Into the third week of January and on to the third blog post of the year. This one's going to help those people whose resolutions may be slowly diminishing into distant memories.
If you've found that your resolution to get healthy by eating right and exercising is a little more challenging to keep up with than you thought, I've got the solution to pick you up and put you back on the wagon. It all starts with a little relaxation to help you mentally and physically rejuvenate that tired, and possibly achy body and spirit. It all starts with a trip to the Louisville Salt Cave.
A salt cave in Louisville? Sounds a little different, but given the health benefits of Pink Himalayan sea salt and being the hippie I am, I had to give it a shot.
At first glance, Louisville Salt Cave appears to be a normal store front on Hurstborne Lane in the East End of the city. Upon walking in the first time, I was greeted by one of the owners - one of two best friends who went into this business venture after experiencing the benefits of a salt cave in Asheville, NC. She had tons of valuable information to share with me while I browsed around the items for purchase including sea salt massage spheres, earrings, cooking stones, essential oil diffusers, and of course, lamps of all sizes.
The cave is made of 5 tons of 250 million year old Pink Himalayan sea salt. This salt has proven healing effects, such as respiratory health benefits, relief of joint pain, and an actual increase in serotonin (literally, the hormone that makes you happy) just by being surrounded by it! Convinced yet?
While inside the 45 minute relaxation in the cave, the halo generator releases tiny, microscopic particles of salt which you're constantly inhaling and which is landing on your skin. And the salt is antimicrobial and antibacterial, which makes the experience the opposite of sitting on a plane with those notorious coughers and sneezers. **Chills**
And the best part? There is absolutely nothing to do in the cave but kick back in a lounge chair, get cozy with your Mexican yoga blanket, close your eyes, and relax - all while surrounded by this glorious, healing, beautiful sea salt. Now when's the last time you can say you did that?
The fee for a 45 minutes salt cave session is $35, or you can buy 4 for $100, which is a $40 savings. Trust a girl who's been 5 times already - you're going to want to come back. Not to mention, the value of visits on your account can be used toward pricier events, like the Yoga Nidra. They even offer a lunch hour session, which is a bit shorter and only $25!
So if you're feeling a bit blue about that resolution, fear not! One trip to the Louisville Salt Cave will get you back into gear and on your way to a super healthy 2016!
For more information on the Louisville Salt Cave and how it works, or to schedule your appointment, visit www.louisvillesaltcave.com.
Ask yourself: What are you waiting for?
Namaste, yogis.