Articles
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8 Ways to Make the Most of your Fitness Vacation
Structured programs, such as the one offered at Mountain Trek Fitness Retreat and Health Spa, go beyond the basics of a morning fruit smoothie and pool volleyball. Savvy guests are looking for services, treatments and consultations that cater to all areas of health and they see the advantage of an on-site group of therapists and practitioners…
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It’s More than Just Transformation
When Deborah Stone joined us last year for a health and fitness vacation, she gained more than just a renewed sense of vitality; facing personal challenges in a nurturing atmosphere can bring people together.
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Abandon the Heels for a Heath Retreat
Cynthia Dial wondered if she could shift from being a savvy urbanite to a sturdy hiker. Her everyday fitness was enough though to get started with a fitness vacation retreat, so she decided to take the leap. Read more to find out about Cynthia’s experience at Mountain Trek last summer…
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How is Sprouted Grain Bread Different?
Sprouted grain bread is becoming mainstream, and for good reason. Sprouting makes seeds come to life, as they literally begin to grow little shoots, making their nutrients more digestible. Whole grains naturally contain valuable vitamins, minerals, amino acids, proteins, and phytochemicals; sprouting makes these valuable nutrients more bio-available. Read more…
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Letting the Body Heal
The body’s ability to heal itself has always amazed me. I suffered from asthma my entire childhood and now I’ve been puffer-free for over 15 years. I attribute my healing to listening to my body’s cues. These are the little, hidden messages your body gives you; its way of communicating. My asthma was a clue,…
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Be the Change: 10 Tips for Transformation
It’s pretty easy to get into a rut – eating patterns, inactivity, stress and lack of adequate rest all settle into a predictable rhythm. Each January, many of us plan to transform our lifestyle, but those high hopes can fizzle. Here are 10 tips to help you make transformation a reality. Focus on one or…
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Sleep Tips for Beating the Winter Blues
Maintaining a regular sleep-wake cycle in the darker winter months is vital to staying healthy and combating Seasonal Affective Disorder. Also it's important to maintain proper nutrition as well. Combined these tips can help beat the winter blues.
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Greek Feta and Turkey Stew
Our Greek Feta & Turkey Stew is the perfect fall lunch recipe. Packed full of protein, fiber, and vitamins, this soup is a great recipe for Thanksgiving leftovers. Use fresh feta atop your stew to add a layer of depth to the flavor profile. INGREDIENTS (Serves 4) 16-20 oz turkey breast Olive oil ¾ c.…
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Mother Nature is the Pill for Real Health
Guests at Mountain Trek learn about the importance of time spent in nature for good health. Now there is a growing body of evidence showing exposure to nature is the root of good health and wellness. At Mountain Trek, we witness over and over the stress reduction and improved well-being of our guests each day, which contributes…