Mom Renewal: A Day in Chicago at the Peninsula Spa

It was a day I was counting down to and a day to remember. Last Monday, I was invited to a blogger event hosted by The Peninsula Chicago at The Peninsula Spa and Fitness Center.

I first receive a fabulous one-on-one personal training session. I started with a 5 minute warm up. As I warmed up my trainer reminded me that what I put into my mouth is just as important as what I put my body through when I’m working out. She gave me great on the go breakfast ideas such as making two protein shakes every other night for two consecutive breakfasts.

I did sliding plank jacks, high thrusts with weights, squat curl presses, and lunges. Wow. I wish I had a personal trainer to workout with everyday. She was motivational. Yes, I do need to someone to constantly remind me to engage my abs. Sad, but true.

After my workout, I had the Peninsula’s signature deeply relaxing neck, head, and scalp massage. According to LiveStrong.com, scalp messages help with headache relief, increased circulation to the scalp, a stronger feeling of well-being, and better sleep. I’m sure there were lots of benefits to the massage I received, but in the moment all I really cared about was being in an ultimate state of relaxation.

To my surprise, after my neck, head, and scalp massage, I receive a Peninsula foot treatment. Oh my goodness. Could it get better than this? When I was relaxing during my rejuvenating foot massage, I was secretly hoping it would never end. Foot massages are my all-time favorite!

After my amazing foot massage, I received a microcurrent eye lifting facial. From what I understand, this non-invasive eye lift, retrains the muscles around the eyes, which results in tighter and toner skin.

My last spa services was a group yoga session children’s entertainer and educator Miss Lori, lifestyle and wellness consultant Healthy Jasmine, Managing Editor of sassymomsinthecity.com Sassy Allison.

Afterwards, I had a healthy pool-side lunch with the other bloggers and the Peninsula Spa’s marketing team.

Sending out a great big thank you to the Peninsula Spa team for inviting me to this fabulous event and allowing me to experience so many of the Peninsula Spa’s unique services!