5️⃣ Healthy plans to do on the Costa Brava

1️⃣ A FOREST BATH


The Sèlvans Association promotes the Healthy Forests and Therapeutic Itineraries project, with the creation of a network of seven mature and unique forests that offer "Forest Baths" to visitors who seek well-being and connect with nature.

A forest bath 🌳 is an immersion in a forest of high natural value, it is done with a guide and a series of proposals for the person to connect with nature with all the senses. Relaxation, contemplation and full attention combine to discover the sounds of the forest, the life present in every corner, the light that filters through the leaves of the trees, the pleasant touch of the stones.. .

You can e💆🏻‍♀️choose to enjoy it with family or alone.

The therapeutic itineraries take place in the forests that have been protected through agreements with the forest owners. You will find more information here.



2️⃣ HOLISTIC MASSAGE


Massage is both an art and a science. For thousands of years, techniques have been developed to find a balance and reach relaxation. In Eastern countries, the hands are the basic tool for working with energy.

A massage💆🏻‍♀️ has the immediate power to not only produce effects on the circulation or muscles but also relax, reducing daily tensions and stress. The power of the energy transmitted through the hands is undeniable. When we hurt ourselves instinctively the first thing we do is put our hands on it. Did you notice?

If you want to encourage yourself to try the feeling you get when you are pampered and reborn... a whole holistic experience. Try it.


3️⃣ SUP YOGA


SUPYOGA is the acronym used to talk about Stand Up Paddle Yoga®, and it means the union of these two disciplines: Stand Up Paddle (also known as paddle surfing) + Yoga.

Doing a yoga session 🤸🏻‍♀️ on SUP boards, in the sea, improves breathing and the immune system, balances the nervous system, increases strength, flexibility, coordination, stability and endurance, and above all strengthens the heart

It combines physical and relaxation benefits, improves self-confidence and helps reduce stress. If you want to try it you can do it here.


4️⃣ CRUISE ON FOOT TO THE COSTA BRAVA


Walking is an easy, low-impact exercise that fits into a person's schedule. Studies show that when people walk 🚶🏻‍♀️, the body relaxes and sends calm signals to the mind, which will help reduce tension. This type of exercise also raises the level of hormones called "positive" such as endorphins; which reduce cortisol and adrenaline, precursors of stress.

You can combine this activity on the Camí de Ronda with swimming in its coves and even more recommended if you do it at sunrise, when the sea is calmer.

Do you know something? 🤫 It's one of my favorite habits 😉 and if you do it first thing in the morning, you'll charge energy for the whole day.💙. Here you can find the different routes.


5️⃣ WINE THERAPY


As DO Empordà says, "The character of a wind is the spirit of the people". Tramuntana brings a different character to its people and its lands. It is possible to combine the discovery of the products of the vineyard with the possibilities of relaxation.

We recommend you do some therapy with 🍇🍷, which relaxes muscle tension and at the same time, leaves a pleasant feeling of well-being.

Relax with the treatments and let the properties of the grape take care of your skin and look after your beauty.

On the DO Empordà website you can consult the wineries and wine tourism proposals.