From therapeutic outdoor bliss to ringside workouts, the choice is yours to achieve your personal wellness goals.
SUITE AND PROPERTY Immerse yourself in the healing power of pure mineral water at Castle Hot Springs. PHOTO COURTESY OF CASTLE HOT SPRINGS
“As more and more seek out nature-driven wellness experiences, our ancient natural thermal hot springs are one of Arizona’s most mesmeric hidden gems that have been naturally forged into the land over 13,000 years, and feature rich minerals known to remedy aches and pains, improve mobility and boost skin health,” says Kevin Maguire, general manager of Castle Hot Springs. “It’s the perfect way to rest, recharge and relax while soaking in one of our three geothermal pools ranging from 86 to 96 degrees in one of the most remote and beautiful locations in Arizona.” Guests staying in the Spring Bungalows can also enjoy private soaking tubs filled with the relaxing thermal water. Beyond indulging in the hot springs, wellness lovers can also recharge and renew through a selection of activities, including meditation, yoga, tai chi and qi gong. “Most, if not all, of our guests choose to soak in the thermal springs as much as possible, and always tell us how relaxed and rejuvenated they feel after a blissfully therapeutic soak,” he notes. “It’s a perfect wellness destination to step away and unwind from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.” 5050 N. Castle Hot Springs Road, Morristown, 844.348.1601, castlehotsprings.com
Join the pros from barre3’s North Scottsdale and Paradise Valley locations for an outdoor sweat session at Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows PHOTOS: BY CHRISTINE DEATON CREATIVE
As part of Hyatt Loves Local, a global effort by Hyatt hotels to uplift and collaborate with small businesses that have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows has partnered with barre3. Located on the resort’s Cholla Lawn, guests can enjoy an outdoor total-body workout surrounded by the beautiful flora and fauna of the Sonoran Desert and sweeping views of Camelback Mountain. “Barre3 is a full-body balanced workout combining strength conditioning, cardio and mindfulness. It’s designed to help you increase strength, reduce stress, improve balance and build a mind-body connection,” says Brittany Sothan, operations manager of barre3 North Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. “It isn’t just about the 60 minutes you spend strengthening and balancing your body, it’s about the empowerment you carry with you the rest of your day.” Likewise, Andaz Scottsdale aims to bring a sense of tranquility and peace to its lucky visitors. “The resort is a place where our guests can disconnect from the world and reconnect with nature and their creative side,” says Deanna Zuber-Galloway, director of sales, events and marketing at Andaz Scottsdale. “We want them to leave feeling inspired and uplifted.” 6114 N. Scottsdale Road, 480.368.1234, andazscottsdale.com; barre3.com
Let stress melt away with a high-energy Ringside class at Life Time Biltmore. PHOTOS COURTESY OF LIFE TIME INC.
“At the end of the day, we are human, and we all want some type of connection. For many, that is found at Life Time,” says Devon Belanger, group fitness five-star elite instructor at Life Time Biltmore. From personal training and sports broadcasting to modeling and now instructing, Belanger’s energy and passion embody Life Time’s Ringside class—an authentic boxing and conditioning experience. “There is something about the 5:15AM Ringside class,” she says. “Maybe it’s the frustrations of COVID-19, but these members just show up as if they need to get it out of their system.” This no-contact class uses weighted knuckles that are equal to the weight of boxing gloves. “The class moves quickly and people don’t realize how fast it goes by,” says Belanger. “It brings out that fighter that is in [each of us] and is a natural release of endorphins.” Start your day like a champ in-club or online. 2580 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix, 623.244.3200, lifetime.life
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