It’s been a long day shredding powder on Park City’s world-famous ski slopes, and you’re exhausted from just one too many runs. You take off your skis and waddle gracefully back into your hotel, trying not to wince from sore hamstrings and triceps. You’re too exhausted to think of anything but relaxing—and you’re in luck. In addition to its renowned indie film screenings and star-studded parties, Park City is the perfect place for a winter recharge full of high-end spa treatments, massages, yoga, and healthy eating. Next time you need a vacation from your vacation, consider any of the following options to help you return home feeling rejuvenated.

Massage and Spa
Park City is home to dozens of spas and massage companies, and there is something for everyone. If you can’t handle any more time in a cramped hotel room, the luxury spa at the Stein Eriksen Lodge is a legendary splurge and is one of only 30 spas in the world to receive a Forbes Five-Star rating. If you’re looking for something slightly less expensive, try a deep tissue or Native American hot stone massage at Aura Spa and Boutique, an eco-friendly spa located on historic Main Street. Or if you would rather have your massage come to you, there are reputable home massage businesses, like Now and Zen Massage, that can send a massage therapist straight to your door.

Yoga
Yoga has long been touted for its restorative benefits, and Park City yogis can hold their own with the best practitioners. The Yoga Kula Project, located at the Westgate Resort & Spa at the Canyons Ski Resort, offers a variety of highly-recommended yoga classes. Classes include everything from beginner-level flows to Bikram-style hot yoga, which is taught in a room heated to 90–110° F. According to proponents of hot yoga, this increases flexibility and allows the body to sweat out as many toxins as possible. Park City Yoga Adventures, a separate company, offers yoga expeditions for the more adventurous vacationer—you can practice your poses on paddleboards in the 10,000-year-old Homestead Crater or snowshoe through the wilderness to a yoga yurt.

Healthy Eating
No winter recharge would be complete without delicious and nutritious food to fuel the difficult work of relaxation. At Booster Juice (located on Bonanza Drive), you can get your fit on with a veggie juice or wheatgrass shot. Or whet your sweet tooth with a delectable fruit smoothie and vegan pastry. If you feel that your nutrition and fitness regimens need a bigger boost, the Westgate Resort hosts an all-inclusive fitness retreat. The retreat includes nutrition education and award-winning weight loss camps for those who want to stick around for more than a few days.

Whatever your reasons for visiting Park City, taking time to recharge while there is a worthwhile investment. Make time for a massage, a little yoga, some scrumptious healthy snacks, and you just might return home a happier, healthier version of yourself.

—Amanda Seeley