BLACKPINK member Jennie has shared a glimpse into her personal wellness routine, posting photos from a recent sauna visit in Copenhagen, Denmark. The K-pop star stopped by the venue ahead of her scheduled appearance at the Roskilde Festival in Roskilde, Denmark. Jennie has previously stated that she frequently incorporates saunas into her schedule before major performances to prepare her body for the stage.
Boosting Circulation and Reducing Fluid Retention
A pre-performance sauna session warms the body and actively promotes the elimination of metabolic waste products. As the body relaxes and blood circulation improves, the deep heat helps relieve accumulated muscle tension. Because saunas excel at alleviating temporary puffiness caused by fluid retention—particularly in the face and legs—they are widely utilized by public figures ahead of high-profile events, photo shoots, and intense live concerts.
While individuals often feel lighter after a session, and may even see their body weight drop by 1 to 2 kg immediately afterward, this change is almost entirely due to water lost through sweat. Once normal fluid intake is restored, body weight rapidly returns to its baseline, meaning saunas alone do not produce any permanent fat-burning or dieting effects.
Hydration Protocols and Vital Health Precautions
Due to the heavy sweating induced by high-heat environments, saunas carry an inherent risk of dehydration and acute electrolyte imbalances. To mitigate these risks, it is crucial to consume adequate fluids both before and after a session. Rather than spending extended, uninterrupted periods inside the heat, experts recommend capping sessions at 10 to 15 minutes, followed by a period of sufficient rest.
Individuals should exit the sauna immediately and cool down if they experience dizziness, heart palpitations, or nausea. Furthermore, saunas should strictly be avoided after consuming alcohol or during prolonged periods of fasting. Finally, those with underlying chronic conditions, such as hypertension (high blood pressure) or cardiovascular disease, as well as pregnant individuals, should always consult a medical professional before utilizing a sauna.
