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A local resident has taken to social media to find a traditional dry sauna in the Springs that reaches temperatures of 175°F+ (80°C+). They’ve noticed that most commercial gyms cap their sauna temperatures at 160°F or offer infrared saunas, which don’t meet their heat requirement. The individual is specifically interested in “old school” high-heat saunas and is not seeking steam rooms or infrared options. They’ve heard that Life Time might be a good option, but they’re hesitant to commit to a $200 monthly membership without exploring other possibilities first.
Answers from Social Media
The social media discussion brought forward several suggestions and insights. One former sauna enthusiast suggested that the reason most commercial gyms cap their heat at 160°F could be due to insurance reasons and the cost of maintaining such high heat throughout the day for a small fraction of users…