Sauna and Supplementation after workouts?

[spshond]

I have gotten into the habit of working out hard, sipping on some BCAA's while working out, hitting the Sauna for about an hour ( in and out feeding the body with water in between ). and then feeding the body the protein it needs in order to grow. Do you experienced body builders have anything against the Sauna while bulking or even while cutting. I would imagine that it would be a nice touch to cutting, replenishing the body with new water after releasing all the sweat. While Bulking though, thats the question. I love the 190 degree temperature on my muscles after a good workout. Iam probably doing the sauna approximately 3 times per week. Specially after a leg workout. Thank you for your comments.

[pu12en12g]

I love the 190 degree temperature on my muscles after a good workout. Iam probably doing the sauna approximately 3 times per week. Specially after a leg workout. Thank you for your comments.

Jacuzzi for the win IMO, not sure about the sauna

[derickonfire]

I've felt that the wet sauna helps a bit with recovery, but that may be in my head - and I typically have no recovery issues anyways with my supps.

Of course, aside from recovery - the wet sauna is an amazing in the moment type of thing, it feels great. I love also when the old guys put down a cloth or something with herbal scents like peppermint, etc.. it truly is a relaxing experience and a great thing to sit and relax too after a brutal workout.

I sometimes even do some light stretching while sitting there..

[deadaim]

I wouldnt go in the sauna when using any thermos but thats me.

[Skigazzi]

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Tim Scheett

You train consistently day in and day out in an effort to gain as much muscle mass as possible. If you're really serious about bodybuilding, you've probably tried every training program imaginable as well as every supplement on the market. But what if we told you that gaining more muscle mass may be as simple as exposing yourself to heat?

According to new research from Japan, heat exposure may be just the thing to push your muscle growth to the next level. Scientists from the St. Marianna University School of Medicine (Kawasaka) exposed rats to a heat chamber set at 105 degrees F for one hour every day for two weeks. They measured the weight of the rats' soleus (calf) muscles and their total bodyweight after the first seven days and again at the end of the 14-day experiment, then compared them to a control group that wasn't exposed to heat. The researchers discovered that after just seven days of exposure, the muscles of the heated rats were significantly heavier than those of the control group. Total bodyweights in the heat-exposed rats were also 5% heavier at the end of the two-week study.

Thermal Science

Scientists analyzed the rats' muscles to determine what may be responsible for the heat-induced muscle growth. Specific proteins called heat-shock proteins are released when the body is exposed to heat. These proteins appear to alter calcium levels in muscles, which signal another protein (calcineurin) to activate the processes of protein synthesis (growth) in muscle cells. The conclusion: Heat-shock proteins seem to cause the increased muscle growth. Researchers suggest that these results strongly indicate that heat exposure may be a potential technique for inciting muscle growth.

MUSCLE ON FIRE

To try optimizing muscle growth with heat exposure, consider using a sauna or hot tub. Health experts recommended that you limit your time in a sauna or hot tub to 20 minutes. You can also get the same effect from a hot bath. Be sure to use heat exposure only after you work out--never before.

M&F Senior Science Editor JIM STOPPANI, PHD

BY TIM SCHEETT, PHD

COPYRIGHT 2006 Weider Publications
COPYRIGHT 2006 Gale Group

[spshond]

I understand the thermo part. The heart rate increase from being in 190 degree temperatures is enough. My question was about the Protein, the BCAA's, the fuel needed to recharge teh body after the workout, but instead of being immediate with the recharge, will the relaxation of the sauna for an estimated hour have any negative affects. My mind tells me No, one hour is no big deal, but this is why we ask on here.

[spshond]

Very interesting to the post above, but rats and humans, I would be curious about an article about humans. Very interesting though. Thats exactly what iam looking for. All Comments appreciated.

[in10city]

Hot muscle growth
Tim Scheett

You train consistently day in and day out in an effort to gain as much muscle mass as possible. If you're really serious about bodybuilding, you've probably tried every training program imaginable as well as every supplement on the market. But what if we told you that gaining more muscle mass may be as simple as exposing yourself to heat?

According to new research from Japan, heat exposure may be just the thing to push your muscle growth to the next level. Scientists from the St. Marianna University School of Medicine (Kawasaka) exposed rats to a heat chamber set at 105 degrees F for one hour every day for two weeks. They measured the weight of the rats' soleus (calf) muscles and their total bodyweight after the first seven days and again at the end of the 14-day experiment, then compared them to a control group that wasn't exposed to heat. The researchers discovered that after just seven days of exposure, the muscles of the heated rats were significantly heavier than those of the control group. Total bodyweights in the heat-exposed rats were also 5% heavier at the end of the two-week study.

Thermal Science

Scientists analyzed the rats' muscles to determine what may be responsible for the heat-induced muscle growth. Specific proteins called heat-shock proteins are released when the body is exposed to heat. These proteins appear to alter calcium levels in muscles, which signal another protein (calcineurin) to activate the processes of protein synthesis (growth) in muscle cells. The conclusion: Heat-shock proteins seem to cause the increased muscle growth. Researchers suggest that these results strongly indicate that heat exposure may be a potential technique for inciting muscle growth.

MUSCLE ON FIRE

To try optimizing muscle growth with heat exposure, consider using a sauna or hot tub. Health experts recommended that you limit your time in a sauna or hot tub to 20 minutes. You can also get the same effect from a hot bath. Be sure to use heat exposure only after you work out--never before.

M&F Senior Science Editor JIM STOPPANI, PHD

BY TIM SCHEETT, PHD

COPYRIGHT 2006 Weider Publications
COPYRIGHT 2006 Gale Group

Heat shock proteins FTW!

Take some Glutamine along with that to enhance their expression (serious).

[pu12en12g]

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