These rituals are time-tested and are as simple as they are effective. That is why here at PLUNJ, staying true to the Nordic tradition, we have developed #theregimen. This regimen not only stays true to its Nordic roots, but we are sure that it will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to PLUNJ through whatever life might have in store for you next.
Drink 1-2 glasses or a bottle of water 30 minutes to an hour before you get into the sauna.
Once inside, choose your seat. The top bench is hotter than the bottom bench.
The host will pour water on the stones to create löyly (the Finnish word for steam that comes off the hot rocks.)
After 8-15 minutes of sweating, move on to step 2.
Now, onto perhaps the most rewarding yet challenging part of the regimen: the PLUNJ. Before entering the PLUNJ pool, please rinse off using the bucket shower next to the PLUNJ pool.
Once you have submerged yourself, practice your breathing and stay in the PLUNJ pool for up to 5 minutes. Challenge yourself, but always listen to your body. When you're ready, move on to the next step.
Remember, this is not a competition. If you only stay for 30 seconds, that's perfectly fine. The most important aspect is that you feel better leaving than when you arrived. Avoid overdoing it in the PLUNJ pool to ensure a positive experience.
Time to relax. Choose a chair, grab a towel, and rest for at least 3-5 minutes, allowing your body to regulate its own temperature. Take this opportunity to breath, rehydrate, and prepare for sweating again in the sauna.
Once complete, repeat steps 1-3 one or two more times.