Absolute Edge: Performance & Rehab

Is the sauna just for relaxing, or is it medicine? Dr. Kuiper explains the 57-minute rule, cardiovascular benefits (63% less risk), and how heat assists recovery.

Show Notes

Many people view the sauna as a luxury. We view it as a clinical tool for high-performance recovery and cardiovascular health. In this episode, Dr. Nick Kuiper breaks down the science of heat therapy, citing new research that shows frequent sauna use can reduce sudden cardiac death risk by **63%**. He explains how the sauna mimics moderate exercise, driving oxygen and nutrients to stiff tendons and ligaments ("the white stuff"). He outlines the **Absolute Sauna Protocol** and the **57-Minute Rule**—covering duration (3x20 mins), timing, and the crucial "Cooling Reset"—to help you build resilience and proactive health this weekend. **Key Topics:** * **The Heart Health Stat:** 63% reduction in sudden cardiac death risk. * **The 57-Minute Rule:** The optimal weekly dosage for maximum benefit. * **Heat Shock Proteins:** The cellular repair crew triggered by high temperatures. * **Contrast Therapy:** Why following heat with cold creates a "flush" effect for inflammation. * **Electrolyte Balance:** The critical mistake most people make after sweating. **Stay Proactive with Team Absolute:** At Absolute, we believe the best recovery is proactive, not reactive. We don't just treat injuries; we help you build the resilience to prevent them in the first place. **Connect with Team Absolute:** * **Book an Assessment:** frontdesk2@absoluterw.com * **Visit our Website:** [absoluterw.com](https://absoluterw.com) * **Follow us on Instagram:** [@absoluterw_Burlington](https://instagram.com/absoluterw_Burlington) **Keywords:** sauna benefits, cardiovascular health, 57 minute rule, heat shock proteins, recovery protocols, inflammation reduction, contrast therapy, weekend wellness, proactive health, Burlington physiotherapy, Dr. Nick Kuiper.

What is Absolute Edge: Performance & Rehab?

Absolute Edge: Performance & Rehab - Your Daily Health Authority
Welcome to Absolute Edge: Performance & Rehab, the daily podcast that gives Ontarians the competitive advantage in health, wellness, and recovery. Hosted by an AI-powered narrator and brought to you by Dr. Nick Kuiper of Absolute Rehabilitation and Wellness in Burlington, Ontario, this show delivers evidence-based health strategies in just 3-5 minutes every weekday.

Whether you're dealing with chronic pain, recovering from a sports injury, managing stress and mental health, or simply want to optimize your physical performance, Absolute Edge provides actionable protocols you can implement immediately.