Huge sauropods peek into five floors of fun at #1 children’s museum

It’s extremely important to The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis that we provide a variety of extraordinary family learning experiences that encourage interaction between the whole family—from toddlers to grandparents.

Indianapolis (PRWEB)
March 01, 2020

USAToday/10Best just announced that The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is the winner of the 2020 USAToday/10Best Readers’ Choice travel award contest for the Best Children’s Museum. The nomination was carefully made by an expert panel of travel journalists from around the country and then voted upon by the public to determine who was most deserving of this honor.

“We are grateful to our members, visitors, donors and partners who love the museum and declared their confidence in us by voting for The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis,” said Dr. Jeffrey H. Patchen, president and CEO, The Children’s Museum. “It’s extremely important to us that we provide a variety of extraordinary family learning experiences that encourage interaction between the whole family—from toddlers to grandparents.”

The top ten winners in this category are as follows:

1.    The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

2.    City Museum

3.    The Magic House

4.    Kohl Children’s Museum

5.    Children’s Museum of Houston

6.    Museum of Discovery- – – –

7.    Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh

8.    Children’s Museum of Denver

9.    The Strong Museum

10.    Madison Children’s Museum

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis celebrated an all-time attendance record of 1.3 million visitors in 2019. Exhibits last year included the beloved permanent exhibits in addition to Star Trek: Exploring New Worlds presented by EdChoice and supported by Aquafina and F.A. Wilhelm Construction Co., Inc., PAW Patrol Adventure Play locally Presented by Central Indiana Honda dealers and Supported by Indianapolis Indians and Franklin Pest Solutions, Riley Children’s Health Sports Legends Experience, Hot Wheels™: Race to Win™ presented by Subway® and supported by Church Brothers Collision Repair and Donatos, Treasures of Ancient Greece presented by OneAmerica and supported by Ice Miller LLP, Take Me There Greece presented by Ice Miller LLP, First & Goal exhibit partner Indianapolis Colts, presented by Kumon, and supported by Indiana Soybean Glass Barn, MJ Insurance and Subway®, Hotel of Spells presented by Old National Bank, Hotel of Spells presented by Old National Bank (The Children’s Museum Guild’s annual Haunted House) and Jolly Days Winter Wonderland presented by Riley Children’s at Indiana University Health and supported by Splenda in addition to the outdoor Riley Children’s Health Sports Legends Experience®.

We’re excited for everyone to see what temporary exhibits we have to offer this year (2020) including:

•     Pigeon and Pals! A Mo Willems Art and Play Exhibit (now – May 10, 2020) Presented by Riley Children’s at Indiana University Health and Supported by Indianapolis Indians and Aquafina
•     Wild Weather (March 14, 2020 – Jan. 10, 2021) Presented by Central Indiana Honda Dealers and supported by Koorsen Fire & Security and Priority Group
•     Riley Children’s Health Sports Legends Experience (March 14 – Nov. 1, 2020). This exhibit features multiple sports including basketball, football, hockey, soccer, pedal car racing, golf, baseball, tennis, running, fitness equipment, a 60-foot-tall Tree of Sport and NAMOS (National Art Museum of Sport).
•     Barbie™ You Can Be Anything™ (May 30, 2020 – TBD) Supported by Franklin Pest Solutions
•     The Children’s Museum Guild’s annual Haunted House (Oct. 10– 31, 2020) Presented by Old National Bank
•     Jolly Days Winter Wonderland (Nov. 21, 2020 – Jan. 3, 2021) Supported by Indiana Farm Bureau

Real science comes alive in permanent exhibits such as Dinosphere®: Now You’re in Their World, where families can touch real fossils from the Cretaceous and Jurassic Periods, the working wet lab in National Geographic Treasures of the Earth, and Corteva Agriscience ScienceWorks with a STEM Lab.

Intergenerational family learning is extremely important along with making memories and hands-on interactives at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. Educators can find online units of study and parents will find family guides that are extremely useful. Perhaps one of the most fun things it features is costumed actor/interpreters who bring stories to life in fun and imaginative ways. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is proud to partner with Riley Children’s at Indiana University Health, Old National Bank and Ice Miller LLP.

About The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is a nonprofit institution committed to creating extraordinary learning experiences across the arts, sciences, and humanities that have the power to transform the lives of children and families. For more information about The Children’s Museum, visit http://www.childrensmuseum.org, follow us on Twitter @TCMIndy, Instagram@childrensmuseum, YouTube.com/IndyTCM, and Facebook.

