Sauna suit and its use for training boxers

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Have you noticed people who train in clothes that look like oilcloth? This is called a sauna suit. As a rule, professional athletes train in a sauna suit to lose weight before competitions.

Have you noticed people who train in clothes that look like oilcloth? This is called a sauna suit. As a rule, professional athletes train in a sauna suit to lose weight before competitions.

Also, those who want to lose weight quickly resort to the help of such a suit. How it works, how effective such a suit is, who should not wear it and how to use it correctly - read in this material.

Action and efficiency

All these materials have the ability to increase a person’s body temperature, thereby increasing sweating. In fact, the principle of operation is the same as the greenhouse effect achieved by ordinary cling film or the effect of a real sauna, with the only difference being that the heat comes from the inside and not from the outside. According to manufacturers, local warming under the influence of such suits promotes the breakdown of fat cells and, as a result, weight loss. This opinion is refuted by research, because the body temperature caused by wearing a suit is not sufficient to specifically affect fat. Nevertheless, those who have tried this new product claim that the weight still falls. This is true, and this happens due to the loss of fluid by the body. That is, for quick results before any event, a sauna suit is a godsend that will help you lose a couple of kilograms. But they will definitely return soon, as soon as the body restores its water balance.

In defense of the costumes, I would like to say the following. Claiming that all the fluid spent during training in these clothes will be returned immediately after drinking the required amount of water is the same as claiming that the calories spent will be returned after eating. Along with the water that is restored, the water that is released after the breakdown of fat due to active actions also comes out - and this is approximately 700 milliliters for every 0.1 kg of adipose tissue.

Good to know! For greater effectiveness during such weight loss, it is recommended to avoid salt as much as possible - it retains water and its absence in the diet also leads to dehydration.

Where to buy a high-quality sauna suit?

Quality is not the least important factor when choosing products. Today there are a huge number of different online stores, purchasing groups and simply distributors. But it’s still better to purchase a suit and any other equipment in stores. There you can not only choose the right size, but also get the opportunity to see the product with your own eyes, touch it, consult and hear answers to all your questions.

One of the most popular sports chain stores that has a sauna suit is Sportmaster. Here you will find the optimal price-quality ratio of the product. For example, the Torneo A-937 model receives one hundred percent positive reviews. This suit is quite effective, easy to use, and it is dimensionless, which allows you to wear the necessary warm clothes underneath without feeling discomfort.

Like any other product, sauna suits have both positive and negative reviews. Most often they claim that they do not bring results, and the properties of the greenhouse effect are greatly exaggerated and do not correspond to reality. But, as mentioned above, in order to achieve certain results, you need to try hard.

A weight loss sauna suit is the best choice for people who do not like working out in the gym or under the supervision of a strict trainer. For all its advantages, it is inexpensive and easy to use.

There are many ways to lose weight, and one of the most effective is wearing a sauna suit. It helps to “shed” extra pounds, and in one session of wearing it (about 1 hour) you can lose 1-1.5 kg at once. But this is only possible if you know how to wear such a suit correctly and do not deviate from the rules.

Dimensions

Many manufacturers of PVC sauna suits have decided not to bother with sizes and offer the consumer universal ones for women and men. Purchasing clothes of one size can be risky, because absolutely all people are different in height and weight. Therefore, it is still recommended to choose a suit individually for yourself.

On the websites of online stores offering sauna suits there is a size chart with parameters of body circumference, height and weight. You can purchase this item in sizes from XS to 5XL, so everyone can find something that will be comfortable for sports.

The Placebo Effect or Mind Games

Psychology plays an important role in losing weight. Many people refuse to continue training for the reason that there is no quick effect. The sauna suit allows you to see the results of your efforts after the first workout. Reviews from happy owners say it helps you feel that your perseverance and torment were not in vain. With this attitude, losing weight will be much easier. After all, in this difficult task, the main thing is to believe in yourself. Therefore, such special underwear acts as a placebo and sets your mind up to win.

Terms of use

The operation of sauna suits is very simple and straightforward, but there are rules that must be followed to achieve the effect:

These clothes will not bring any benefit if you do not combine them with physical activity.
Not only after, but also before putting on a suit, you should take a shower to keep your skin clean and minimize the likelihood of inflammatory processes on its surface.
After use, the skin becomes smooth and silky; the positive effect can be enhanced by using moisturizing creams after a shower.
It is necessary to wear a cotton T-shirt and leggings under the suit to protect your skin, because synthetic sauna fabric can cause different reactions.
According to the experience of those who use this new product, it will not hurt to take a couple of aspirin tablets before training in a suit. Its action is aimed at thinning the blood, which certainly thickens with loss of fluid.
You should use the suit no more than three times a week.

