GoodBeginnings:KeepingYourHealth&WellnessResolutionsfor2025inOldMontreal
So what’s the secret to holding tight to those oft-abandoned New Year’s resolutions? Combining your health goals with a good measure of pleasure, of course! Healthy, appetizing food, physical activities that get you motivated, and taking the time for some well-deserved self care; these are the 3 pillars to focus on to get yourself back in shape after all that delicious holiday cheer. Need some ideas to jump-start your New Year’s motivation? Here’s our wellness-packed list of suggestions from health-centric restaurants to exercise centers to delightful havens of peace and pampering, all yours to discover in Old Montreal.
Healthy eating, indulgence included
Venice
From poke bowls to Mexican fare, all the way to their Venice salad with feta cheese, there’s no lack of choices here to bring joy to your taste buds while making sure you treat your body right. As perfect for a lunch break as for a weekend brunch, Venice has your wellness in mind and on the menu. (Be sure to try that avocado toast!)
Cookie Stéphanie
As the name suggests, Stéphanie indeed makes (gluten-free) cookies, but that’s not all! Vegan dishes, big salads and hearty soups are also on the delectable roster here. For breakfast before heading over to the office, or for a lunch break to recharge those workday batteries, Cookie Stéphanie is an all-around great option. Did we mention everything is made in-house?
Spirulina
Fancy a fabulous smoothie packed with fresh fruit and plenty of protein? Spirulina has what you’re looking for, not to mention a selection of fresh salads and scrumptious “toasts” to choose from. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free; rest assured, they’ve thought of everyone here.
Time to exercise, just the way you want
Oxygen Yoga & Fitness
Now this is the place to work up a sweat! Fitness, boxing, yoga… all activities are held in rooms heated through the use of infrared technology. Each class features deep breathing and relaxation techniques, and as for all you heat lovers out there: Oxygen has the degrees you need!
Milan Pole Dance
To get back in shape the music-meets-flexibility way, head on over to Milan Pole Dance. From a variety of dance classes to aerial yoga and pole dancing, there’s plenty of post-New-Year’s opportunities here for bringing you back to feeling physically fantastic.
Roze Pilates
Prefer a quiet but oh-so-powerful form of exercise? Think Roze Pilates. Floor or machine classes for deep muscle strengthening, improved posture and tension release, all in a super-charming studio. Now that you’ve thought about it, go.
Taking care of yourself, pure and simple
Dermalogica
Well-being, lest we forget, also involves our skin. After the holidays, treating yourself to a facial to restore that healthy glow is always the right idea. Be sure to stop by Dermalogica and take advantage of personalized advice from their amazing team of skin experts; it’s the derma-logical thing to do.
Rainspa
A spa to help you along with those New Year’s resolutions? Absolutely! We’re happy to remind you that blissful relaxation is also key to taking excellent care of your overall health. At Rainspa, experience traditional hammam treatments as well as enveloping massages, and recharge your batteries the nice and gentle way.
R.E.S.E.T. Clinic
Sometimes, only expert hands can bring your body back into balance. This Old Montreal clinic specializing in sports care also offers treatments to the general public. Osteopathy, kinesiology, or even private training; here, your reset comes courtesy of the pros.
TX Sport Massage & Multi-Therapies
At TX, a dedicated team of massage therapists, kinesiologists and physiotherapists are at your disposal to help you meet your back-into-shape needs. With their range of hyper-targeted massages, get ready to say bye to all that ‘24 tension and start your new year on the good foot.