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Monster Energy’s Jamie Anderson Takes First Place in Women’s Snowboard Slopestyle at the 2020 Burton U.S. Open Snowboarding Championships

“I’m so happy, this one feels like the best win yet. This is my thirteenth U.S. Open and holy smokes – the level of progression is amazing!” Jamie Anderson

VALI, Colo. (PRWEB)
February 29, 2020

Monster Energy congratulates team rider Jamie Anderson on claiming first place in Women’s Snowboard Slopestyle at the 38th annual Burton U.S. Open Snowboarding Championships today. Under perfect bluebird skies at Colorado’s Vail Mountain Resort, the 29-year-old from South Lake Tahoe, California, emerged on top of a field of the world’s best freestyle snowboarders to claim the coveted Burton U.S. Open title for the eighth time in her career.

In the down-to-the-wire Men’s Snowboard Slopestyle final, 16-year-old Dusty Henricksen from Mammoth Lakes, California, clinched second place by sending a never-been-done trick (NBD) over the final jump.

The annual Burton U.S. Open Snowboarding Championships are respected as the world’s longest-running snowboard event. The competition’s humble beginnings date back to the year 1982, a time when the sport was in its infancy and pioneers such as Jake Burton created the foundation for the global culture of snowboarding. Today, the event is broadcast to international audiences and attracts the world’s best male and female riders with a $373,000 overall prize purse.

This year’s Burton U.S. Open was dedicated to the memory of the event’s creator, Jake Burton, who had passed away in November 2019. A snowboard history exhibit and Friday morning’s group ride down one of Burton’s favorite runs – now named ‘Jake’s Stash’ in his honor – celebrated the snowboard pioneer’s life and legacy.

In Friday’s Snowboard Slopestyle competitions, the freshly redesigned downhill course offered a challenging assortment of rails and jumps to the ten male and six female finalists. Special obstacles included flat-down tube rail, two ‘shark fin’ transition jumps with steep quarterpipes, as well as a cannon box obstacle and a traditional big kicker jump at the bottom.

Monster Energy’s Anderson came into the Women’s Snowboard Slopestyle final fresh off a gold medal win at X Games Aspen 2020 in January. Known as the most decorated female snowboarder in history, Anderson was hungry for a top spot after missing the final six at the 2019 Burton U.S. Open.

Reaching deep into her technical bag of tricks, Anderson pulled her winning run right on the first attempt. A stylish backside lipslide down the rail, frontside tailslide 270 out the second rail, alley-oop 540 Indy over the first hip, switch backside 540 mute over the second transition element, frontside boardslide 450 on the cannon box and a switch frontside double cork 900 earned Anderson 84.50 points and the win. Taking her third and final run as a victory lap, Anderson even threw in a Cab 1080 as the final aerial to stoke the crowd.

“I’m so happy, this one feels like the best win yet. This is my thirteenth U.S. Open and holy smokes – the level of progression is amazing!” said Anderson upon winning the Women’s Snowboard Slopestyle final at the Burton U.S. Open today.

Today’s victory marks Anderson’s eighth Burton U.S. Open title in an unparalleled snowboarding career. In January, the snowboard innovator claimed Slopestyle gold as her 17th X Games medal and set a new record: The two-time Olympic Gold medalist has now surpassed Shaun White and Mark McMorris for holding the most Snowboard Slopestyle gold medals in X Games history at six medals.

Following her win today, Anderson had words of gratitude for her long-time board sponsor Jake Burton: “Big shout to Jake, this event is dedicated to him and what he has brought to this beautiful industry we all get to enjoy now!”

In today’s highly competitive Men’s Snowboard Slopestyle final, the battle between ten of the world’s elite riders came down to a dramatic showdown on the third runs. After Monster Energy’s Darcy Sharpe traded the top spot with defending champion Redmond Gerard and Japanese tech wunderkind Yuki Kadono, the crowd was in for a surprise: Rookie pro Henricksen had a special move up his sleeve, which he unleashed on his last run in the final.

Starting his run on a strong note in the rail section, Henricksen posted 50-50 backside 270 and a technical frontside 270 on 270 out down the kink rail. On the transition elements, the young gun sent a switch frontside 900 double cork japan and a frontside 900 double cork melon, followed by a technical switch noseslide pretzel 630 cork stalefish on the cannon box. For the grand finale, Henricksen landed the first-ever backside 1800 quad cork mute – spinning a full five rotations – in competition, sending the crowd and his peers on the course into a frenzy.

