Fatigue

Pure relaxation: Why the sauna sometimes makes us tired

The phenomenon of sauna sleepiness: Why do we feel so tired after a sauna session?

Perhaps you know it yourself – after an extensive visit to the sauna you feel relaxed and refreshed, but also incredibly tired. This phenomenon is often referred to as “sauna sleepiness” and raises the question of why we feel so tired after a sauna session. In this article, we will take a closer look at what lies behind this phenomenon and what scientific explanations there are for it.

Why you feel tired and exhausted after the sauna session?

Why is sauna so exhausting?

A sauna session is usually very relaxing. But why do we feel limp and sleepy after a sauna session? There is a lot going on in your body that is causing your sleepiness. In this short article, you will learn why a sauna session can be both beneficial and exhausting for your body.