How does a sauna suit for weight loss work?

Types and quality of sauna suit

Let's talk about the quality of RDX suits and their types. Sauna suits from RDX are a popular weight loss product all over the world. Their products are patented, made from high quality materials and using modern sports technologies. Suits for weight loss are made in two types: Nylon and Neoprene, let's look at each type separately.

• Nylon - a loose suit made from durable EVA nylon of the highest quality. This soft material is non-toxic and does not irritate the skin, creating comfort for the owner. Stitched with strong T3 seams, which provides the suit with wear resistance and durability. Models with and without a hood are available for sale. When training under this suit, it is advisable to wear cotton underwear that will absorb moisture.
• Neoprene - a tight-fitting suit made of thick ultra flex neoprene. Thick and durable 3mm Neoprene with elastic properties hugs the body well for comfort and performance. Can be worn open-toed or worn under a tracksuit. Due to its durability and convenient design, it is used for training in many sports disciplines, even such extreme ones as boxing and mma.

Process And so, the RDX sauna suit was developed by the company for athletes and people who decided to lose excess weight. This suit is an excellent way to lose weight in the shortest possible time, it allows you to use the internal body heat generated during sports to “melt” subcutaneous fat and profuse sweating, this is the antipode of a regular sauna, baths in which heat is supplied to the body from the outside, and in connection with Since not every person can afford to take a sauna often, a sauna suit comes to the rescue. If you noticed correctly, the suit “works” well only in conjunction with physical activity, and accordingly, what is weight loss without a diet?! Many people think that they bought a suit, put it on themselves and that’s it! Now I’ll lose weight quickly - sitting in a chair in front of the TV. forget it, the costume will have no effect! The main thing to understand is that this is an accessory for weight loss - an additional element to physical activity to speed up the weight loss process several times. If you put it in order, you get the following process: diet + training + training in a suit. You will wonder why there is just “training” in the process, but everything is simple, you can play sports every day: 1 day - gym / martial arts, 2 day - swimming / tennis, etc., but training in a suit should be used through day, since it puts a lot of stress on the heart muscle, and the heart is our everything, it must be protected and not worn out.

Types and models of thermal suits

The sauna suit for weight loss is available in many versions, so you can easily choose the one you need, focusing on the manufacturer, volume, and level of thermal protection.

All suits, designed for thermal protection and profuse sweating during physical activity, are made from fabric that does not allow water to pass through. Suits come in two-piece and two-piece suits; both options give good results when used correctly.

To make suits, manufacturers use various materials, including:

• Neoprene;
• PVC;
• Nylon.

Each material option has high insulating properties, is harmless to the body, and does not cause allergic reactions. Some suits are equipped with two layers of insulation material, which does not allow heat to escape under any circumstances. The effect of the sauna increases several times.

The time spent in such a suit is no more than 15 minutes while the training lasts. It is strictly forbidden to stay in such a suit for several hours, as there will be a risk of overheating of the body, which will provoke the occurrence of certain consequences leading to the appearance of certain diseases.

There are many types of sauna suits on the modern market; they differ in cost, material, and design. On average, a thermal suit for weight loss costs 500 rubles, which is very economical in this case.

There are many thermal suits that have gained popularity among people losing weight today. Preference is given to suits made of a more durable material - PVC, these include:

• Diadora;
• Exercise Suit.

The cost of suits from this brand is up to 1000 rubles, which is twice as much as regular ones. Suits made of neoprene and nylon are no less popular.

If we consider relatively expensive models that are characterized by high quality, hypoallergenicity, durability, and a variety of models, it is worth noting the following brands:

• Everlast;
• Bad Boy;
• Kimura.

Their cost starts from 3,000 rubles, but they are popular. The effect is achieved instantly; 10 minutes of training is enough to feel how much your body temperature rises inside the suit.

