Posts by Kelsey McGaha
Nine Things “Nine Perfect Strangers” Gets Wrong About Wellness Retreats
Have you seen the new Hulu Original drama that everyone’s buzzing about? Based on The New York Times’ bestselling book by author Liane Moriarty, Nine Perfect Strangers takes place at Tranquillum, an award-winning wellness retreat that promises healing and transformation. If you haven’t watched it yet, don’t worry; we won’t spoil it too much. When…
Read MoreLoseSmart: A Community Within a Community
There is nothing more personal than health-related goals. Guests enrolled in Skyterra’s LoseSmart program receive comprehensive support for achieving and maintaining their goals not only from staff, but also from other program participants. Part of that support includes a safe and encouraging environment where inspiration and motivation occur organically in the small group of like-minded…
Read MoreLoseSmart: Guests Receive Expert Coaching in Private Sessions
Every LoseSmart guest is on a unique journey deserving personalized attention and care. Meeting those needs is the top priority of Skyterra’s expert staff. LoseSmart, a four-week program for sustainable weight loss where people of all shapes and sizes embrace new ways to be fit and healthy, is limited to a small group of participants…
Read MoreLoseSmart: Benchmarking Reveals Exciting Improvements
In Skyterra’s highly effective LoseSmart program, ‘we meet you where you are’ is more than a simple phrase; it’s a promise. LoseSmart guests arrive at Skyterra with varying abilities, and through modified exercises and specialized equipment, Skyterra’s experienced fitness instructors meet guests where they are. In order to understand guests’ starting points and goals for…
Read MoreLoseSmart: ‘Game-Changing’ Nutrition Education
LoseSmart guests arrive at Skyterra with varying past nutrition education. Some guests are anxious about eating and others have practiced destructive dieting behaviors for decades. A recent LoseSmart guest shared that she has changed her relationship with food and no longer experiences shame when having a meal out. Another recent LoseSmart guest said that one…
Read MoreLoseSmart: A Unique and Supportive Approach to Fitness
Many LoseSmart guests aren’t sure what to expect in their first fitness class on campus. “When I arrived on campus, I was nervous,” said one recent LoseSmart guest. “The nerves quickly faded away as the staff welcomed me with open arms. They helped me, inspired me, and showed me what I could accomplish and how…
Read MoreFive Healthy Tips to Kick Off Spring
Skyterra experts have crafted five helpful tips that you can practice now to kick off a healthy spring. Read the tips below and incorporate as many as you can into your day. You’ll feel better heading into the beautiful spring season. Tip 1: Incorporate protein at breakfast Studies support that those who get adequate amounts…
Read MoreFour weeks in: Skyterra leadership takes on LoseSmart
Skyterra’s fearless leaders are tackling eight weeks in the LoseSmart program after spending years focused on crafting the world-class retreat guests experience today. Skyterra Owner Sue Crowell and General Manager Teresa Ostler decided to join the program starting in February to focus on taking care of themselves and adding consistent movement throughout the day. Like…
Read MoreHow to Finally Lose the Fat
Many guests come to Skyterra to figure out how to finally lose the fat. They have been trapped in the cycle of yo-yo dieting, some dropping large amounts of weight in a short period of time just to gain it all back (plus more). The four-week LoseSmart program has been the way for guests to…
Read MoreCupid’s Three Unique Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
Flowers, chocolate and jewelry are all nice things to receive no matter what occasion is being celebrated. With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, we’d like to challenge you to ditch the idea of a traditional gift and try a unique way to show someone your love. Here at Skyterra, we offer a few different creative arts…
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