When all was said and done, the judges rewarded Henricksen’s perfect run with 84.70 points for second place, handing the win to Japan’s Yuki Kadano.

Today’s second place finish at the Burton U.S. Open continues a breakout season for young Henricksen. In early February, the rookie turned heads by claiming first place at the Land Rover U.S. Grand Prix at Mammoth Mountain, his first podium at a World Cup contest. As a member of the U.S. Snowboard Rookie Team, the 16-year-old also took the gold medal at the 2020 Youth Olympic Games in Lausanne, Switzerland earlier this year and now commands first place on the FIS 2019/20 Snowboard World Cup season rankings. To be continued…

Also stoking the crowd at the Burton U.S. Open Snowboarding Championships, Monster Energy’s Sharpe seemed like a lock for a podium spot but was bumped on last attempts. Still buzzing from his recent gold medal finish at X Games Aspen 2020, the Canadian put down an extremely well-rounded first run including back 270 on 270 out and switch noseblunt pretzel the kink rail, backside 900 nose/tail double grab, switch backside 900 mute, frontside 180 on switch back 540 stalefish out on the cannon box and a frontside triple cork 1440 for an 83.85-point score and fourth place.

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Earlier today, defending Women’s Snowboard Slopestyle champion Zoi Sadowski-Synnott put down three perfect runs in the final, except for one small glitch: The 19-year-old from Wanaka, New Zealand sent difficult tech tricks down the course such as switch boardslide 270 and 50-50 to 360 melon out on the rails, backside 540 stalefish and switch backside 540 stalefish over the shark fins, and 50-50 to backflip the cannon box. But ultimately, Sadowski-Synnott could not reign in her final trick, a technical 1080 double cork mute, and had to settle for sixth place in the competitive final.

Stay tuned for more snowboard action on Vail Mountain tomorrow when Monster Energy’s Yuto Totsuka revisits his rivalry with Australia’s Scotty James in the Men’s Snowboard Halfpipe final. You can catch the live webcast at events.burton.com starting at 4:00 pm EST on Saturday, February 29.

Visit http://www.monsterenergy.com and follow Monster Energy on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter for exclusive updates on our snowboard team.

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About Monster Energy

Based in Corona, California, Monster Energy is the leading marketer and distributor of energy drinks and alternative beverages. Refusing to acknowledge the traditional, Monster Energy supports the scene and sport. Whether motocross, off-road, NASCAR, MMA, BMX, surf, snowboard, ski, skateboard, or the rock and roll lifestyle, Monster Energy is a brand that believes in authenticity and the core of what its sports, athletes and musicians represent. More than a drink, it’s the way of life lived by athletes, sports, bands, believers and fans. See more about Monster Energy including all of its drinks at http://www.monsterenergy.com.

Dr. Amir HagShenas Provides Full Mouth Dental Implants in San Jose, CA

He received Dr. HagShenas’ full mouth implants. Now, when he smiles, it makes me really happy to see him happy.

SAN JOSE, Calif. (PRWEB)
February 28, 2020

Dr. Amir HagShenas, respected dentist in San Jose, CA, is offering patients with loose, ill-fitting dentures or numerous missing teeth the opportunity to receive a full mouth dental implant treatment in just one day. Combining state-of-the-art technology with nearly 30 years of dental experience, Dr. HagShenas and his team at Silicon Valley Smile Solutions work to provide the highest standard of dental implant treatment with the most long-lasting results.

Dr. HagShenas works closely with patients to capture a full understanding of their needs including their desired tooth size, shape, and color. He then uses a cone beam CT scanner to capture detailed images of the patient’s mouth. These images help Dr. HagShenas determine the precise placement for each dental implant, including the accurate angle, depth, and position.

After a patient qualifies for a dental implant transformation, Dr. HagShenas places the dental implants within the jaw and attaches a natural-looking temporary bridge the same day. This gives patients an immediate and fully functioning arch of teeth while they wait for the completion of their permanent bridge. Once constructed, Dr. HagShenas securely attaches the final bridge, which can last the rest of the patient’s life when properly maintained.

Throughout the entire full mouth dental implant treatment, Dr. HagShenas offers personalized care to keep the patient relaxed and comfortable. He also provides sedation dentistry to ease the nerves of patients and relieve discomfort during the entire dental implant procedure.

