The Europeans Have Some Notes About American Sauna Culture
1 day ago · A culture’s bathing practices can tell us a lot about it, said Mikkel Aaland, a Norwegian-American photographer who spent decades studying sauna cultures and is known by some as the …
The Rise in Sauna Culture in America | WellnessPulse
Mar 7, 2025 · Key takeaways: Sauna culture has been a popular health practice in Scandinavian countries for generations, but only recently became a trend in North America. Research shows that …
Europeans find American sauna culture differs from tradition
1 day ago · Europeans are expressing surprise at American sauna customs, finding them different from traditional practices. Concerns are raised about American wellness culture altering the millennia-old …
In America’s Cities, Saunas Are Becoming the Hottest Social ...
Mar 5, 2025 · In the years since COVID-19, several community saunas have popped up nationwide, offering accessible wellness spaces to gather amongst strangers and sweat. Despite the recent …
Inside New York City’s Sauna Wars: The Real Heated Rivalry Is ...
5 days ago · The underlying question is whether any of these businesses will become popular enough to create a real culture of communal sweating in the United States like what you see in Japan or …
Sweating it Out: The North American Sauna Revolution
In recent years, there has been a significant cultural shift in North America towards embracing the sauna experience. What was once considered a niche indulgence or a tradition exclusive to certain cultures …
Understanding Sauna Culture: The American vs. European ...
Sep 10, 2024 · Saunas have a rich cultural heritage, especially in Europe, where they’re not just a health fad—they’re an event, a social ritual, and a way of life. It’s high time we have a proper chat about the …