Spas Help You Get Heart Healthy In February

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Feb 01, 2010, 02:35 ET

LEXINGTON, Ky., Feb. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- February isn't all about flowers and chocolates, it's actually more about hearts than you might think. This month is American Heart Month and February 5 is Wear Red Day, a special day to raise awareness about heart disease, the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S. According to the Center for Disease Control, about every 25 seconds, an American will have a coronary event, and about every minute someone will die from one. The best weapons you have against heart disease are a healthy diet and lifestyle, and that's where the spa comes in.

"Spas are the perfect place to learn heart healthy lifestyle techniques from relaxation methods to cooking tips," said ISPA President Lynne McNees. "The No. 1 reason people visit the spa is to reduce/relieve stress. What's more important than investing in your health? Wouldn't you rather relax and revitalize at a spa, then spend time in a doctor's office being treated for stress-related illnesses like heart disease down the road?"

ISPA members are recognizing American Heart Month:

Cal-a-Vie Health Spa, Vista, CA – Heart Health Week programs include nutrition talks from Linda Illingworth, Registered Dietitian, and a presentation from Dr. Mark Drucker, Medical Director of the Center for Advanced Medicine in San Diego.
Lake Austin Spa Resort, Austin, TX – From the Heart of Texas series features Nutrition for Heart Health with Dietitian: Terry Shaw on Feb. 9. Strong Hearts with Dr. Scott Gaertner and Wendy Gaertner, Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Professional will teach you how to find your heart rate zones, ways to maintain a healthy heart and workouts to strengthen your heart on February 10.
Red Mountain Resort and Spa, Ivins, UT - Seeing Red: Getting Emotionally Fit with Andrea Hanson allows you to break free of debilitating emotions with a certified energy health practitioner and Kundalini yoga therapist. At $339 from February 10-14.
Trump International Hotel, Las Vegas - The Healing Hearts Go Red package is available with a donation of $25 to Go Red For Women. It includes a 40-minute each pedicure, massage and facial, plus a 25-minute scalp massage. All for $199, February 1-28.