The principle is quite simple. It involves an alternation of warm, cold and rest periods in the following order:

The first step consists of warming up the body in the Finninsh sauna, the steam bath or the outdoor spa for 15 to 20 minutes. The heat results in sweating, which stimulates the body and the bloodstream.

The second step consists of a rapid cooling for 30 seconds to 1 minute in order to close the pores, increase the heartbeat and the blood pressure. In order to do that, you can dive into the lake or in the Nordic bath, simply stay under the Nordic waterfall, the bracing rain or the outdoor waterfall, or even try the snow bath during winter.

Finally, the third step consists of a good rest in the solarium or other outdoor rest area for at least 15 minutes, which enables the body to recover and get back to its normal rythm.

Throughout these steps, it is very important to drink a lot of water to rehydrate.

To take advantage of all the effects of thermotherapy, these three steps are repeated three times.