Such expensive options are mainly preferred by famous athletes and stars, who in any situation need to look 100%, fit into one or another weight category. Ordinary people losing weight can get by with cheaper options for thermal suits, especially since the effect from them is also achieved quickly.

Time to exercise in a sauna suit

It all depends on the individual’s individuality, age and physical fitness. According to our calculations, which were received from our clients, training time in a suit for a positive effect can take: Athletes = 45 - 60 minutes Ordinary people = 30 - 50 minutes Do not exhaust your body by cutting weight beyond the specified time. Listen to him and everything will be fine.

Physical exercises The most common exercises for weight loss are dynamic, i.e. those that expend a large amount of energy. Among the dynamic exercises performed in a sauna suit, you can highlight the following and independently create a complex for yourself: 1. Jogging, treadmill 2. Jumping rope 3. Exercise bike 4. Rowing machine 5. Ellipse The training time is selected individually, according to how you feel. The registered weight loss results from exercising in a sauna suit are as follows: for 10-15 sessions of 40-50 minutes, weight loss by 7-9 kilograms.

Contraindications to using a sauna suit

The suit cannot be used in case of heart disease, high body temperature, varicose veins, blood pressure, pregnancy, postoperative period and skin diseases.

And further. Before starting to write this article, we decided to explore the Internet for reviews of sauna suits; the reviews are, of course, different, and mostly about cheap suits from our “Chinese” brother, which are on the shelves in large and small sports stores. There are not very good reviews about these suits for their quality - they tear, they last for a couple of weeks of classes, or even less, a rash appears on the skin, and so on. Hmm, what did they want from a product for 700 rubles?! made of low quality material, it's cheap, and in a couple of weeks they'll go out and buy another one just like it. We understand the Russian consumer perfectly well, otherwise now is the time - money is tight, and not everyone can afford a professional-quality suit for several thousand rubles. There is a saying: “I’m not rich enough to buy cheap things!” You decide.

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.

Sauna suit for weight loss

The number of overweight people is increasing every year in almost all countries of the world. Thus, according to the latest data from the World Health Organization, three-quarters of the US population and half of the Russian population are overweight by at least 25%.

Today there are quite a lot of means to combat obesity. These include medications, special diets, as well as technical methods of weight loss, including a weight loss suit with a sauna effect. Its use allows you to lose weight quite quickly, which was once successfully demonstrated by the famous gymnast Alina Kabaeva, who rapidly lost ten kilograms in just a few days before competitions.

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.

How does it work

Weight correction methods based on the greenhouse effect have been known for a long time; many models used them when preparing for a fashion show. Thick underwear was put on the body, then the torso was wrapped in waterproof plastic film, which acted as an insulator, and warm clothes were placed on top. To get the desired result, wearing such ammunition required a good run. An ordinary sauna works on the same principle, but the source of heat in it is hot air, and not the body’s own energy. Why does the sauna effect cause rapid weight loss?

Mechanism of action of the sauna

Almost two-thirds of the human body consists of water, and a greater amount is retained by adipose tissue: 100 g of fat can bind up to 750 g of water. During physical effort, body temperature rises; under normal conditions, heat is released into the environment. A suit with a sauna effect prevents natural heat loss, so to protect against overheating, the body begins to produce a large amount of sweat, with which waste products are released, as well as fat decomposition products.

As a result of intense sweating:

• body weight decreases quickly;
• due to the removal of water from tissues, swelling is eliminated;
• The appearance of cellulite is greatly reduced;
• the body is actively cleansing itself of toxins.

It should be borne in mind that the sauna suit is not a magical remedy - even if you lie on the couch in it for half a day, you will not be able to get rid of extra pounds. This is a catalyst, a tool that helps to significantly speed up the weight loss process. In order to get real results, intense physical activity is necessary, and nutritional correction aimed at limiting fats and carbohydrates in the diet is also desirable.

