‘Show Aufguss’ fills saunas with steam, theatrics and heated competitions - The World from PRX

The German tradition called “Aufguss” combines the heat of a sauna with aromatherapy using essential oils. But the practice has evolved into something theatrical. “Show Aufguss” mixes the experience with music and choreographed towel movements — and it’s getting quite competitive. The World dispatched reporter Joshua Coe in Denmark to sweat it out at the country’s national championships.

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