Health & Wellness Calendar London health Show – 18th – 19th January 2016 Olympia, London – find out more… Please contact us to add your event
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International Women’s Golf Day Welcomes New Golfers in Every Time Zone Around the Globe The inaugural International Women’s Golf Day (WGD), set for Tuesday, June 7, 2016,has exceeded its lofty goal with more than 400 golf facilities in more than 17 countries participating in this first-of-its-kind growth of the game initiative. WGD’s mission is to Engage, Empower and Support women and they will experience this first-hand on June 7. WGD will be celebrated between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., when women and girls will be introduced to the game in an inviting and fun environment. The event…
A-Z of Massage Before booking your next treatment, check out our guide below to ensure your next massage is right for you Search A-Z of massage Search Ayurveda: An ancient Indian holistic medical system involving diet, yoga, massage and herbal remedies based on five elements – earth, water, fire, air and space, stressing balance through your dosha. Ayurvedic Shirodhara: The streaming of warm oil onto the forehead (third eye), followed by a scalp massage and depending on the treatment, another body massage. Acupressure: An ancient healing art using the fingers, and other parts of the body, to skilfully…
A to Z of Spa Facilities Before booking your next spa and wellness experience, check out our guide below to find our more about what facilities will help you ‘target your treatment!’ Search A-Z of spa facilities Search Aerobics studio Area used for floor exercises. Affusion shower massage Massage given under a relaxing, rain-like, warm shower of water or seawater. Increases blood circulation. Aquamedic pool Pool with specially positioned therapeutic jets for benefits such as relaxation and improving muscle tone. Bath Soaking or cleansing the body in water that is typically infused with salt, flowers, minerals or essential oils. May serve as…
Our experts Mark Smith The Spa Man Mark is a spa and grooming writer based in London and spends his time consulting for brands and writing about the spa industry. As Contributing Editor for European Spa Magazine he travels widely across Europe and has also written for Men’s Fitness, Sleeper, Spa Secrets, BA Highlife, Professional Spa, Asia Spa and Spa Ireland. One of a handful of male spa writers, Mark has a blog offering his unique perspective on spa – The Spa Man. thespaman.co.uk
Our experts Kathy Moores Ayurvedic Therapist Kathy Moores is an Ayurvedic Therapist and yoga teacher who has trained with The European Institute of Vedic Studies and The British Wheel of Yoga. Studying Ayurveda with a number of highly regarded teachers including Atreya Smith and Dr David Frawley who are two of the leading western authorities on Ayurveda. Kathy offers Ayurvedic treatments and consultations including guidance on foods, therapies, lifestyle, massage and yoga to suit your body type in and around the Worcestershire/Gloucestershire area. Kathy also runs workshops and retreats in the UK and abroad. www.kathymoores.co.uk
How to be spa savvy “A good spa experience is more than just the treatment, it’s the whole encounter from when you arrive to when you leave,” said Janet Brice Content Director of Spa Traveller Wellness. Her three top tips for making the most of your spa experience are: 1. Arrive early, by at least an hour before your treatment, to unwind and enjoy the steam and sauna facilities BEFORE your massage as this helps the muscles to relax. 2. Take along two swim suits as you may want to change from a one-piece into a bikini for your…
A-Z of spa treatments Before booking your next treatment, check out our guide below to ensure your next massage is right for you Search A-Z of spa treatments Search Abyhanga Gentle, rhythmic ayurvedic massage in which therapists work warm oil into the body to help enhance the immune system and encourage the removal of toxins. Acupressure Application of fingertip [and sometimes palm, elbow, knee and foot] pressure on the body’s acupoints to improve the flow of qi throughout the body, release muscle tension and promote healing. Acupunture Ancient Chinese healing technique in which fine needles are inserted into acupoints along the body’s…
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ANNOUNCING THE LAUNCH OF AMAN WELLNESS From the fresh medicinal herbs of Montenegro to the hot springs of Japan, Aman has always delivered a transporting and authentic spa experience, one made all the more profound by the exquisite meditative surroundings and remote locations of its hotels and resorts. Now, Aman Wellness, a new concept to be introduced across the collection in 2016, promises to reach further and deeper with the dual introduction of its Individual Wellness Immersions, together with a parallel series of date-led Group Retreat Experiences, headed by globally celebrated health specialists, and held at a range of…