Arguments of criticism and defense

The main argument that opponents of a sauna suit for weight loss make is the fact that with its help, mainly water is removed from the body. In order to start the process of burning subcutaneous fat, tissues must be heated to a temperature above 40°C, and such conditions are achievable only when using hardware techniques. Another argument against it is that with prolonged use of a thermal suit, dehydration of the body is inevitable; in addition, microelements and vitamins are removed along with sweat.

Advocates of the greenhouse effect method of losing weight consider the first argument controversial. To obtain energy for physical effort during exercise, the body uses up fat reserves at any temperature. And considering that lipolysis produces 7.5 times more water than the mass of triglycerides themselves, a fairly significant part of the excreted sweat is water from broken down fats. Loss of beneficial microelements can be compensated for by taking a vitamin-mineral complex. By the way, when visiting a regular sauna, such losses also occur.

As for hydration, firstly, the instructions clearly state that it is recommended to drink plenty of water during and after training in this suit to maintain optimal hydration. And secondly, if there is an urgent need to urgently lose a few kilograms, then from the point of view of health safety, a thermal suit is still preferable to taking strong diuretics or laxatives.

Composition and properties

Regardless of the price and manufacturer, any weight loss sauna suit is made of vinyl, which has the ability to reduce heat transfer from the body, thereby increasing the temperature inside the clothing by several degrees. In general, this method of weight loss is an analogue of the usual cling film, which has been known to everyone for decades, with the help of which people have been losing weight for a long time. But if, to enhance the effect, a special cosmetic product for weight loss is usually applied under the cling film, for example, Vitex anti-cellulite cream, then the use of a sauna suit does not imply the use of stimulants. Manufacturers and sellers recommend wearing only high-quality cotton underwear under a vinyl suit, which will absorb sweat.

The principle of operation in both cases is the same - during physical exercise, the human body generates a large amount of heat, which is most often spent without any benefit. But if you block it in any way, it will inevitably lead to heating of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, which, in turn, will increase the secretion of sweat in certain areas of the body.

According to advertising promises, local heating of the body allows you to accelerate the process of burning fat fiber during exercise. But with a detailed analysis of the effect that a sauna suit has for weight loss, it becomes obvious that it is impossible to warm up fat cells so much that their membranes begin to collapse and their contents leave the body using such methods. To do this, it is necessary to warm up the skin and deep layers to a temperature of 40-50 degrees, which is only possible if special hardware techniques are used.

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).

Restrictions and contraindications

Not everyone can use a sauna suit. Thermal suits are contraindicated for health reasons for people who suffer from cancer, cardiovascular, gynecological, hematological diseases, hypertension, varicose veins, thrombophlebitis. They should not be used by elderly people, pregnant women, or after recent surgery. It is not recommended for people with severe obesity (BMI over 30) to try to lose weight using a sauna suit: the result of losing a large amount of fluid can be sagging skin.

Sauna suit for weight loss: pros and cons

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.

Advantages of a sauna suit

If you need to lose weight in a short time, a sauna suit can really help. In 1 hour of intense training you can lose up to 2 kg. But just wearing it won't make you lose weight. Only in combination with active physical activity will you be able to achieve results.

Manufacturers also promise that with regular use of the sauna suit you can:

• remove toxins from the body;
• get rid of swelling;
• improve blood circulation;
• prevent the appearance of cellulite.

Another plus is that it is wear-resistant, easy to use and does not restrict movement.

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.

Disadvantages of a sauna suit

Exercising in such a suit is a significant burden on the heart, so it will be harder to train. If you feel unwell while exercising in a sauna suit, immediately take it off and take a break.

You must understand that losing weight in a sauna suit occurs due to dehydration. At first you will see a good result on the scale, but over time the positive effect will disappear, because in the process of losing weight it is necessary to maintain the body's water balance.

During profuse sweating, not only water and toxins are released, but also salts and microelements. If they are deficient, the body will not be able to recover properly after training. In this case, you will have to take isotonics.

