Clearlight® Powers the MLB Pros: LA Dodgers Catcher Will Smith (3x World Series Champion) Trusts Science-Backed Athletic Recovery for Performance Longevity

Following the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 2025 World Series victory, catcher Will Smith not only added another ring to his resume, but he’s also doubling down on the recovery strategy that keeps him sharp from spring training to the World Series. As a Clearlight ambassador, Smith credits his Sanctuary 2 Full Spectrum Outdoor Infrared Sauna and Red Light Therapy CORE Tower with helping him maintain strength, speed his recovery, and keep his performance sharp through the entire 162-game grind.

 

 

Consistency is Key for Athletic Recovery

 

“I use the sauna before I head to the stadium for the day. I think it helps warm my body up and get it ready for everything I do before the game,” said Will. “I broke my hand in early September. I think that the sauna along with a lot of other treatments have helped speed up the recovery process.”

Will, who uses the CORE Tower, added, “Being consistent with my Clearlight CORE Tower has helped me perform at my best for the entire 162 game MLB season. My recovery day to day has been better, which has kept my strength and energy at a higher capacity than previous years. My performance has been the most consistent it’s ever been thanks to the Clearlight CORE Tower.”

 

 

The Science Behind Heat & Light for Athlete Recovery

 

As the offseason begins and athletes like Will move from celebration to recalibration, Clearlight continues to be the wellness teammate chosen by MLB players. Clearlight’s doctor-designed infrared saunas and award-winning, FDA-registered red light therapy towers have become key tools for players focused on:

• Recover Like a Pro™: Allowing them to loosen up before games, repair and rebuild muscles, replenish energy stores, and reduce muscle fatigue and inflammation, which is essential after intense physical activity.
• Injury Prevention: Increasing circulation and flexibility to remain on the field all season and healthy in the offseason.
• Improved Performance: Supporting their general well-being, endurance, mobility, and good mental focus.

 

Infrared Sauna Benefits for Athletes

Infrared saunas are scientifically-backed recovery systems designed to improve circulation, muscle recovery, and overall performance. Infrared heat penetrates deep into muscle tissue, increasing oxygen-rich blood flow and helping flush out lactic acid. The result: reduced soreness, faster muscle repair, and improved joint mobility.

Top infrared sauna benefits for athletes include:

• Accelerated recovery after intense training sessions or games
• Reduced inflammation through improved circulation and lymphatic flow
• Enhanced flexibility and joint mobility
• Improved sleep quality, crucial for muscle rebuilding
• Detoxification support to eliminate metabolic waste

Infrared sessions before training can also act as an effective warm-up, gently elevating core temperature and priming muscles for exertion, just as Will Smith does before heading to the field.

 

Red Light Therapy Benefits for Athletes

Clearlight’s red light therapy towers use groundbreaking technology to deliver red and near-infrared wavelengths (650nm and 850nm) and boost mitochondrial energy production. For athletes, this translates into faster tissue repair, enhanced strength recovery, and improved endurance to improve performance longevity.

Research shows that red light therapy:

• Increases ATP production, providing cells with more energy for repair and growth
• Reduces inflammation and oxidative stress, both common after strenuous exercise
• Promotes collagen synthesis, aiding in joint and connective tissue recovery
• Supports nerve regeneration and pain management

That’s why Will and many other MLB athletes incorporate Clearlight’s red light systems into their daily recovery routines. It’s not just about bouncing back, it’s about maintaining consistent performance all season long.

 

 

Building an Elite Recovery Routine

 

While infrared saunas and red light therapy form the foundation of many professional athletes’ wellness routines, combining additional recovery modalities can take results to the next level.

 

PEMF Therapy Mats for Deep Cellular Repair

Pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy is another favorite among athletes. Amethyst PEMF mats deliver low-frequency magnetic pulses that help stimulate cellular regeneration, reduce pain, improve circulation, and enhance relaxation.

When used post-sauna or alongside red light therapy, PEMF can amplify recovery benefits by supporting energy production and reducing inflammation at the cellular level.

Tip: Use a PEMF mat for 20–30 minutes while doing your cooldown session to promote faster recovery.

 

Halotherapy for Respiratory Performance

For athletes, lung capacity and respiratory efficiency can make the difference between a good game and a great one. Halotherapy, or dry salt therapy, helps clear the respiratory tract, reduce inflammation in the airways, and support immune function.

Inhaling microscopic salt particles can also promote relaxation and better oxygen exchange – benefits that complement sauna use perfectly.

Tip: Use a halotherapy diffuser after a workout or during a sauna session to enhance breathing and aid recovery.

 

Contrast Therapy (Cold Plunge + Sauna)

Pairing infrared heat with cold immersion, known as contrast therapy, can dramatically improve circulation and reduce inflammation. The hot-cold cycle causes blood vessels to dilate and constrict, pumping fresh oxygen and nutrients throughout the body.

Athletes often alternate between a sauna session and a cold plunge to speed up recovery, reduce muscle soreness, and enhance mental clarity.

Tip: Try 15–20 minutes in an infrared sauna followed by 2–3 minutes in a cold plunge for a full-body reset.

 

 

Recovery Reinvented: Clearlight’s Athlete-Approved Approach

 

From pregame warmups to postseason recovery, Clearlight’s doctor-designed saunas and FDA-registered red light towers are built to optimize the body’s natural healing processes. These technologies have become cornerstones of performance recovery routines for athletes across professional sports.

In addition to Smith, Clearlight’s growing MLB wellness roster includes: Ian Happ (Chicago Cubs), Manny Machado (San Diego Padres), Alex Verdugo (New York Yankees), and many more. From rookies on the rise to championship veterans, athletes, celebrities, teams, wellness experts, and influencers are using Clearlight’s Sanctuary Infrared Sauna Line and suite of award-winning red light towers as their go-to recovery essentials.

In today’s game, champions aren’t just made by how they play, but how they recover. And self-care is a critical part of the game.