Some workouts are better together. And with cooler weather returning, it’s the perfect time to get outside and move with a group. There are plenty of options: Join a run club, a garden yoga flow, or surf lessons — one High Desert destination even offers hiking with goats. (Yes, you read that right.)
Back when alpha, delta, and theta were simply Greek letters, ancient Grecian bathers enjoyed spiffed-up spa technology, mainly related to systems of pipes and aqueducts that delivered water to communal bathhouses. Three millennia later, modern-day spas remain rooted in ancient practices and traditions like steam, mud, and soothing aromatics, but the integration of new technologies promises guests heightened relaxation and, according to some studies, greater health benefits.
When Indio resident Shay Moraga was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2016, her world shifted. And when she was declared cancer-free after treatment, she noticed that support went away just as the disease had. She knew something had to change.
Whether you’re playing pickleball or training for a marathon, stretching before and after physical activity helps reduce injury risk while improving performance and flexibility. “A lack of stretching causes an adaptive shortening, which reduces fluid movement around a joint, creates stiffness, increases mechanical stress, and raises the potential for injury,” says Mark Albert, a Coachella Valley–based physical therapist and author of Empowering Longevity, a book on aging well.
Proper alignment is essential for reducing strain on the body’s nervous, muscular, and skeletal systems. When aligned, the body functions at its best — free from pain, tension, and stiffness. “Our bodies are very interconnected, and one negative input can have a cascade effect on every part of our body,” says Dr. Alyssa Romero of Coachella Valley Chiropractic.
Grounding, also known as earthing or barefoot therapy, is an ancient wellness practice with roots in many cultures around the world. The idea centers on reconnecting the body with the Earth’s surface to support its natural electrical balance. You see, the body operates with a built-in electrical charge, and it’s constantly influenced by things like electronics, Wi-Fi, pollution, and even stress.
When things start to heat up and you need a break from the sun, a spa day opens the door to a blissful reset. Whether your skin is scorched from too much pool time or feeling dry, targeted treatments can help soothe sunburns and restore the body from head to toe. From cryotherapy facials to in-water massages, these services offer cooling relief and a chance to indulge in self-care.
Aside from its natural beauty, Old Hollywood history, and vibrant cultural scene, the Coachella Valley is also famous for its dates, which were introduced from the Middle East more than 120 years ago and have flourished here thanks to the sunny and dry climate — ideal for the cultivation of date palms.
Every year, more than half a million people flock to the desert in their most fashionable attire to attend the Coachella and Stagecoach music festivals over three weekends in April. But you don’t need to shell out $599 for a GA wristband to frolic in a crochet romper. This month, the desert transforms into a playground for those in the know, with private estate parties, poolside pop-ups, and late-night carnivals under the stars.
With an impressive roster of film and TV projects under her belt — including Riverdale and Twin Peaks, where she worked alongside her late mentor, David Lynch — Mädchen Amick has been making waves both on and off the screen. Beyond her work as an actress and director, she’s on a mission to make mental healthcare more accessible for all, inspired by her personal journey as a parent to a child with mental health challenges.
Kate Hudson on Music, “Song Sung Blue,” and Life in Palm Desert