Exercising in a sauna suit increases your risk of heatstroke. Experts also say that its use can provoke inflammatory gynecological diseases in women. In addition, allergic reactions or skin diseases may occur.

DIY sauna suit. How it works

During sports, the body generates a lot of heat. This is why you feel hot during intense physical activity. To avoid overheating, excess heat must escape outside. However, a sauna suit worn on a hot body disrupts this mechanism. It interferes with natural heat removal, resulting in a “greenhouse effect”. What does the body do to try to protect itself from overheating? For the purpose of thermoregulation, it begins to release moisture, that is, sweat.

By the way, the same thing happens in a simple Russian bathhouse. The only difference is that there the heat comes from the stove, that is, from the outside, and in the case of a sauna suit, the heat is released by the person himself. As a result, you sweat a lot, lose moisture, and therefore lose pounds. Along with sweat, all sorts of waste and toxins also come out. Sweating in a real sauna is, of course, more hygienic: there the body is clean and “breathes.” Therefore, it is recommended to take a shower after using the sauna suit. Don't wear the suit for too long outside the gym.

Buying a sauna suit for weight loss especially makes sense for athletes who need to meet a certain weight category before competitions. Thanks to this device, you can quickly “drive out” excess water, and therefore reduce weight.

In addition to removing excess water and toxins, the suit helps burn fat. How? It is known that cardio exercises are necessary to lose weight, and strength exercises to build muscles. For your information, fat burning occurs only after 20 minutes of cardio exercise at a high heart rate, at which the heart literally “pops” out.

If your normal heart rate is about 60-90 beats per minute, then you can calculate your approximate heart rate for fat burning as follows. Subtract your age from 220, multiply by 0.6 for the lower limit, and by 0.8 for the upper limit. This will be your required heart rate range at which fat is burned.

So, the sauna suit puts additional stress on the heart, as a result of which the heart rate increases with less physical activity. The main thing is that the number of heart pulsations per minute does not exceed the permissible limits. During training on professional simulators (for example, orbitrek), you can find out current information about your heart rate for the purpose of control.

Who needs a sauna suit?

It makes sense to use a sauna suit for athletes who are lifting weights or drying off before competitions. If you want to lose weight and maintain the results for a long time, you should not rely on the miraculous effect of a sauna suit. You can train in it once a week to give your body a little boost. At the same time, you should not exhaust yourself during training, you should monitor your well-being and not have the above contraindications. Experts recommend wearing such a suit only if the amount of excess weight does not exceed 5 kg.

You should not exercise in a sauna suit all the time. This will only dehydrate your body and deprive you of beneficial microelements. To lose weight, there is nothing better than proper nutrition and regular exercise.

How to wear a sauna suit correctly

Under the suit you need to wear cotton sportswear. This will help avoid skin irritation and reduce the risk of overheating.

After training, you should immediately take off the sauna suit and not walk around in it for some time. Also, after each workout, it should be washed in warm water with antibacterial or baby soap.

On days when you work out in a suit, be especially careful about your hydration. Increase the amount of clean water consumed to 2.5 - 3 liters.

Try not to wear a sauna suit more than 2 times a week.

Remember that in pursuit of a slim figure and good results, you must not forget about your health and wisely resort to various aids!

Blitz tips

1. The benefits of the suit have long been proven. Its target audience is active people leading a healthy lifestyle. They understand that proper nutrition and exercise are the only way to health and slimness.
2. Use is justified when you need to quickly lose weight. But this happens with good health, regular exercise and proper nutrition.
3. It is very useful to drink about a liter of water during training to replenish the body's water balance.
4. At first, it is recommended to use the suit for no more than 30-40 minutes. The time should be increased gradually, up to 1 hour per day.
5. Adjust your diet, exercise moderately, and soon you will admire your reflection in the mirror. A sauna suit will help speed up the process and achieve your goal.