Wellness for cross-country skiers

Cross-country skiing is an intense individual sport that challenges both body and mind. The will to perform athletically originates in the brain, and perseverance is also largely a mental game. Targeted activity and relaxation are as fundamental as day and night.

Cross-country skiers in the best hands
The BIO Hotel Leutascherhof has specialised in cross-country skiers for many years. In the 2019 World Championship winter, the Leutascherhof was even selected as the team hotel for the Norwegian national team. Wellness specialist Christa knows exactly what is important when it comes to treatments for cross-country skiers: ‘Deep relaxation and complete regeneration are essential. Only those who are mentally and physically rested can quickly resume training and focus on their goals.’ In addition to classic sports massages and sauna treatments, Christa therefore focuses on holistic treatments that quickly restore performance.

Stone oil pack for optimal mobility
Tyrolean stone oil is a legacy of prehistoric times, when the rock that now forms the Alps was still hidden under an ocean. Stone oil has been extracted from the kerogen-rich rock, which has towered high above the landscape since the disappearance of the primeval seas, in the Seefeld area since the Middle Ages. It is an oil with a strong smell due to its sulphur content – and it is this sulphur that relieves pain in the musculoskeletal system. After strenuous hours on the cross-country ski trails, rock oil is effective against sore muscles and other complaints after heavy exertion. In addition, a rock oil pack combats rheumatic symptoms and also nourishes the skin. ‘Plankton, algae and bacteria from prehistoric times are now the basis for natural treatments that help the body to regenerate quickly,’ says Christa.

Singing bowl therapy for calm and detoxification
The sound of therapy bowls and gongs has multiple effects on the mind and body. The soothing, harmonious sounds relax both halves of the brain and bring calm to the mind. Thoughts can be let go, worries and fears dissolve. In addition, the vibrations affect every cell in the body. This actively promotes detoxification, stimulates energy flow, releases blockages and tension, and thus ensures harmonisation from head to toe. ‘The deeply relaxing effects of singing bowl therapy can be felt long after the treatment and promote lasting regeneration,’ says Christa, who has been observing the positive effects with interest for years.

Unity as a prerequisite for focus
The balance between training and rest, activity and relaxation, sport and regeneration is the cornerstone of success in sport. Regeneration comes from getting enough sleep, eating a healthy diet and the desire to train regularly. This allows the muscles to build up optimally and creates a positive attitude towards life. Christa's advice: "It's important to listen to your body. If it cries out for rest, training makes little sense. It is important to find balance in order to train the body and mind optimally. Only when all restlessness subsides do concentration and focus become possible. At the Leutascherhof, we contribute to the necessary regeneration with targeted wellness treatments!"

Insider tip: individual wellness programme
The BIO Hotel Leutascherhof offers a wide range of relaxation and wellness treatments. Take your time to browse through the current wellness folder and let Christa advise you on the treatments best suited to your needs. "Every person has different issues and responds to different wellness treatments. I naturally take this into account when selecting therapies for cross-country skiers in order to achieve the best possible results," says Christa, explaining her approach to creating personal wellness programmes.

Take a look at the Leutascherhof wellness folder!

Is cross-country skiing and wellness exactly the mix you're looking for? Then send your non-binding holiday enquiry now!