I Bought a Sauna I Can Fit in a Suitcase

My Review on HigherDOSE

As a lifelong fitness and wellness aficionado, I love trying and discovering new things. I'm learning the art of recovery—not a word that's usually in my vocabulary. I'm pretty much go, go, go. However, I saw a lot of people praising the new HigherDOSE wellness mats and red light therapy, so I had to try it.

I set up a little recovery area in my home with a few essentials: a yoga mat, massage balls, and a red light neck mask. While I don’t see any instant visible changes, what I do notice is that I feel calmer, more focused, and stronger when I go back to exercising.

Red Light Neck Mask + Infrared Pro Mat:

My first product from them was the HigherDOSE x Hyperice Recovery Bundle. I started with the red light mat, not knowing what to expect. I read the instructions, watched the YouTube video, and hopped on. It only takes a few minutes to warm up, and it feels great on my back. It’s warm, not hot, and so convenient to have at home. I can't quite explain why I like it so much because you don’t immediately notice anything—except a sense of calm, meaning less anxiety. I look forward to the 10 to 30 minutes I set aside to lie down and do nothing. I've also seen people place it on their work chairs so they can sit on the red light while working, which I think looks amazing. I’m definitely going to try that one day.

I also started using their red light neck mask, which my nutritionist and friend Jaime Schehr highly recommended for tightening the neck. Since I won’t get any injections in my neck, I’m pulling out all the stops. It’s too early to tell if there’s been any noticeable tightening or major changes, but I’m going to keep using it—especially while lying on the mat, since I can do both at the same time.

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Normatec Leg System:

In the bundle also came the Hyperice Normatec Leg System. While very space-age looking, it feels amazing and really helps with my recovery. I walk a ton and do lunges and squats whenever I work out, so this has been a game-changer. For the days my legs need some extra TLC, I put on the pants and lay in my massage chair from Relax The Back. It massages your legs right back to life and is super relaxing.

I like to spend this time with my headphones on, wrapped in a blanket, and laying with my dogs. With my busy schedule, the time off definitely helps.

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Sauna Blanket:

I’ve since bought their sauna blanket, which a friend told me has transformed her sleep and has really helped her. I love an infrared sauna—we have one at home in New Jersey—but when I’m in Florida, even though it’s warm, I really miss it. So, I’m pretty psyched about the HigherDOSE sauna blanket. It’s convenient, relaxing, and has the added bonus of burning a lot of calories. Plus, I know Jennifer Aniston is a huge fan of infrared saunas and swears by them, which is always a good endorsement! All you have to do is plug it in, place a large towel inside (I recommend getting one from them since it’s the perfect size), wear loose-fitting clothes, zip yourself in, and relax. You can listen to a podcast, watch TV, or simply try to be still. It takes a few minutes to heat up, and your body gradually warms as well. It takes me a while to start sweating, but by the end, I’m definitely sweating.

When I’m done, I hop in a cool shower, wash my hair, put on a robe, and my body feels so much more relaxed. Since you can wash the towel, it stays sanitary—even if you’re sharing it with your husband or kids.

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HigherDOSE makes skincare and self care easy and portable. Who knew you could bring a sauna in your suitcase.