7
Reading new papers in the sauna
(hackertalks.com)
A behind the scenes look at my literature process. Print interesting papers, stack them up, when I go to the sauna I grab a few, read and sweat all over them.
My sweating is much more manageable now that I've been doing this for awhile, if I hold the papers a little away from me I only get a few drops of sweat.
I drink 1.5l of water before going in, and 500ml when coming out.
It's a fun way to catch up on the literature, and get some quiet time, life kinda gets paused, everyone leaves you alone, it's very refreshing
How often do you go?
Every day, well - almost every day.
I started at 60C for 10m, then worked up to 15m, and now up to 80C. Don't push yourself, stay in until its uncomfortable and get out.
Drink water and electrolytes before you go in, then drink more water after when your cooling down. I don't recommend taking a water bottle in since its very hot it can break down plastics. Make sure you dont take your glasses inside (I melted my lenses).