If there’s one challenge to maintaining a well-balanced, nutritious diet, it’s eating out. Whether for work, travel or convenience, restaurant food is incredibly high in calories and can derail even the best of diets. Check out our tips for navigating restaurant menus so you can stay on track. Before You Arrive At The Restaurant, Determine […]
Solo wellness travel is growing in popularity, as individuals realize the value of recharging alone — without all the responsibilities of home to bring with them. This is something we’ve long known and treasured at Mountain Trek: the return to the self while spending time in deep nature. Check out the top three reasons why […]
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In conversations about wellness, you may have seen “self-care” pop up. We believe self-care is crucial to whole-self wellness and lifelong vitality — but what we don’t talk about when we talk about self-care is the underlying value that makes it possible. First Things First: What Is Self-Care? Self-care is anything you do deliberately to […]
This time of year, New Years’ Resolutions are weighing heavily on people’s minds, and some may already be given up. At Mountain Trek, we’re used to hearing all about fad diets that people have experimented with — and we don’t recommend any of them. The very definition of the verb “to diet” tells you exactly […]
As a culture, we’re obsessed with quick fixes: the newest workout class craze, the buzziest new “superfood” ingredient, the shiny new supplements — we’re incredibly seduced by the idea that health and wellness is just one consumer decision away. The truth is, there is no pill for vitality. It’s not easy — as Kirk likes […]
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The Key To Surviving The Holidays? Kindness. The holidays can be a fraught time for health goals. With an influx of food, family, and oftentimes stress, many people feel overwhelmed and powerless to maintain a healthy balance. At Mountain Trek’s fitness retreat and health spa, we spend all week detoxing from what the body, mind […]
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We know how critical what we eat is in energy management: Making sure to plan snacks well will make sure you’re properly fueling your body and optimizing your nutrient intake! One of the questions we most often hear is when and how to snack, especially before and after workouts. Our head of nutrition, Jennifer Keirstead, […]
Welcome to Mountain Trek Alumni Stories, our newest blog feature! Each month, we’ll sit down with a Mountain Trek Alumni to find out what they love about the program, what it’s done for their lives, and what keeps them coming back. Mountain Trek is a truly special place — but don’t take it from us […]
Released in 1999, the Academy-Award nominated film “Snow Falling on Cedars” featured stunning exterior shots of what was supposed to be the fictional island, San Piedro Island, in the Puget Sound region of Washington state. Little did many know that the film’s shots on the water were captured at our very own Lake Kootenay. Take […]
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Welcome to Mountain Trek Alumni Stories, our newest blog feature! Each month, we’ll sit down with a Mountain Trek Alumni to find out what they love about the program, what it’s done for their lives, and what keeps them coming back. Mountain Trek is a truly special place — but don’t take it from […]
Each year, Travel + Leisure magazine asks their readers to scour the planet for the finest hotels and greatest getaways as a part of their ‘World’s Best Awards.’ Entries come from all corners of the globe as hotels, destinations, spas, and even entire cities compete to be named the world’s best. With categories ranging from […]
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We’re almost halfway through 2017 — a natural time to check in with yourself on your fitness and wellness goals, whether it’s a New Year’s Resolution or even longer-term goals. Oftentimes at this midway point in the year, people find themselves disappointed with progress (or lack thereof), but these questions are designed to approach your […]
At Mountain Trek, we spend the bulk of each day outside, immersing ourselves in the unbelievably pristine mountains and lakes, and reveling in Mother Nature’s seasonal splendor. Our British Columbia program runs late April through late October and depending on which season you choose to join us, you’ll see slightly different sides of our beloved […]
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There’s a reason why we call guests “alumni” — Mountain Trek guests tend to want to return, and many are even 4-, 5-, or 6-time guests. While most people come to Mountain Trek for a well-deserved retreat, to refocus on a fitness journey, or to lose weight, most people take away something even deeper, sometimes even spiritual.