Patients of Dr. HagShenas have enjoyed the benefits of full mouth dental implants over traditional dentures. Unlike traditional dentures, dental implants provide a permanent solution with no slipping dentures, messy adhesive, or jawbone deterioration. Patients who received this treatment experience enhanced confidence and improvement to their overall health.

“My husband had so much dental work that needed to be done,” Pam, the wife of a patient of Dr. HagShenas, explains with tears. “He received Dr. HagShenas’ full mouth implants. Now, when he smiles, it makes me really happy to see him happy. That’s why I refer everyone I know to Dr. HagShenas.”

Patients with severely damaged or missing teeth who are looking for full mouth dental implants in San Jose, CA can connect with Dr. HagShenas for a consultation by visiting http://www.svsmilesolutions.com or calling 408-377-5134.

About the Dentist

Silicon Valley Smile Solutions offers full-service dentistry in San Jose, CA. Dr. Amir HagShenas has been practicing dentistry for nearly 30 years. Dr. HagShenas received his doctorate in dental surgery degree from the University of Minnesota, where he has since been honored with the Irwin A. Epstein Award for Excellence in Endodontics, among other numerous accomplishments. Every year, Dr. HagShenas completes many hours of continuing education in implant and surgical dentistry, far above the requirements mandated by the Dental State Board of California. His motive: “I am committed to help my patients to receive the very best in dentistry.” Dr. HagShenas and his team at Silicon Valley Smile Solutions are dedicated to staying up-to-date on the latest dental technologies in order to provide the highest quality of care for patients undergoing treatments like full arch dental implants. Skilled in numerous areas of dental treatments, Dr. HagShenas is particularly passionate about providing long-lasting, full mouth dental implant treatments that are, in many cases, available in just one office visit. It is Dr. HagShenas’ goal to form lasting connections with every patient built on trust, partnership, and compassion. To learn more about Dr. HagShenas and the services offered at Silicon Valley Smile Solutions visit http://www.svsmilesolutions.com or call 408-377-5134 to schedule a consultation.

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LivBar will be at Booth 2482 in Hall C

[W]e hand-make and bake our own bars, and once the customer takes the first bite, their faces light up and blossoms into a smile.

ANAHEIM, Calif. (PRWEB)
February 28, 2020

This week, 86,000 food industry professionals will swarm to Anaheim, California, for, what Forbes called, “the grocery industry’s single biggest — and by far most important — show in North America.” Expo West, an event by the New Hope Network is the “world’s largest natural, organic and healthy products event.” More than 3,600 food manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers will represent 580,000 square feet of exhibits over the four-day event.

Prior to the show, LivBar was announced as an “Expo West Hot Product” by SPINS, the natural food industry’s leading data experts.

LivBar has also been recognized as a “Sustainable Exhibitor” by the New Hope Network, receiving a spotlight in the show. LivBar continues to be recognized for the bar industry’s only home compostable packaging – the highest level of compostability.

“All the accolades are amazing, but what I’m happiest about is the growing health trend – that people are becoming their own health’s heroes and choose all organic, real food alternatives,” said Jan Johanson, founder, and nutritionist.

“We’ve been to other shows this year and it’s an interesting dynamic – people love the branding, the packaging, and the compostable wrapper, but they are skeptical it’s going to be a different bar experience. We get it, most of the bars come from a handful of co-packing facilities and on the main, they do taste the same. But we hand-make and bake our own bars, and once the customer takes the first bite, their faces light up and blossoms into a smile. ‘You’re right, they really are different and amazing’ is the common refrain,” said CEO, Wade Brooks. “It makes you appreciate the amazing product Jan developed and proud to be helping people make healthy and delicious choices.”

The LivBar booth, #2482, will be in Hall C at the Anaheim Convention Center, Thursday, March 5th, through Saturday, March 7th.

LivBars are currently available nationwide, online on Amazon Prime, Amazon Subscribe and Save, direct from the LivBar website (http://www.livbar.com), and in thousands of stores including Erewhon, Fresh Thyme, Piggly Wiggly, Bristol Farms, New Seasons Markets, Market of Choice, Zupan’s, Pete’s Fresh Markets, Garden Bar, Roth’s Fresh Markets, Made in Oregon, independent stores across the US, and now Whole Foods.

LivBar is distributed nationally through UNFI, KeHE, Core-Mark, and DPI Specialty Foods.

