{"id":113659,"date":"2017-11-27T02:00:56","date_gmt":"2017-11-27T10:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/?p=113659"},"modified":"2017-12-04T13:08:01","modified_gmt":"2017-12-04T21:08:01","slug":"wellness-retreat-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wellness-retreat-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Should Go on a Wellness Retreat"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of your day-to-day life, you should consider a weekend getaway on a wellness retreat. Not only is it the perfect excuse to indulge in some serious \u201cyou time,\u201d your mind, body, and soul will thank you for the much-needed rest and relaxation.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to feeling refreshed and rejuvenated, read on to learn why you should consider going on a wellness retreat. <\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 500px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-version=\"7\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 33.3125% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BYHFfS8FESw\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by M N D F L (@mndflmeditation)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2017-08-22T21:12:21+00:00\">Aug 22, 2017 at 2:12pm PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async defer src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3>Disconnect to reconnect<\/h3>\n<p>With endless iPhone scrolls, Netflix binges, and work days spent glued to the computer, it seems like our whole world is run by technology. But a wellness retreat is a surefire way to disconnect from the cyber world and reconnect with the present and yourself. Whether you partake in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mndflmeditation.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">guided group meditation<\/a>, treat yourself to a relaxing spa service, or busy yourself with workouts, you\u2019ll get the tech-detox you need.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 500px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-version=\"7\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50.0% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BbXEinGnvqK\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Jules Hunt ? Om &amp; The City (@omandthecity)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2017-11-11T15:46:06+00:00\">Nov 11, 2017 at 7:46am PST<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async defer src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3>Connect with and learn from like-minded people<\/h3>\n<p>You\u2019ll be surrounded by individuals who value self-care and living a balanced, healthy life. It&#8217;ll be a safe space for you to ask questions, share experiences, and connect on an emotional level with people from all over the country (perhaps even the world!). You\u2019ll also be guided by industry leaders who&#8217;ll give talks, facilitate discussions, and encourage your growth.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 500px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-version=\"7\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 33.28703703703704% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BbiWY-BlbDg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by DanceBody\u00ae (@dancebody)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2017-11-16T00:53:43+00:00\">Nov 15, 2017 at 4:53pm PST<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async defer src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3>Learn new ways to work out and stay active<\/h3>\n<p>A wellness weekend would be incomplete without its fair share of exercise. This is an amazing opportunity to try something that\u2019s outside of your comfort zone, like a <a href=\"https:\/\/dancebody.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">high-impact dance class<\/a> or an early morning boot camp. You\u2019ll also be in the presence of fitness experts who will be eager to share their practices and perfect your form. Who knows? You just might discover your new go-to workout!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 500px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-version=\"7\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50.0% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BOLD705AbV0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Amelia Island (@visitameliaisland)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2016-12-18T21:01:47+00:00\">Dec 18, 2016 at 1:01pm PST<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async defer src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3>Travel to a place you wouldn\u2019t normally visit<\/h3>\n<p>This is a great opportunity to explore a new part of the country and see it through a unique lens. If you\u2019re itching for warmer weather in the wintertime, consider traveling to Amelia Island, Florida for their <a href=\"http:\/\/ameliaislandwellnessfestival.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Amelia Island Wellness Festival<\/a>. It\u2019s a quick drive from Jacksonville International Airport and is hosted at the breathtaking beachfront by <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ritzcarlton.com\/en\/hotels\/florida\/amelia-island\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ritz Carlton<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 500px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-version=\"7\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 62.47563352826511% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BbVPD1allfL\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Annaliese Godderz (@yogaliese)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2017-11-10T22:39:32+00:00\">Nov 10, 2017 at 2:39pm PST<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async defer src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3>Return with a fresh perspective<\/h3>\n<p>By giving yourself a weekend of uninterrupted \u201cyou time,\u201d you\u2019ll leave the retreat feeling refreshed, centered, and happy to take your new experiences home with you. Your network will have expanded, your body will be stronger, and your mind less cluttered.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>xx, The FabFitFun Team<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":"If you\u2019re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of your day-to-day life, you should ...","author":2350696,"featured_media":113730,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[4,54],"tags":[],"thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/27121114\/wellness.jpg","thumbnail_url_middle_card":"https:\/\/static.fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/27121114\/wellness-386x200.jpg","formated_date":"November 27, 2017","category_name":"Wellness","category_icon":"https:\/\/d3vodd1ws13xud.cloudfront.net\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/10113835\/health-2.svg","author_name":"","trending":false,"sponsored":false,"random_color":"#099999","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/113659"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2350696"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=113659"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/113659\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/113730"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=113659"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=113659"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fabfitfun.com\/magazine\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=113659"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}