6 Hidden Gems in Jacksonville, FL for Relaxation, Health and Massage - Craft Your Ultimate Wellness Day

When you work hard all week long, it becomes necessary to take some time off and focus on your health and wellness. If you want to keep working and be productive, then you can't let yourself burn out. A day of health and wellness can help keep you on track, in terms of your professional and personal goals. And, to top it all off, it can be fun!

So the next time you have a day to yourself, you can think about checking out the following hidden gems for relaxation in Jacksonville, FL. A walk in the park, a yoga session, a sauna or cold plunge and a massage can give you a feeling of intense well-being. Even if you only have a few hours at your disposal, a change of pace can take your mind off things and restore your energy and vitality.


Walk at the Jacksonville Arboretum and Botanical Gardens

Located in the middle of the city, the Jacksonville Arboretum is a green oasis with 13 different ecosystems. There are a number of trails in the arboretum, such as the Lake Loop Trail which is just a quarter mile long and encircles a lake. In addition, there are three miles of rustic hiking trails which will enable you to enjoy the freshwater marshes, hardwood forests and pine flatwoods in the arboretum.

As you walk in the arboretum, try to consciously take in your surroundings. Fill your lungs with fresh air. Listen to the sounds of the birds and animals around you. Overall, try to be mindful. This will enable you to make the most of this beautiful habitat on your day of health and wellness.


Yoga Class at Yoga Den

Yoga Den has a number of branches all over Jacksonville, so you can pick one which is close to you. Additionally, it has a number of different classes for people at different levels. Their Mind Body class is suitable for people at all levels while their Sun Power and Sun Power Flow classes are more athletic and detoxifying. The restorative class (perfect for your day of wellness) focuses on mental and physical relaxation.

Yoga is an ancient practice which has been helping people focus and become their best selves for generations. And doing yoga in a group, with an instructor to guide you through the steps, can help you to de-stress—something that everyone needs in our modern world.


Healthy Food Options

If you're looking for healthy and tasty food options to fuel your body after all that yoga/walking, try McFlamingo which has something for everyone. From Chicken and Broccoli to a Lentil Burger, McFlamingo serves up food that is delicious, hearty and indulgent. Another great option is The Local where you'll find interesting twists on well-known dishes. From the Hot Honey Chicken to the Veggie Melt, The Local always serves up food with character.

Eating healthy should be part of your everyday routine, but we all know how difficult it is to do this when unhealthy food options are constantly staring you in the face. On your day of wellness, take some time to explore healthy food options which you can later make a part of your diet.


Float Your Worries Away

Sometimes, you just want to get away from it all, and you can literally do this by floating at Be Still Float Studio. Float therapy is also known as sensory deprivation therapy. In this type of therapy, you just float in an open float tank or a custom float cabin. You can float in a bathing suit or in the nude. You can choose to float with your partner or on your own. And you also get to decide whether to leave the lights on or off.

With nothing to do but float on the water, you'll also find your mind floating peacefully and uninterruptedly. Sometimes, this type of floating is merely relaxing, and, at other times, it can lead into having brilliant ideas that you can later put into action!


Sauna/Cold Plunge at Degree Wellness

Exposing your body to extremes of heat and cold can have a beneficial effect. If you're up for it, try out the infrared sauna at Degree Wellness where you will be exposed to three wavelengths—near infrared which works at the skin level, mid infrared which probes deeper and reduces inflammation, and far infrared which detoxifies your body. Not only does a sauna feel relaxing and peaceful, but it also helps rejuvenate your body so that you can go back to your normal life with energy and enthusiasm.

If you're up for it, you can also try a cold plunge at Degree Wellness where your body will be plunged into icy cold water for three minutes. It might feel uncomfortable, but a cold-plunged is a science-backed method to reduce pain and inflammation, increase immunity, improve performance and even feel better the rest of the day, due to the release of endorphins.

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Massage Therapy at The Wellness Hub

To top off your day of health and wellness, search for "massage near me" and treat yourself to a massage at The Wellness Hub. You can opt for the classic massage, the advanced massage or the specialty massage. For full-body relaxation, try the classic massage in Jacksonville, Florida. If you want deep healing and relaxation, the advanced massage might be right for you. Fertility and lymphatic drainage massages fall under the specialty category.

Virtually anyone can benefit from a massage of some sort. Not only is massage therapy incredibly relaxing and rejuvenating, but it can also help with pain relief and stress reduction. Here are some of the benefits of massage:

• Blood Circulation: Massage helps to improve blood circulation which can help you feel more energetic and improve athletic performance.

• Muscle Tension: If you're feeling tense in certain areas of your body, a massage can help you to relieve that tension, improve flexibility and reduce pain.

• Sleep: If you've been suffering from insomnia, a massage can help you to get into a better sleeping pattern.

• Stress: Everyone needs to de-stress, and a massage is the perfect way to do so. Search for "massage near me" and sign up for massage of your choice.

• Anxiety: If you've been feeling particularly anxious, a massage can help you to calm down and figure out a better way of dealing with the source of that anxiety.

• Relaxation: If you aren't having any physical or mental health issues, but you simply want to relax more, then massage therapy is right for you.

Overall, it makes sense to treat yourself to a day of wellness and to work a massage in Jacksonville, Florida into that day. Once you've treated yourself to a day of wellness, you'll feel so relieved and rejuvenated that you'll want to do this every single week! Click here to book your massage at The Wellness Hub now.



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