The old adage Mens sana in corpore sano [a sound mind in a sound body] goes beyond mere words at Chiva-Som Hua Hin, as its onsite wellness team makes it a point to offer each guest an experience that incorporates the best ways to improve the body whilst relaxing from the tensions of everyday living.
Indeed, the beauty of being able to offer the best in terms of holistic care means that guests are spoilt for choice with the number of activities that range from workouts meant to boost physical performance to massages and treatments that seek to soothe aching muscles and frazzled psyches.
Also, thanks to discussions between wellness advisors and guests, these activities are properly integrated into everyone’s schedule: not as a regimented chore, but an exciting way to discover oneself whilst staying at Chiva-Som Hua Hin.
Knowing exactly what you need
We mentioned in the first article in our Chiva-Som Hua Hin series that a stay at the wellness destination begins with a one-on-one consultation with a member of the resort’s advisory team.
What happens next is the creation of a workout, treatment, and dietary plan that perfectly suits each guest’s specific needs.
In addition, the resort offers 16 curated stay options that enable guests to enjoy themselves while getting the exact type of relaxing care or performance-boosting action that they need.
These plans are offered for stays as short as three nights to as long as a full two weeks onsite.
Guests are guided through activities by experts in physical fitness as well as general wellness, ensuring that they do not overly exert themselves and are able to balance both active time and relaxation.
As Travel Daily Media’s Gary Marshall puts it: “Everything is done with the guidance of experts here. Some people do have a tendency to push themselves, and they do themselves more harm than good with that. The experts at Chiva-Som ensure everyone stays on an even keel so they get the full benefits of the experience and come away from their stay refreshed and revitalised.”
Here’s to your health
Regardless of whether you’re just beginning your fitness journey or you’re a hardened athlete getting ready for yet another gruelling competition, Chiva-Som Hua Hin’s in-house fitness team can guide you towards your goals with structured workouts that are meant to bring out the best in you.
Even at their most basic, the fitness programmes at the resort are geared towards improving movement in different musculoskeletal groups, as well as breathing, stamina, and cardiac function.
While some may opt for the gentle discipline of yoga or the more regimented approach of Pilates, others may choose to go in for extensive one-on-one time with a personal trainer, improve their strength through resistance-based aquatic exercise, or really get the adrenaline running with Chiva-Som Hua Hin’s renowned adventure training which involves up to 110 minutes of active biking through the surrounding environment.
In some cases, physical therapy may also be mandated, especially for those recovering from accidents or major surgery, as well as athletes needing to reset themselves after competing.
For all these options, Chiva-Som Hua Hin offers ample facilities with the appropriate equipment.
Gary points out: “The experts know exactly which of your muscle groups to target when it comes to working out here. But, at the same time, if you’re recovering from anything from minor injuries to grave illnesses, the staff will make sure that you know your limits. It isn’t a ‘no pain, no gain’ situation here, but more of ‘let’s see how far you can go, and we’ll make adjustments from there.’ That’s a major thing.”
Working towards wellness
Some guests come in with a need to relax after days of hard work or have come for an escape from stressful moments in their lives.
In many cases, the psycho-emotional stress takes a toll on one’s body as opposed to just the mind, leading to issues ranging from blinding migraines to digestive discomfort.
For these, Chiva-Som’s blend of massage, naturotherapy, as well as both traditional Thai and western relief methods come into play.
Gary says: “During my visit, there were a few stress-related issues that needed to be dealt with, so an acupuncture session was recommended for me. What I found surprising was that it didn’t feel like any acupuncture I’ve had previously: the insertion of needles didn’t sting and having them on my body didn’t feel uncomfortable! What followed was relief.”
But there’s more than just acupuncture here: one can get cranial relief treatments for chronic migraines and scalp tension; even a complete detoxification process which is necessary, especially for those living and working in highly urbanised areas.
Ageing is also taken into serious consideration, and there are modalities that help people hop onto the threshold of their golden years in a better state of health and wellness.
Meanwhile, those with issues regarding immunity and digestion are taken through a series of traditional modalities that are meant to boost the body’s defenses whilst relieving the tension that has caused their gut to seize up; these, in turn, are balanced by nutritive solutions.
Chiva-Som also offers guests a wide range of spa therapies that can help improve one’s complexion, allow for improved lymphatic drainage, and align mind and body.
For more information regarding the services, amenities, and accommodations at Chiva-Som Hua Hin, be sure to visit their official website.