To take or not to take?

If the very fact of losing weight is important to you, regardless of the methods, then you definitely need a sauna suit. Reviews about it say that it is a safe alternative to various pills and other drug interventions for the body.

To achieve the desired result, physical exercise is necessary, and this is beneficial for the entire body. In order to feel more comfortable, it is recommended to wear cotton underwear under the suit. It absorbs sweat better. And at the end of the workout, you need to wipe the inside of the sauna suit, first with a wet and then with a dry towel. It dries best turned inside out. As you can see, there is no extra hassle in terms of maintenance.

results

Manufacturers promise an average loss of two kilograms per week when using a sauna suit. Many who tried this technique were left disappointed and the reason for this is simple: the effect is possible with regular exercise and following a proper diet, and clothing is an auxiliary element. Therefore, success awaits everyone who is ready to work. But it is impossible to name the exact figure by which all people will decrease weekly; it depends on many factors in addition to sportswear: height, weight, lifestyle, age, genetics and health. On average, 1-3 kilograms per week are quite realistic figures. Those expecting magic from simply wearing a costume are guaranteed to be disappointed.

Sauna vs. Sauna Suit

An ordinary sauna can also help remove excess fluid, but frequent visits to such procedures can hit your pocket hard. In addition, the eternal excuses and laziness will probably do their job, and you will simply abandon this idea.

A sauna suit for weight loss is much more effective, the reviews of which speak for themselves. Indeed, in addition to the simple removal of fluid during muscle activity, fatty acids are utilized, providing a kind of heating for the muscles being developed. This way you get rid of moisture and fat at the same time.

Advantages and disadvantages

Among the main advantages of sauna suits are the following:

improve blood circulation;
speed up metabolism;
promote the removal of waste and toxins from the skin;
ease and accessibility of use;
ease of movement;
neoprene suits are characterized by strength and durability;
effective for quick results.

However, like most things, sauna suits also have a number of disadvantages:

according to reviews of those who have tried such clothes, those made of PVC are very fragile and last for literally several socks;
removal of fluid from the body without replenishing it is fraught with dehydration and blood thickening, which is very dangerous for health;
Along with toxins, useful microelements also come out through the skin, so it is imperative to combine physical activity in sauna suits with a balanced healthy diet and vitamin intake for athletes. Without receiving the necessary microelements from the outside, there is a risk of weakening the immune system;
There is a danger of overheating the body and getting heatstroke.

Before you decide to lose weight using a sauna suit, you just need to consider all the pros and cons. It is worth noting that the benefits and harms of this clothing are substantiated by scientific research.

Almost a real sauna!

A traditional sauna suit (sgonka) is made from a special material similar to bologna. It is waterproof - that is, it does not release moisture from under the fabric, and to create a “sauna effect” the cuffs and legs are equipped with elastic bands. This design allows you to sweat profusely (sometimes even more than in a real sauna), which means:

reduce body weight due to the “steam room effect”,
“drive away” not only excess weight, but also swelling and cellulite,
lose moisture comfortably, without the need to go to the sauna and spend extra money.

The price of a sauna suit depends on the strength and quality of the material. The set includes a jacket and trousers.

How it works?

Adipose tissue retains additional water in the body: per 100 g of fat, up to 750 g of moisture is retained. If you buy a sauna suit for weight loss, you can achieve a “forced” withdrawal of this water. The best way is to wear both a jacket and pants to your workout. Set:

will contribute to an increase in body temperature and increased sweating,
will create conditions under which muscle groups will have to start using subcutaneous fat,
will contribute to the “burning” of excess fluid, its removal from the body, and its loss will be much greater than during normal training,
will increase calorie consumption - due to the fact that when the body heats up, the body's metabolic processes will be activated.

The effect of the sauna suit can be noticed instantly: immediately after training, the scales will show a significant change in parameters. At the same time, it is important to know that physical activity is urgently necessary: if you wear a jacket and trousers just like that, without resorting to training, there will be no result.

Contraindications

Wearing suits is not available to all people, based on their health conditions.

It is strictly forbidden to use them:

people with diseases of the cardiovascular system. After all, a person receives a serious load on the heart, and if it is weak, then it may not be able to cope with such an active blood flow;
pregnant and lactating women;
people over 60;
girls and women with gynecological diseases;
for all those with sensitive skin prone to allergic reactions.

It is imperative to make sure that those who want to lose weight using a sauna suit are not at risk.