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This chicken dish would normally work well with potatoes but here we’ve reduced the starch by including tasty artichokes instead. There’s no doubt it’s an earthy meal so we suggest pairing it with a Greek salad to lighten things up and give color. Serves 4 Chicken Breasts – 16-20 ounces free-run chicken Marinade 2 tablespoons […]
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Our Secrets For Navigating Restaurant Menus
/in Habits to Health, Nutrition, Tips & Advice, Weight Loss /by Natalie PlacekIf there’s one challenge to maintaining a well-balanced, nutritious diet, it’s eating out. Whether for work, travel or convenience, restaurant food is incredibly high in calories and can derail even the best of diets. Check out our tips for navigating restaurant menus so you can stay on track. Before You Arrive At The Restaurant, Determine […]
Why You Should Take Your Next Wellness Trip Solo
/in Relaxation, Tips & Advice /by Natalie PlacekSolo wellness travel is growing in popularity, as individuals realize the value of recharging alone — without all the responsibilities of home to bring with them. This is something we’ve long known and treasured at Mountain Trek: the return to the self while spending time in deep nature. Check out the top three reasons why […]
The Key To Self-Care: Deservedness
/in Tips & Advice /by adminIn conversations about wellness, you may have seen “self-care” pop up. We believe self-care is crucial to whole-self wellness and lifelong vitality — but what we don’t talk about when we talk about self-care is the underlying value that makes it possible. First Things First: What Is Self-Care? Self-care is anything you do deliberately to […]
Kirk’s Top 3 Reasons Why Fad Diets Fail
/in Nutrition, Tips & Advice /by adminThis time of year, New Years’ Resolutions are weighing heavily on people’s minds, and some may already be given up. At Mountain Trek, we’re used to hearing all about fad diets that people have experimented with — and we don’t recommend any of them. The very definition of the verb “to diet” tells you exactly […]
The Real Commitment That Will Turn Your Health Around
/in Habits to Health, Relaxation, Tips & Advice /by Natalie PlacekAs a culture, we’re obsessed with quick fixes: the newest workout class craze, the buzziest new “superfood” ingredient, the shiny new supplements — we’re incredibly seduced by the idea that health and wellness is just one consumer decision away. The truth is, there is no pill for vitality. It’s not easy — as Kirk likes […]
Thriving During The Holidays
/in Detox, Habits to Health, Nutrition, Relaxation, Tips & Advice /by Natalie PlacekThe Key To Surviving The Holidays? Kindness. The holidays can be a fraught time for health goals. With an influx of food, family, and oftentimes stress, many people feel overwhelmed and powerless to maintain a healthy balance. At Mountain Trek’s fitness retreat and health spa, we spend all week detoxing from what the body, mind […]
Jenn’s Favorite Pre- and Post-Workout Snacks
/in Fitness, Nutrition, Recipes, Tips & Advice /by Natalie PlacekWe know how critical what we eat is in energy management: Making sure to plan snacks well will make sure you’re properly fueling your body and optimizing your nutrient intake! One of the questions we most often hear is when and how to snack, especially before and after workouts. Our head of nutrition, Jennifer Keirstead, […]
Mountain Trek Alumni Story: Sinead from Chicago
/in Tips & Advice /by Natalie PlacekWelcome to Mountain Trek Alumni Stories, our newest blog feature! Each month, we’ll sit down with a Mountain Trek Alumni to find out what they love about the program, what it’s done for their lives, and what keeps them coming back. Mountain Trek is a truly special place — but don’t take it from us […]
Lake Kootenay as captured in the film “Snow Falling on Cedars”
/in Tips & Advice /by Natalie PlacekReleased in 1999, the Academy-Award nominated film “Snow Falling on Cedars” featured stunning exterior shots of what was supposed to be the fictional island, San Piedro Island, in the Puget Sound region of Washington state. Little did many know that the film’s shots on the water were captured at our very own Lake Kootenay. Take […]
Mountain Trek Alumni Story: Sid from D.C.
/in Alumni Stories /by Natalie PlacekWelcome to Mountain Trek Alumni Stories, our newest blog feature! Each month, we’ll sit down with a Mountain Trek Alumni to find out what they love about the program, what it’s done for their lives, and what keeps them coming back. Mountain Trek is a truly special place — but don’t take it from […]
Mountain Trek named #3 International Destination Spa in T + L’s ‘World’s Best Awards’!
/in Press /by Natalie PlacekEach year, Travel + Leisure magazine asks their readers to scour the planet for the finest hotels and greatest getaways as a part of their ‘World’s Best Awards.’ Entries come from all corners of the globe as hotels, destinations, spas, and even entire cities compete to be named the world’s best. With categories ranging from […]
Mid-Year Check-In: 5 Wellness Questions To Ask Yourself
/in Habits to Health, Tips & Advice /by Natalie PlacekWe’re almost halfway through 2017 — a natural time to check in with yourself on your fitness and wellness goals, whether it’s a New Year’s Resolution or even longer-term goals. Oftentimes at this midway point in the year, people find themselves disappointed with progress (or lack thereof), but these questions are designed to approach your […]
What You’ll See Throughout The Seasons Hiking In British Columbia
/in Hiking, Relaxation /by Natalie PlacekAt Mountain Trek, we spend the bulk of each day outside, immersing ourselves in the unbelievably pristine mountains and lakes, and reveling in Mother Nature’s seasonal splendor. Our British Columbia program runs late April through late October and depending on which season you choose to join us, you’ll see slightly different sides of our beloved […]
More Than Just A Wellness Retreat: What Alumni Truly Take Away From Their Visit
/in Habits to Health, Relaxation, Weight Loss /by Natalie PlacekThere’s a reason why we call guests “alumni” — Mountain Trek guests tend to want to return, and many are even 4-, 5-, or 6-time guests. While most people come to Mountain Trek for a well-deserved retreat, to refocus on a fitness journey, or to lose weight, most people take away something even deeper, sometimes even spiritual.
Skewered Greek Chicken on Portobello Mushrooms with Artichokes
/in Recipes /by adminThis chicken dish would normally work well with potatoes but here we’ve reduced the starch by including tasty artichokes instead. There’s no doubt it’s an earthy meal so we suggest pairing it with a Greek salad to lighten things up and give color. Serves 4 Chicken Breasts – 16-20 ounces free-run chicken Marinade 2 tablespoons […]