WTF is PEMF?

WTF is PEMF?

PEMF Like a PRO

 

So we're guessing by now that you know all about our brand new Infrared PEMF Mat aka the Higher Frequency Mat. BUT, we've gotten a lot of questions from our HD fam about what makes this mat different from our Infrared Sauna Blanket. Let's get on the same wavelength.

 

What is PEMF?

PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) technology works by sending low-level frequency throughout your body to recharge cells, expedite recovery, and calm the central nervous system. PEMF haas been scientifically-proven to improve chronic pain conditions, lessen inflammation, and improve immune response.

 

Why is this mat more expensive than the Infrared Sauna Blanket?

PEMF is the hottest technology since infrared. This isn't your average PEMF mat. All of our products are made using professional-grade materials. Both the Infrared Sauna Blanket and Infrared PEMF Mat utilize crystal, negative ion, and infrared therapies to provide the deepest level of healing.

 

However, the PEMF Mat has 20lbs of Crystal Therapy alone to transmit the PEMF effectively for the ultimate grounding experience. That's a lot of bling!

 

What does the Negative Ion button do?

When heated, the 20lbs of crystals produce negative ions, which are like antioxidants in the air. These ions neutralize free radicals and can improve your mood by directly impacting your serotonin levels. Your body and mind stay balanced and you can get high naturally.

 

When do I use my mat?

You can use the mat whenever works best for you, but some of our favorite times:

 

▶ Before a workout

▶ Before going to sleep

▶ While watching TV

▶ During your AM/PM meditation

▶ As a part of any wind down routine

 

You have the option to leave it on all day, so as to use it when you need a DOSE.

 

How do I know what PEMF setting to use? 

 

TL;DR: You can't go wrong. PEMF was created to mimic the same kind of frequency you'd find in nature, so you're basically just providing yourself more of the good that is already around you.

 

As with anything, every body is different, so don't be afraid to work your way through different settings mat different time intervals to see what works best for you. Lower levels are more relaxing, while higher levels are more stimulating.* 

 

Level 1 | 3hz - Delta Brain Wave

3 Hz is for deep relaxation and can help with falling asleep and staying asleep. When we are in a very deep sleep, our brains are typically in Delta. This can occur throughout the night, but it is typically the most intense in the hour after we've fallen asleep. Often times, this is the deepest sleep we get into during the night and this allows the brain to slow down dramatically - ultimately giving the body a chance catch up, facilitating healing and regeneration of tissues.

Level 1 can be used before sleep to help you drift off and keep you in this body-brain nurturing state. In the waking hours, level 1 can also be helpful if you are feeling anxious and want a boost back to equilibrium. 

Level 2 | 7.8hz - Theta Brain Wave + Schumann Resonance

The Earth's natural frequency, also known as the Schumann Resonance, is 7.8 Hz! When you're feeling disconnected or overstimulated from computer and cell phone usage, or can't get outside, use Level 2 to recharge and reconnect. 

7.8hz is in the Theta brain wave, which can also be accessed during sleep. This portion of our night is known as dream sleep which only accounts for about one third of the total sleep time.  

When our brains are in Theta, we can experience deep creative insights, enhanced learning and memory, and improved stress tolerance.

Level 3 | 10hz - Alpha Brain Wave

Alpha falls right in the middle of the brain wave spectrum and is predominately known for being present during meditation and wakeful relaxation. Using Level 3 at 10hz can promote mindfulness and open-mindedness, as well as reduce the physical effects stress and increase tissue regeneration. 

Level 4 | 23hz - Beta Brain Wave

Beta brain wave is present during our waking hours when we are most alert, focused, and involved in daily living and decision making. By using level 4, Beta waves are stimulated and promote improved mental function, increased concentration, and improved memory. This is especially helpful if you find yourself hitting a mid-day slump, or feel sluggish. Hit the PEMF Mat for an instant recharge!

Avoid using level 4 before bedtime, or if you are feeling anxious.

*The mat's PEMF cycle is 20 minutes long with 100-minute breaks in between. This cycle repeats 4 times before shutting off completely. 

 

How often can I use the mat? 

Unlike the Infrared Sauna Blanket, you don't need any clean up or setup to get the benefits of PEMF and infrared. You can use this mat wherever, whenever, as many times as you want.

 

What do I wear when using the mat? 

Whatever you want! Keep in mind that the infrared heat goes up to 70 degrees Celsius, so you may want to wear something comfortable in between.

 

Remind me about the benefits of Infrared? 

Infrared is the healing foundation behind all of our products and services. Infrared deeply penetrates muscles and tissue to improve muscle recovery, calm the mind and body, and release your happy chemicals for a good ol' fashioned (natural) high.

When paired together, infrared and PEMF create a powerful healing experience.

 

Have any other questions? Don't be afraid to reach out at [email protected].

 

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

About the Author

What do the San Francisco Marathon, Tough Mudder, and infrared technology pioneer HigherDOSE all have in common? The brilliant entrepreneurial mindset of Katie Kaps. After graduating magna cum laude from Georgetown, Katie studied at The London School of Economics, and was a Consumer/Retail investment banker at Merrill Lynch before being recruited to be the marketing and business mind behind the San Francisco Marathon. Following the SF marathon, Katie joined Tough Mudder and helped grow the business from $10 million to $150 million in revenue by the time she left. There she did strategy, new business development, and managed the international expansion team, and was proud to be named international employee of the year in 2013. Katie and Lauren started HigherDOSE with humble roots in Alchemist Kitchen and quickly scaling the business through strategic hospitality partnerships, amassing a cult-like following of celebrities and athletes. In addition to pioneering a ‘space within a space’ model with existing brick and mortar locations like Equinox and 11 Howard (creating a minimum viable product for retail), Katie turned HigherDOSE into an 8-figure startup with only 4 employees, in addition to pivoting to being a product-focused company during the pandemic at lightning speed. HigherDOSE has now expanded their offerings into topicals and ingestibles and Katie and Lauren have starred in their very own “Bio-HackHers” YouTube series, cementing her foothold as a woman leading the wellness industry to a new frontier.

Katie Kaps

About the Author

Lauren Berlingeri is dedicated to inspiring others through fitness and naturally-healthy lifestyle practices. After launching her career as an international model, Berlingeri went on to star in her own show, “Women vs. Workout”—grossing over 15 million views and receiving a Webby Award nomination for Best Host. This experience led to extreme sports hosting for brands such as UFC, EA Sports, and IMG. Having cemented her name within the fitness industry, Berlingeri decided to expand her expertise, earning a holistic nutritionist and health coach certification at The Institute of Integrative Nutrition. Her venture into the health and wellness startup spectrum began in 2014 as one of the first creative minds at Aloha.com—doing product development, leading the brand ambas-sador program, and brand partnerships. Lauren discovered the power of Infrared technology — specifically Infrared saunas — and saw an opportunity to bring the biohacking tool to the masses. Since co-founding HigherDOSE with Katie Kaps, the wellness brand has experienced meteoric success, boiling down to a true revolutionization of the spa business. Creating all the initial Forbes, branding themselves and even acting as models in their first campaigns, the brand exploded, leading the way to at-home sauna systems that thrived during the pandemic. As a female biohacker and mother of twins, Lauren brings a fresh perspective to a space that has been dominated by male voices from its inception, making it HigherDOSE’s core mission to educate women about their bio-individuality and give them the tools they need to reach their own best selves, with content designed to educate people on how to take control of their own wellness regimens.

Lauren Berlingeri

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