Various traditions around the world have their own spin on saunas, from Russian banyas to Finnish dry saunas to Mayan temescals, among others. In any case: the point is to get as hot as possible for as long as possible.

Frequent bathhouser and Williamsburg local Taylor LaShae takes her self-care seriously.

According to Lynn, bathhousing is a complete surrender. Sounds about right. Read more about Lynn and her ideal days at the baths.

The ancient practice of cold plunging has some powerhouse health and wellness benefits. Read about how to get the most out of your cold plunge experience.

Bathhouses span the entire globe and go back to the beginnings of written human history.

There’s really no wrong way to bathhouse. Check out our recommended circuits to reap the recovery benefits.