a visit to the sauna after your training session not only feels great but has many health benefits too, even on hot summer days.

Sauna boosts blood flow

During physical exertion, your muscles are under a lot of strain. The hot temperatures in the sauna cause your blood vessels to widen, promoting a more efficient delivery of oxygen and nutrients. This improves the recovery process and reduces the chance of muscle pain. Perfect, in other words, after a run or a strength-training session.

Relaxation in the sauna after exercising

A visit to the sauna after exercising is not only good for your body, but also for your mental wellbeing. The heat and the peace and quiet allow your body to fully unwind.  At Thermae Grimbergen, you enjoy an oasis of calm, away from all the hustle and bustle. Whether you choose a traditional sauna, a steam bath or infrared cabin, you will leave feeling fully revitalised.

Sauna boosts your immune system

Hot and cold baths and temperature changes train your body to adapt itself more efficiently. This strengthens your immune system. An added bonus, even in the summer when air-conditioning and constant bouts of sweating can throw your body out of balance. By regularly going to the sauna after exercising, you will be more resistant to illness. 
While most people associate sauna with winter, a visit to the sauna in the summer can be just as enjoyable. Your body is already used to heat, so you will sweat even more easily and waste products are removed more efficiently and quickly too. And, at Thermae Grimbergen, you can enjoy cooling off in the beautiful swimming lake afterwards or on the terrace with a refreshing drink.

Add a massage?

In the green heart of Grimbergen, you will find a wellness oasis where exercise and relaxation go hand in hand. Thermae Grimbergen provides an extensive sauna complex, relaxation pools and massages that support your recovery. Why not combine your sauna visit with a massage that is both invigorating and relaxing, for instance? Perfect to loosen up stiff muscles. 
There are so many massages to choose from, from a short 25-minute one to an extensive head-to-toe massage of an impressive 80 minutes. Click here to explore our full offering. Do you, too, want to enjoy a sauna after exercising? Visit Thermae Grimbergen! Our thermal baths are open from 10:30 to 23:00 from Sunday to Thursday and even until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. That gives you plenty of time to let your body recover in our warm saunas. We are also open on public holidays, except on 25 December and 1 January. 
Thinking of visiting us regularly? Do check out our money-saving multi-visit passes!