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LoseSmart works like ‘nun’ other

When Diane Brown first arrived at Skyterra Wellness Retreat for her LoseSmart stay, she did not know what to expect. What she did know was that she was ready to make some changes in her life. “When the handwriting is on the wall in big flaming letters, you tend to pay attention,” she says.  For…

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How to Find the Right Weight Loss Camp for You

Weight loss camps and retreats are quickly becoming a popular option for those looking to reset, lose weight, and improve their quality of life. Whether you’re simply looking to cultivate a more health-focused lifestyle or you’re hoping to lose a more significant amount of weight, it can be to your benefit to leave your regular…

The Real Truth Behind Fat Camps and Why They Don’t Work

Losing weight is hard. Whether you want to lose 100 pounds or just a few extra, dieting takes a toll on your body and mind when food feels like the enemy and your body feels like a battleground.  Your goals are healthy living and healthy eating, but it seems difficult to find long-term success. Maybe…

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Why Is It So Hard to Lose Weight After Menopause?

Menopause means different things for different women. Some are thankful to be done with the reproductive stage of their lives, while others think the onset of menopause is the beginning of the end. The end of what, though? Menopause is a time of significant physical, emotional, and psychological change, and it’s important to understand what’s…

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How to Find the Right Weight Loss Retreat for You

In theory, losing weight is clear cut and simple: all we have to do is move our bodies, eat our vegetables, and manage our stress. But in reality, the weight loss journey can come with all kinds of physical, mental and emotional challenges that make things more complex and not nearly as straightforward as a…

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Eight Ways to Prevent and Alleviate Holiday Stress

Self-care is so important during the holidays. The busier you are, the more important it is to take care of yourself! These tips will help you battle holiday stress and stay calm and collected when it matters most.

Nine Things Nine Perfect Strangers Gets Wrong About Wellness Retreats

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…

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For the fourth year in a row, USA Today ranks Skyterra in Top Three Best Wellness Retreats in the Nation

For the fourth year in a row in its short five-year history, USA Today has again ranked Skyterra Wellness Retreat in the top three best wellness retreats in the country. This honor comes by way of USA Today‘s annual Readers’ Choice awards, a well established and nationwide competition. Only 20 nominations, chosen by a panel…

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USA Today again nominates Skyterra for Best Wellness Retreat in the U.S.

For the fourth year in a row in its short five-year history, Skyterra Wellness Retreat has just earned a coveted nomination: Best Wellness Retreat in the country. This honor comes by way of USA Today‘s annual Readers’ Choice awards, a well established and nationwide competition. Only 20 nominations, chosen by a panel of luxury travel…

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Five 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…