Can I take steam bath after workout

knightrider

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Hi,

I started working out after a gap of 10 months.
Its been more than 10 days now and i take steam bath after workout @ gym.
Will this have any impact on muscle growth ?

please reply and thanks in advance
 

paulxcook

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I believe this would fall under the category of "don't worry about the little stuff".
 

gramboh

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I've read on other forums about people who only take cold showers after lifting, or only hot, or don't shower at all until their sweat dries. Personally, I don't think it matters.
 

paulxcook

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Originally posted by: gramboh
I've read on other forums about people who only take cold showers after lifting, or only hot, or don't shower at all until their sweat dries. Personally, I don't think it matters.

There's some scientific evidence that explains the best temperatures for post-workout showers. So to some degree it apparently matters. I just doubt most of us on here are at a level such that we really need to be micromanaging little things like that. Though this isn't quite as bad as deciding what towel to use for wiping off sweat :D