How to use

Since thermal clothing “works” only during physical activity, and it is undesirable to keep the body in a sealed “package” for a long time, you should put on a suit with a sauna effect immediately before training. When using it, you must adhere to certain rules.

Preparation

Before putting on a thermal suit, take a shower and dry your skin with a towel. Wear underwear made from natural fabric - it will absorb sweat and protect your skin from irritation.
Wear a sauna jumpsuit or a suit set over your underwear. It is desirable that it is loose enough and not too tight to the body. This will allow the formation of a layer of air, which will help remove heat from the body.
If a certain area of the body needs correction, you can use only a jacket or pants.

Doing exercises

When starting physical exercise, it is recommended to start with a warm-up, then the body warms up gradually, and the load on the heart and the intensity of sweating increase smoothly. The set of exercises can be anything familiar to you: race walking, running, jumping rope, exercise on an exercise bike, rhythmic gymnastics and other types of physical activity that help burn fat. You should only avoid sudden movements that could damage the thermal suit.

After training

After finishing your workout, let your body cool down. Then take off your thermal suit and take a warm shower. This is necessary from a hygiene point of view: skin, moist from sweat, serves as an ideal environment for the proliferation of pathological microflora.

After a shower, it is good to massage problem areas with a brush or hard washcloth, and then apply a moisturizer or anti-cellulite cream to the skin. If after using a slimming suit you notice signs of skin irritation, stop wearing it until the redness or rash disappears completely.

Suit care

Each time you take off your “space suit”, wipe its underside dry with a soft cloth. Wash thermal clothing often, this should only be done by hand, using mild detergents without bleach. Products made from waterproof fabric should be dried away from sources of intense heat and stored in a dry place, preferably unrolled (on a hanger).

Cost of Everlast Deluxe (average cost in the Russian Federation and Moscow, in Sportmaster)

The nice thing about sauna suits is their relatively affordable price. On average, the cost of pleasure in Russia and Moscow ranges from 2,500 to 5,000 rubles, depending on the size and design. The popular sports store "SportMaster" offers several models from Everlast Deluxe at a price of about 2,500 rubles.

Important! It is worth noting that the website of almost every online store warns about the effectiveness of the suit only if you play sports in it, which completely coincides with the opinion of manufacturers and users who have lost weight.

How to choose the right one and what are the differences

Choosing a good suit means ensuring the greatest effect of its use. Let’s take a closer look at how to choose the right one and how they differ.

The material of the suit can be PVC, vinyl, neoprene, nylon.
The price depends on the material, style, design. It ranges from 600 to 4000 rubles.

What to look for when choosing:

On the quality of the fabric. In cheap versions, it is thin, breaks quickly, and causes skin irritation. Fabrics of medium and high price categories are of good quality. The more elastic the material, the better. When purchasing, you need to check the strength of the seams; if there are tears in the fabric, this will break its tightness.
On the inside. Inspect the inside. There should be an additional layer to provide comfort during exercise. It absorbs sweat, does not irritate the skin, and is pleasant to the touch.
For size. The sauna suit should be slightly loose. This creates a layer of air that wicks sweat away from the skin. When choosing a size, consider the following:
size M is 46;
size L is 48;
size XL is 50.
For completeness. Available in the form of overalls and separates. It is better to give preference to a separate jacket and trousers. If you need to adjust your entire body, take a full suit. If you want to lose extra pounds in the upper part of your body, you can only wear a jacket; if you need to adjust the bottom, you wear trousers.
In appearance. Many people choose suits that look like sportswear. This is convenient for a morning jog on the street or for training in the gym. The look is very elegant, you can choose any color.

Doctors' opinion

Doctors are unanimous in the opinion that the sauna suit itself does not promote weight loss, only in combination with physical activity and an individually developed nutrition system by a competent nutritionist.

In addition, doctors not only in Russia, but throughout the world categorically prohibit the use of such clothing by obese people, starting from the first stage. It would seem that these are the people who need a sauna suit. But a categorical contraindication is due to the fact that excess weight inevitably affects the functioning of all body systems, which means that such a person is not healthy enough to stimulate blood circulation.

Also, the sauna suit is contraindicated by doctors in all the cases listed above.

The process of losing weight

Losing weight in such a suit is carried out through dehydration of the body, as well as stress exerted on it. Thus, in an hour of aerobic training, which was carried out in this suit, you can lose up to 1 kilogram of excess weight. But you shouldn’t get too carried away, as this can cause serious problems: heart overload, tachycardia, edema and much more. This is due to the fact that the pulse becomes too rapid and the lungs are unable to provide the body with the required amount of oxygen.