Global Wellness Day Roundup

June 10 was the sixth annual celebration of this event which brings communities together to take part in enjoyable and healthy activities.

Global Wellness Day was celebrated around the world in over one hundred countries on Saturday, June 10, marking the sixth annual celebration since its launch in 2012. This year’s mantra of “One Day Can Change Your Whole Life,” has brought communities and families together to take part in enjoyable and healthy activities.

Mexico was no exception with celebrations taking part across the country in Mexico City, San Miguel de Allende, Puerto Vallarta, Punta Mita, Los Cabos, and here in Playa del Carmen. Hotel brands such as Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, Four Seasons, Rosewood Hotels, St. Regis Hotels, Excellence Resorts, Finest Resorts, Beloved Resorts, Sirenis Resorts and the Auberge Collection all joined the festivities by offering wellness activities for their guests.

Here in Playa del Carmen, a full day of activities took place from morning Boot Camp, TRX and Spinning at The Gym, Vinyasa Yoga with Yoga District and Hatha Flow Yoga with Yoga by the Sea. Lunchtime activities included hair braiding demonstrations with Alonya Makrova and Aroma Touch hand massages with Catherine Winkle at Chou Chou Café. The afternoon activity was Divine Dance with Sarah Chamberlain, which was held at Palapa Suuk. The evening wrapped up with Amanda Steadman’s workshop “3 Easy Steps to Authentic Success” hosted by Bric Hotel. I would like to say thanks to all who provided services, space and took part!

Whether you enjoyed the day’s activities or not, it’s never too late to “Say Yes to Wellness” by incorporating some of these healthy practices into your daily routine:

1. Walk for an hour.
2. Drink more water.
3. Don’t use plastic bottles.
4. Eat healthy food.
5. Do a good deed.
6. Have a dinner with your loved ones.
7. Sleep at 10:00 pm.

This year’s celebrations also focused on encouraging kindness, gratitude, mindfulness and happiness, in addition to recommending a technology detox by setting aside at least two hours free of electronics.

Sara Jones

Spa, Wellness & Lifestyle Expert, Spa Consultant and Founder of Spa & Wellness MexiCaribe magazine

www.spawellnessmexico.com