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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As the name suggests, our core is integral to every movement we make. It's a complex series of muscles that extend well beyond your abs and include everything except for your arms and legs. In this article, and in the video below, Mountain Trek's fitness director Cathy Grierson talks about how to engage your core […]
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Mountain Trek recently started offering Lifestyle Performance Coaching via clinical physcologist Dr. Joshua Klapow, who's also an alumni of the program. It seems the good doctor is also adept at explaining matters of nutrition as well given an article that has appeared on beachbody.com. In it, Dr. Josh is asked to explain how to eat […]
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More than 300,000 travelers took part in Condé Nast Traveler's 29th annual Readers' Choice Awards survey submitting millions of ratings and over 75,000 comments to create a list of winning favourites – and Mountain Trek Fitness Retreat and Health Spa was one of them. In fact, Mountain Trek made it onto the list of the 15 […]
It's no secret that music has a massive effect on our mood. If you're feeling low, an upbeat song can lift you right up. Or if you're feeling stressed, a relaxing tune can help soothe the soul. By coordinating the music you’re listening to with the mood you’d like to be in, you can train your […]
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For this instructive video, we enlisted the help of Mountain Trek’s yoga teacher and fitness instructor Katya Hayes to show us some relaxing bedtime yoga techniques.
Men's Health, one of the most popular men's magazines and fitness websites in North America, recently featured Mountain Trek in an article entitled "The 7 Best Vacations For Your Body." The story describes the "science-based program" and then quotes Brandon Mentore, an ACE-certified personal trainer, saying Mountain Trek offers everything you could want in a health […]
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This recipe is full of Malaysian influence; peppery cilantro, zesty lime all coated around succulent scallops and served with crisp veg. This dish is delicious and healthy.
Mountain Trek Fitness Retreat and Health Spa is honoured to be nominated for Travel & Leisure's 2017 World's Best Awards under the category: "Destination Spas – International – Canada." If you would like to vote now, you will be entered for a chance to win a $10,000 dream trip, courtesy of Travel + Leisure. Overall the survey […]
"Digital detox" is a buzz phrase we're hearing more of lately but what exactly is it and why should we do it? After all, isn't technology meant to improve our lives, helping us keep more connected and freeing up time so we can concentrate on other things? It's true technology has vastly improved certain aspects or our day-to-day […]
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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 […]
Engaging Your Core For Fitness
/in Fitness, Tips & Advice /by vinceAs the name suggests, our core is integral to every movement we make. It's a complex series of muscles that extend well beyond your abs and include everything except for your arms and legs. In this article, and in the video below, Mountain Trek's fitness director Cathy Grierson talks about how to engage your core […]
Dr. Josh on How To Eat Smarter & Lose Weight
/in Nutrition, Tips & Advice, Weight Loss /by vinceMountain Trek recently started offering Lifestyle Performance Coaching via clinical physcologist Dr. Joshua Klapow, who's also an alumni of the program. It seems the good doctor is also adept at explaining matters of nutrition as well given an article that has appeared on beachbody.com. In it, Dr. Josh is asked to explain how to eat […]
CN Traveler Awards Mountain Trek
/in Press /by vinceMore than 300,000 travelers took part in Condé Nast Traveler's 29th annual Readers' Choice Awards survey submitting millions of ratings and over 75,000 comments to create a list of winning favourites – and Mountain Trek Fitness Retreat and Health Spa was one of them. In fact, Mountain Trek made it onto the list of the 15 […]
Staff Picks – Best Workout Music
/in Fitness, Tips & Advice /by vinceIt's no secret that music has a massive effect on our mood. If you're feeling low, an upbeat song can lift you right up. Or if you're feeling stressed, a relaxing tune can help soothe the soul. By coordinating the music you’re listening to with the mood you’d like to be in, you can train your […]
Bedtime Yoga
/in Relaxation, Sleep, Tips & Advice /by vinceFor this instructive video, we enlisted the help of Mountain Trek’s yoga teacher and fitness instructor Katya Hayes to show us some relaxing bedtime yoga techniques.
Men’s Health Features Mountain Trek
/in Press /by adminMen's Health, one of the most popular men's magazines and fitness websites in North America, recently featured Mountain Trek in an article entitled "The 7 Best Vacations For Your Body." The story describes the "science-based program" and then quotes Brandon Mentore, an ACE-certified personal trainer, saying Mountain Trek offers everything you could want in a health […]
Malaysian Lime Coconut Scallops
/in Recipes /by MountainTrekThis recipe is full of Malaysian influence; peppery cilantro, zesty lime all coated around succulent scallops and served with crisp veg. This dish is delicious and healthy.
Mountain Trek Nominated for Travel + Leisure’s 2017 World’s Best Awards
/in Press /by vinceMountain Trek Fitness Retreat and Health Spa is honoured to be nominated for Travel & Leisure's 2017 World's Best Awards under the category: "Destination Spas – International – Canada." If you would like to vote now, you will be entered for a chance to win a $10,000 dream trip, courtesy of Travel + Leisure. Overall the survey […]
Easy Ways to Digital Detox
/in Detox, Tips & Advice /by vince"Digital detox" is a buzz phrase we're hearing more of lately but what exactly is it and why should we do it? After all, isn't technology meant to improve our lives, helping us keep more connected and freeing up time so we can concentrate on other things? It's true technology has vastly improved certain aspects or our day-to-day […]