Hey sauna friends, have you ever wondered how some of the most famous and successful people in the world like to unwind and take care of themselves? Well, let me tell you, sauna-ing is a major part of their self-care routine..!
From Lady Gaga who uses sauna against her pain, to Gwyneth Paltrow who makes sure to use her own sauna at home as part of her wellness routine. And, we can’t forget about Justin Bieber and Jennifer Aniston, who both have their own saunas at home and use them regularly to relax and recharge.
In this blog-post you’ll get to know all the celebrities that use the sauna to their advantage, and how they do it!
The 17 most famous celebrity sauna lovers:
1. Gwyneth Paltrow
This wellness guru swears by sauna-ing as part of her self-care routine. It’s one of her favorite ways to relax and rejuvenate after a long day. Gwyneth Paltrow recommends using an infrared sauna and tries to get in the sauna every day until she breaks a sweat for 15-30 minutes, 3-4 times a week
2. Justin Bieber
This pop star loves a good sauna session to clear his mind and focus. He’s got one at home and uses it regularly to de-stress. Justin Bieber also has a sauna on his tour bus.
3. Jennifer Aniston
This actress knows the secret to a radiant and youthful appearance – sauna-ing. She uses her own sauna at home regularly for a good dose of relaxation and rejuvenation.
4. Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez has been known to use infrared sauna sessions to help detoxify and burn calories, as well as enhance sleep and overall zen. She also swears by using a ‘sweat bed’, which is basically a mini-sauna, to feel better.
5. Lady Gaga
This pop icon uses sauna-ing as part of her wellness routine. Lady Gaga has specifically been a major online champion of using sauna to treat her fibromyalgia symptoms. She posted a photo on Instagram talking about how she had been using the infrared sauna and has even installed one in her home.
6. Kim Kardashian
This beauty and fashion icon includes sauna-ing as part of her self-care routine to relax, recharge and look her best. She wore the sauna suit to help her loose weight in preparation for the 2022 Met Gala. She also received a birthday present from her beau Kanye West in the form of a private detoxification spa in her home, which included an infrared spa and sauna.
7. Cindy Crawford
Cindy Crawford is a huge advocate for infrared saunas and the power they have to restore healthy skin, maintain health, and keep herself feeling great. She uses her infrared sauna after her workout as part of her beauty regimen. Crawford has said that the best part of her beauty regimen is using her infrared sauna.
8. Elle Macpherson
Elle Macpherson has incorporated the use of an infrared sauna into her wellness routine. The portable sauna, made by Therasage, is designed to provide a detoxifying experience and promote healthy skin. Macpherson also uses the sauna as part of her nightly routine.
9. Emma Roberts
Emma Roberts has been known to use saunas for wellness purposes. She has mentioned that she uses infrared saunas to burn calories and enjoy the detoxification benefits. She also enjoys spending time in a sauna for its skin and wellbeing benefits.
10. Joe Rogan
Joe Rogan is an advocate of using a dry sauna for health and wellness. He uses the sauna 4-5 times a week for 15-20 minutes each time at temperatures ranging from 180-200 degrees Fahrenheit. Rogan believes that regular sauna use can reduce total mortality by 40%, and he gets a strong cardiovascular exercise experience from his infrared sauna sessions
11. Zac Efron
Zac Efron uses saunas for wellness. He has posted several pictures of himself in a sauna on his Instagram account, and he has also been seen jumping into an ice bath after sweating it out in a sauna. Additionally, Heat Healer lists him as one of the celebrities who use saunas for wellness, and ELLE reports that he bought a Clearlight Sauna chamber for his house.
12. Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift has been reported to use infrared saunas semi-regularly for relaxation and reducing muscle fatigue caused by her performances. She is one of many celebrities who have been hitting the infrared sauna for better health.
13. Kate Hudson
Kate Hudson uses saunas as in her regular practice to improve her overall well-being and to detoxify her body. She reportedly has an infrared sauna in her 5.5 million dollar mansion and enjoys ending her workouts with a good sweat. She also owns a portable sauna which she takes on the go. Additionally, she recommends infrared sauna blankets as gifts during the holiday season.
14. The Beckhams
The Beckhams have an igloo-style hut with a sauna and steam room at their family home. The Beckhams’ traditional Estonian sauna is visible in the background of photos taken at their country barn conversion. Victoria Beckham also now and then visits sauna spas Baden-Baden of Germany.
15. LeBron James
LeBron James is a fan of saunas and uses them as part of his daily workout routine. LeBron James seems to like the extremes, as he also utilizes the opposite – cryotherapy or “cold therapy” – as a form of recovery and wellness.
16. Dr Rhonda Patrick
Dr Rhonda Patrick uses sauna frequently, and also does research on sauna benefits. In her podcast with FoundMyFitness, Dr. Patrick discussed the benefits of sauna use and how it can mimic moderate intense aerobic cardiovascular exercise. She also summarized a study that found that frequency of sauna use was associated with increased decreased risk of death. Additionally, she noted that sauna use increases the Growth Hormone from the workout, protects against free-radical damage after a heavy workout, and aids in muscle recovery. Finally, she discussed how frequent sauna use may reduce the risk of heart disease and neurocognitive decline.
17. Ian Somerhalder
Ian Somerhalder uses saunas for wellness. He has shared a picture of himself enjoying an infrared sauna and said that it has changed his life. He also uses the sauna to relax after workouts and to help him memorize his script pages
So, there you have it! Lady Gaga to Kim Kardashian, sauna-ing is a beloved practice among the rich and famous. They know that it’s a great way to relax, recharge, and rejuvenate.
As you can see, sauna-ing is not only a luxury practice, but a routine that many famous people adopt for their physical and mental well-being, with many benefits such as improving the skin, endurance and relaxation, and even being a source of inspiration. Next time you’re feeling stressed, just remember that the rich and famous have their sauna-time and you can have yours too!
Anna
Author: Anna Svensson
Anna is a Scandinavian who grew up with saunas. She has had a life-long love for, and interest in, saunas. In this blog, she shares her best hacks and things she has learned about saunas over the years. You can read more about Anna in the “About” page.
