Whether you’re hitting the slopes in February or hiking in July, there’s something uniquely restorative about a long weekend in the Rockies. The combination of fresh mountain air, stunning views, and tranquil nature can be the perfect environment for your body to reset from stress.
Yet, while relaxation may be the goal, many people end up leaving the mountains more exhausted than when they arrived. While this can be the sign of a great trip, it doesn’t always bode well for the following week.
Instead, consider setting some time aside for a spa treatment during your mountain respite. A massage, body treatment, or facial could be just what you need to feel refreshed before returning to your everyday life at a lower elevation.
Give Your Muscles Some Love
Many people who visit Steamboat Springs want to take advantage of the sports and activities the mountains offer. Winter brings skiers, snowboarders, and snowshoers while summer entices hikers, bikers, and climbers to our pristine outdoor areas.
Yet, after a few days of pushing your muscles, you may notice that your body feels especially stiff and sore. Even if you’re normally active, exerting yourself at nearly 7,000 feet elevation challenges your body in ways you don’t experience at lower altitudes.
This is due to the lower amount of oxygen in the air. To compensate for the lack of oxygen, your body increases your breathing and heart rate. This combination leads to faster muscle fatigue, which can result in your legs feeling heavy and your arms feeling particularly sore.
Rather than pushing through the pain (and potentially injuring yourself), you can schedule a restorative massage during your trip. Massage therapy will loosen your tight muscles and provide instant relief for those stubborn knots.
There are many types of massage to choose from. You can go with the classic Swedish style, which uses light-to-medium pressure and gentle kneading to relieve tension. If you’re looking for a technique to address well-established tight spots, a deep tissue massage could be just what you’re looking for. The slow, targeted strokes will release chronic tightness—leaving you lighter and looser when you leave.
Sometimes you want a little bit of everything. Our Euphoria Signature Massage offers a combination of Swedish and deep tissue elements that are personalized to what your body needs. These techniques are complemented by aromatherapy that provides a transcendent relaxation experience.
After one of these therapeutic sessions, you’ll be ready to continue on to your next activity or feel rejuvenated for your trip back home.
Add to Your Relaxation Getaway
Not everyone comes to the mountains to jump into activities. Some are wanting a peaceful escape from their fast-paced lives.
After a quiet stroll along the river or a morning of reading by the fire, luxurious body treatments can be a marvelous addition to a relaxation-focused trip. At Euphoria Day Spa, our fully-body treatments offer massage and skin treatment wrapped into one soothing experience. Each massage integrates custom blends of oils, scrubs, and body mousses to heal and soothe your skin as you recharge. We can personalize your experience to fit your skin’s needs, whether you’re looking for a nourishing, hydrating option or a firming gel.
After your treatment, you can add to your spa day with a session in our infrared sauna or a specially curated facial. Our nourishing facial treatments are often the perfect antidote to the dry, harsh mountain air.
Schedule Your Spa Treatment Today
There’s no better feeling than being completely, utterly relaxed while looking out at a picturesque mountain landscape. At Euphoria Day Spa, we’ll make sure your mountain getaway is one you’ll remember fondly for a very long time. Book a treatment with us during your next trip to Steamboat Springs.