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Is it harmful to sit in a hot steam room for about 10 to 15 minutes after each workout (about 5 times a week)?

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Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

Hot steam: This is ordinarily healthy to sit in a hot steam room for ten to fifteen minutes after a workout. Be sure the steam is controled and is not to hot to cause harm.

Dr Ferdowsi agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

No: As long as you don't get dizzy or have trouble breathing.

Answered 11/27/2013

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A member asked:

Is it harmful to sit in a hot steam room for about 10 to 15 minutes after each workout (about 5 times a week)?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

Dr Ferdowsi agreed

Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

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