Best Ways to Refresh with Lake Tahoe Wellness
By: Ryn Muat
With all the options for high-energy adventures in the Tahoe basin, you may want to schedule some time to rest & restore. As much as we love to play hard, we also know how to slow down and soak in the beauty. Here are a few Lake Tahoe wellness recommendations for the best ways to catch your breath and drop into a slower pace.
Infuse your time in Tahoe with wellness at these unique locations:
Take a Japanese Forest Bath
One of the most unique wellness experiences in the south shore region can be found at Tahoe Forest Baths. Tahoe Forest Baths specializes in Japanese cedar baths and is one of only two locations offering this treatment in the United States. Originally popularized at the Olympics in 1972, hosted in Sapporo, Japan, cedar enzyme baths are stress-relieving and serotonin-boosting, according to clinical studies at Kanazawa Medical University.
Sip Some Tea with a Book in a Nook
Cuppa Tahoe offers unparalleled charm if you’re a fan of reading books in nooks. This coffee shop is cram-jam full of books and souvenirs, including all kinds of unique children’s books and activities.
Gather Botanical Café is a cozy, plant-forward café in South Lake Tahoe serving organic coffee, handcrafted teas, fresh juices, smoothies, and nourishing breakfast and lunch options. With an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients, wellness, and community, Gather offers a welcoming space to slow down, connect, and enjoy wholesome food inspired by the natural beauty of Lake Tahoe.
If you appreciate small-town vibes, West Side & Chai Cafe is a community hub that features healthy smoothies & bowls. I highly recommend The Chronic Bowl, topped with housemade hemp granola, or the Cacao Bliss smoothie. West Side Cafe is also locally famous for their house-made chai. For a rustic, hygge aesthetic, visit Clyde’s Coffee, another lovely spot to spend a cozy afternoon.
Nourish Your Temple
The south shore of Lake Tahoe has a wide range of options in terms of fitness, yoga, and niche wellness offerings. Many resorts will have yoga classes and/or activities like how to make the perfect mocktail.
Located in the middle of town, OMNI Tahoe has yoga, barre, and pole dancing classes, plus events like full moon sound baths and Ecstatic Dance (a sober dance party!). It is the only infrared-heated studio on the south shore, so you’ll also benefit from the infrared exposure. Revive Well is housed inside of OMNI, so if you’re feeling like your immune system could use a boost, you can schedule a B-12 shot or IV drip before or after your class to offset the impacts of jet lag on your immune system. You can also schedule in advance and have a nurse visit your hotel or VHR.
Yoga
Lake Tahoe Yoga & Bliss Experiences brings wellness and relaxation into the natural beauty of Lake Tahoe. Whether you’re looking to slow down, reconnect or add a mindful moment to your Tahoe getaway, these experiences offer a refreshing way to enjoy the destination.
Be sure to check out Accessible Yoga Tahoe. Accessible Yoga is Yoga for ALL bodies, abilities, disabilities and possibilities! Yogis may practice from the mat or chair. All humans are welcome. No equipment required.
Pilates Experience
Lagree Pilates Lake Tahoe offers a high-intensity, low-impact workout designed to build strength, endurance and stability. It’s a great option for visitors looking to stay active during their Tahoe getaway with a challenging, full-body fitness experience.
Pelodog Pilates & Undoor Cycling. PeloDog is a boutique Pilates, Indoor Cycling, and group fitness studio with a high-end, yet laid-back vibe.
For a perfect spa day, look no further than The Spa at Edgewood. With a jacuzzi and a treatment menu that includes tantalizing offerings such as the Skin Transformation Ritual and a Crystal Wellness Massage, there is a little something for everyone.
To bring some Tahoe-made wellness back home with you, visit Elevate Wellness or Woods Apothecary. Both businesses have in-house herbalists who craft custom tea blends, tinctures and supplements for almost any need. They have products including sleep aids, topical salves for achy muscles, anxiety support, and much more.
Whether you’re visiting for the weekend or a longer stay, be sure to dedicate a bit of time slowing down that way you can return home feeling inspired and refreshed.
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