Try Yoga in a New Way
One great part of a vacation is trying new things, so why not try your hand at a creative way to practice your poses? “Just because you're on vacation, doesn't mean you need to stop your yoga practice,” said Catin, who is also Palace Resorts’ director of marketing and social media. “Join us for one of our scheduled yoga classes, or even practice on the beach on your own. Set a goal of doing at least five minutes a day during your vacation.”
At Moon Palace The Grand - Cancun, you can take your yoga to the pool with Paddleboard Yoga, offered every weekend. Or get your Zen on with traditional Vinyasa or Hatha yoga class during your stay at Le Blanc Spa Resort in Cancun.
Where travel yoga has a distinct advantage over your home practice is in regards to the setting. “Schedule a tour outside Palace Resorts in Mexico and Jamaica and take yoga with you,” Catin recommended. “Activate all your senses by capturing the sights, sounds, smells, physical sensations, and even conjure the tastes all around you. If you can, take a seat and meditate on the wonders that surround you.”
Yoga As Part of A Wellness Vacation
If you’re looking to include yoga as part of a whole wellness vacation experience, look no further than Moon Palace Cancun. Not only can you get in some yoga in the privacy of your own suite with the complementary “Awe Sports Kit,” complete with a yoga mat, jump rope and dumbbells, but eating healthy is a breeze with a heart healthy menu and gluten-free meals, available 24 hours a day via complimentary 24-hour room service.
In addition to the all Palace Resorts’ state-of-the-art gymnasiums and stellar lineup of fitness activities including yoga, CrossFit-style classes, traditional spinning and Pilates, guests staying in a Moon Palace Wellness Suite can also participate in aqua spinning with a private instructor.
Strike a Pose in Your Pajamas
Good news for yogis and sleep enthusiasts alike - there may be huge benefits to sneak in some yoga while still in bed. “People underestimate the power of those few minutes before we get out of bed and rush into our day,” says Vyda Bielkus, co-founder of Boston’s Health Yoga Life. “In those moments, we can set up some clear intentions and choices,” explained to the Huff Post.
“Yin Yoga is a good practice right before bed,” added Catin. “Poses are typically held for longer periods of time, allowing you to maximize the stretch in areas where we tend to store physical stress. It helps one feel more calm and relaxed.”
Among the poses Catin recommended were Eagle Arms (a stretch of the upper body), Eye the Needle (a supine variation of pigeon pose), Supine Twist, and Supine Bound Angle Pose. After holding those poses for one to two minutes each, Catin said guest should try Savasana, also known as final relaxation, before going to bed.
Whether you practice travel yoga to relax, feel more energized, or before getting a good night sleep, Palace Resorts will be with you all along the way. Namaste!