Offering a holistic approach to stress management, Zulal Wellness Resort by Chiva-som, the Middle East’s largest and first full-immersion wellness destination, launches a new stress-relieving retreat that draws on the core principles of Traditional Arabic and Islamic Medicine (TAIM).
From within the safe and supportive environment of Zulal Wellness Resort, the Stress Reset and Burnout Recovery Retreat aims to help guests alleviate the signs and symptoms of stress, overwhelm, fatigue, and burnout and find sustainable lifestyle changes that will transform their approach to health.
Available for three, five or seven nights with different inclusions, the retreat has been designed to have positive long-term benefits. Each programme is precision-tailored to the individual needs of each guest, with a unique blend of wellness wisdom combined with modern therapies.
Traditional Arabic and Islamic Medicine
Zulal Wellness Resort’s pioneering use of Traditional Arabic and Islamic Medicine, an ancient health philosophy established in 1025 by medic and philosopher Ibn Sina and interpreted for the 21st century, lends itself exceptionally well to alleviating modern-day afflictions such as stress and burnout.
The integrated approach of Stress Reset and Burnout Recovery Retreat includes a consultation with a Health and Wellness Advisor, daily massages to promote relaxation for the body and mind, yoga and pranayama breathing exercises to balance the parasympathetic nervous system, a facial-enhancement bio-cellulose mask to calm and strengthen skin that has been compromised due to stress, and other holistic treatments such as traditional Arabic stomach massage (Al-Batin) to clear tension and energy, or Watsu hydrotherapy to release mental and emotional strain, let go of stress and promote sleep.
Upon arrival, all guests on this stress relief retreat undergo an initial consultation with their dedicated Health and Wellness Advisor who will holistically address and take a comprehensive approach to recommend suitable therapies and treatments according to the guest’s stress level.
Proactive approach towards stress and burnout
Mental movement and rest play a big factor in the physical manifestation of emotional imbalances, and TAIM-inspired treatments such as Massage Al Batin and Al Ras assist in releasing energetic blockages and pent-up muscle tension that assist in the reduction of stress.
Longer stays include a Gyrotonic gym session under the guidance of a physiotherapist to help with the symptoms and effects of office syndrome – promoting postural alignment which is beneficial for those sitting at desks and computers all day; acupuncture to boost energy flow; and a nourishing wrap to pamper and revive the body.
All programmes are underpinned by the resort’s signature wellness cuisine, where mouthwatering meals are prepared using the freshest of organic and therapeutic ingredients.
The skilful culinary team employs techniques that ensure dishes are low in salt, sugar and unhealthy seasonings while delivering flavour and deeply nourishing the body to support the guest’s wellness journey.
Herbal supplements may also be recommended in consultation with a TAIM specialist, as stress tends to wreak havoc with digestion, which can exacerbate anxiety, affect sleep quality and worsen the sense of burnout.
TAIM is a holistic healing system recorded in The Canon of Medicine, a medical encyclopaedia written in 1025 by physician-philosopher Ibn Sina, whose writings influenced schools of medicine for centuries and included the use of medicinal herbs and therapies such as hijama cupping. The revival of this knowledge, reinterpreted for the 21st century by Zulal Wellness Resort, is a pioneering approach to reclaiming cultural heritage and redefining wellness.
According to Zulal Wellness Resort General Manager Heinrich Morio, the pressure that people experience in their day-to-day lives can be so overwhelming that it is no surprise that stress and burnout are on the rise.
Morio said they know that the long-term effect of stress can lead to chronic illnesses and have created the retreat to support guests who chose to take a proactive approach towards stress and burnout to restore their emotional health and well-being.
He said that each of the treatments and therapies is carefully selected for inclusion in the retreat, and the goal is to provide guests with the tools they need to improve their overall well-being to live a longer, richer, healthier life full of potential.
Stress Reset and Burnout Recovery Retreat
As with all retreats at Zulal Wellness Resort, guests pursuing the Stress Reset and Burnout Recovery Retreat undergo an individual consultation with a Health and Wellness Advisor on arrival. They will enjoy three wellness cuisine meals per night of stay, receive a personalised programme of treatments and activities, enjoy the daily group classes and evening ritual, and have full access to the extensive health and wellness facilities – including separate male and female hydrothermal areas, sauna, steam room, arctic cave, outdoor and indoor pools, gymnasiums and group fitness classes.
The Stress Reset and Burnout Recovery retreat includes:
- Accommodation
- Health and wellness consultation to asses goals and needs
- Full retreat programme of treatments and therapies
- A fitness and physiotherapy assessment
- Three wellness meals per night of stay, beginning with dinner on the day of arrival
- A selection of fitness, physio, holistic and spa treatments depending on length of stay
- Access to the wellness centre facilities including hydrothermal area, Himalayan salt therapy, snow cave, sauna, steam room, experience showers, and outdoor pool
- Access to the gymnasium, daily group exercise and relaxation classes
- In-room herbal teas, amenities and wellness minibar
- Laundry for three pieces of fitness attire per night of stay
The Stress Reset and Burnout Recovery Retreat is available in three-, five- and seven-night stays, with rate per night starting at QAR4,300 per person.
For more information or bookings, visit zulal.com. For enquiries, you can send an email to [email protected] or call 4477 6500.
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