Infrared Sauna in New Orleans

Infrared sauna is a heat-based recovery session that warms your body directly, helps you sweat, and can ease soreness, stress, and stiffness. At NOLA Chill in New Orleans, most clients book infrared sauna when they want a 30 minute recovery session that feels easier to tolerate than a traditional sauna.

Our infrared sauna is used by people recovering from workouts, carrying stress through the week, or trying to feel better before heading back to work, training, or daily life. It also pairs well with cryotherapy when you want a practical contrast-therapy routine in one visit.

How Infrared Sauna Works

Traditional saunas mostly heat the air around you. Infrared sauna works differently. It uses infrared heat to warm your body more directly, which creates a strong sweat response at a more comfortable ambient temperature.

That makes it easier to stay in long enough to get real benefit. Many clients use infrared sauna for muscle recovery, relaxation, circulation, and to feel better overall after a demanding week.

Benefits of Infrared Sauna

• Muscle recovery: Heat helps increase circulation and can ease soreness and stiffness after training or long days on your feet.
• Stress relief: A sauna session gives your body time to slow down and shift out of constant go mode.
• Sweat and detox support: Infrared sauna helps produce a deep sweat that supports your body’s natural detox process.
• Improved circulation: Heat encourages blood flow, which can help with recovery and overall relaxation.
• Better sleep: Many clients feel calmer and sleep better after a late-day sauna session.

Who It Is Best For

Infrared sauna is a strong fit for people dealing with muscle soreness, high stress, travel fatigue, heavy training, or simply the feeling of carrying too much tension through the week.

It is also one of the easiest services to pair with other recovery work at NOLA Chill, especially cryotherapy.

Contrast Therapy: Sauna Then Cryotherapy

One of the most effective ways to use infrared sauna is to pair it with whole body cryotherapy. Start with heat, then finish with cold. That hot-cold contrast is a simple recovery protocol that many clients use for soreness, inflammation, and a sharper overall reset.

If you want to build a contrast routine, our team can help you decide the best timing for sauna and cryotherapy during the same visit.

What to Expect During Your Session

Most infrared sauna sessions last about 30 minutes. Wear light workout clothes or loose fitting clothes, bring water, and arrive hydrated. If it is your first session, our team can help you ease into the timing and make the experience comfortable.

Visit NOLA Chill on Magazine Street

NOLA Chill is located at 6045 Magazine Street in Uptown New Orleans. We are open 7 days a week and make it easy to book infrared sauna on its own or pair it with other recovery services.

6045 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 381-4207
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Are Infrared Saunas Better Than Traditional Saunas?

Aside from the heat, infrared and traditional saunas have little in common. Unlike traditional saunas, the chambers are much more comfortable to breathe in. An infrared sauna does not warm the air like traditional saunas. Rather than use steam or the traditional “box of hot rocks” heating elements, the sauna heaters use the infrared spectrums listed above to promote relaxation and other health benefits. In an infrared sauna, the air temperature is less important than the quality of the infrared heat.

Are Infrared Saunas Safe?

Yes! Infrared saunas have no known side effects besides increased sweating during use, which is actually one of the main benefits. Infrared light mimics the heating effect of the sun without the harmful UV rays that cause skin cancer, making them a much safer option.

Experience the latest advancements in sauna technology at NOLA Chill. Contact our experienced staff today to schedule an appointment.

Related Services

Explore other recovery options at NOLA Chill: Whole Body Cryotherapy, Compression Therapy, and NuCalm.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is an infrared sauna session?

Most infrared sauna sessions at NOLA Chill last about 30 minutes, and 45 minute sessions are also available. Many clients choose 30 minutes because it is long enough to get a strong sweat without turning the visit into a long appointment.

Can I do infrared sauna and cryotherapy in the same visit?

Yes. One of the most common combinations at NOLA Chill is sauna first, then cryotherapy. Clients often use that hot-cold sequence when they want a more complete recovery session.

How often should I use infrared sauna?

For many people, 2 to 3 sessions per week is a strong starting point. If your goal is stress relief, muscle recovery, or getting back into a routine, consistency matters more than doing one long session occasionally.

What should I bring to my sauna session?

Bring water and wear light workout clothes or loose fitting clothes that are easy to change out of. Towels are provided, and coming in hydrated makes the session more comfortable.

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