More and more men head to destination spas for a vacation because they want to unwind but keep active at the same time. These health resorts are opportunities to recharge body, mind and spirit at ones own pace.

There are tons of activities for men to get fit or to stay in condition by having fun. Some guests choose fitness classes, everything from boxercise to cardio-circuit. Others decide to work out independently, using free weights or machines. Squash, racquetball, tennis and basketball courts stand ready for action. Players say, for example, that whatever excitement the work world brings, nothing compares to the thrill of hitting a long jumper to win a pick-up basketball game.

Outdoors calls to those who want to bike, jog, swim, golf or cross-country ski. Trails offer serene leisurely visits into nature or challenging hikes. Paths also remain open for spiritual exploration. Destination spas provide a safe place for connecting with the inner self though classes, such as yoga or chi gong. Pupils learn how to balance hectic lives by leaving stress, pain and emotional blockages behind.

Gourmet meals that are nutritious and satisfying fuel daily activities. Chefs prepare creations that focus on flavor but minimize fat, sugar and salt. Fare may be steak, shrimp or barbecued chicken, topped off by a piece of cheesecake or chocolate souffl?.

Massage menus likewise delight. Choices range from sports and Shiatsu to Swedish and mud treatments. Some guests head to the steam room, sauna or whirlpool to settle back and relax after an action-packed day.

With any stay, special men’s programs complement co-ed offerings. Workshops and lectures supply tools that help guests to continue the healthy living experience for a lifetime. Men at health resorts have many options. But all agree: whatever provides motivation to action means that daily commutes, unreasonable deadlines and those too-many-meetings are soon forgotten.