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January 25–30, 2009 Sunday–Friday 5 nights

Fitness and Yoga Retreat

Presenter(s)
The Healthy Living Faculty

Each of the Healthy Living Programs includes several faculty from among the following experts. Mark Pettus, MD, is a board-certified internist and nephrologist with 20 years of experience, including postdoctoral training at Harvard Medical School.…
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Program Details

For anyone in good physical condition and able to hike two to three miles a day.

Time away to revive your fitness routine from the inside out.

Take your fitness to the next level during this invigorating 5-day program that offers you a structured fitness experience in a retreat-like atmosphere. Learn how to bring yoga and meditation into your fitness routine, get informed about cutting-edge nutrition from our expert nutrition staff, and be challenged by daily hikes and classes. Tone your body and spirit while learning to live a healthier life—and have fun doing it.

This retreat is ideal if you want to

  • Revitalize and step up your current fitness routine
  • Incorporate yoga and mindfulness into your approach to fitness
  • Immerse yourself in a fitness experience and have time to retreat
  • Learn nutritional tips for a better workout
  • Develop core strength, cardiovascular health, and flexibility.

Sample curriculum of workshops and classes

  • Strength Training
  • Yin Yoga and Power Yoga
  • Cardio Classes
  • Nutrition for Optimal Performance
  • Understanding Metabolism
  • Yogic Breathing and Meditation
  • Pole hiking/snowshoeing (fall/winter)
  • Kayaking/bicycling (summer/fall)

Your program also includes:

  • 50-minute Personal Trainer Session,
    ask questions and design a routine
  • 50-minute Kripalu Massage,
    address particular muscles and relax

To read longer descriptions of Kripalu Healing Arts sessions, click here.

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All Program Dates

DatesPresenters
January 25–30, 2009The Healthy Living Faculty
March 22–27, 2009The Healthy Living Faculty
April 19–24, 2009The Healthy Living Faculty