About LivBar®

LivBar was founded in 2012 in Salem, Oregon, by two nutrition and fitness experts, Jan and Gabe Johansen. Jan was challenged to find any truly healthy energy bars she could recommend to her clients, so she created the LivBar recipes. LivBars are crunchy and chewy and come in five delicious superfood flavors: Coffee Maple Cacao, Raspberry Kale Maca, Blueberry Vanilla Kale, Ginger Lemon Turmeric, and Lemongrass Cherry Matcha. For more about LivBar, visit LivBar.com or check out our social media channels: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn.

If you would like more information, please call Jessi Freitag, Marketing and Operations Director at (971) 200-5257.

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featuring industry experts, fitness classes, self-awareness workshops, sessions on superfood, and other mindful wellness activities

PUERTO VALLARTA, Mexico (PRWEB)
February 27, 2020

From May 1-3, the AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit will host its 2020 Wellnessing Getaway featuring industry experts, fitness classes, self-awareness workshops, sessions on superfood, and other mindful wellness activities. All special Wellness Week activities are included complimentary in the resort’s nightly rate.

Mexican fitness trainer and founder of the Cardio & Sculpt Power Yoga system, Rebecca Sutton will kick off the retreat with a 1-hour core cardio and dance workout. Karla Tafra, a highly sought-after yoga instructor and nutritionist from Seattle, will lead a mindful yoga session as well as teach a nutrition class on the powers of super foods. Mexican physiotherapist Beatriz Madrazo will host an art therapy workshop, showcasing the powers of creativity and individual expressions. Adriana Azuara, CEO of Mexico’s All4Spas will lead an ancestral ritual of ocean healing and host a herbal workshop. Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit’s own shaman, Tonatiuh Garcia, will perform an awe-inspiring fire ceremony, calling guests to join a fire circle to eliminate negative energies and make space for new beginnings. Ana Paula Domínguez, founder and director of the Mexican Institute of yoga, and sound therapist Roberto Gopar, close out the three-day event with a final meditation calling on the five-elements to encourage balance and inner harmony. Additional activities on tap include an Aromatherapy Class, healthy meals made by the resort’s Executive Chef Guillaume Morancé, and more.

In addition to the plethora of wellness activities available at each resort, travelers seeking an all-encompassing wellness retreat can opt to stay in one of the resorts duplex wellness suites. Velas’ Wellness Suites offer a variety of fitness and wellness amenities, including:

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  MUSE brain sensing headband to aid in meditation practices;
• Personal Spa Concierge to provide counsel on a wide-variety of available spa treatments and health offerings at the resorts;
• Artisan soap selection;
• Healthy gluten free snacks and daily juice options;
• In-suite exercise kit comprised of a yoga mat, dumbbells, resistance bands, and even an exercise bike;
• Water menu with a selection from still and sparkling to Coconut and Alkaline;
• Organic skin care products from the spa;
• Aromatherapy Kit with scents ranging from cedar and lavender to tangerine and myrrh;
• Nikken Kenko™ pillow and comforter; and,
• LED Lamp with a clock and timer that increases gradually, simulating the dawn and dusk, which helps guests fall asleep and wake up more naturally.

Resort rates start at $356 at Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit. Accommodations in the Wellness Suites start at $426 at Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit respectively. Rates are per person per night based on double occupancy and include all Wellnessing Getaway activities, luxury accommodations, a la carte gourmet meals at a variety of specialty restaurants, premium branded beverages, 24-hour in-suite service, taxes, gratuity and more. Spa treatments are an additional cost. For reservations or more information, call 1-888-407-4869 or visit https://wellnessing.velasresorts.com/en/wellness-getaway/grand-velas-riviera-nayarit.

About Roberto Gopar:

Born in the city of Oaxaca, Mexico, Roberto Gopar is a pioneer in the research, spreading, and use of music therapy as a complementary treatment for various conditions. He has dedicated 26 years of his life to the research of vibration effects in multiple ancestral instruments, based on the three spheres of being: physical, mental emotional and spiritual.

About Tonatiuh García:

Being the first one to introduce temazcal as a holistic therapy in the spa world, Tonatiuh Garcia has developed projects as coach of temazcal in Los Cabos, Puerto Vallarta, and Riviera Maya. With more than 20 years of experience in different Americas’ indigenous traditions, he holds spiritual events in Native Ceremonies, where he demonstrates his knowledge about teepees, fire circles, temazcal, and native weddings.

About Adriana Azuara:

Adriana Azuara is CEO and founder of All4Spas, a representative of Wellness for Cancer in Mexico and Latin America, professor at the University of Tourism, delegate of the Latin American Spa Association, and creator of the luxury cosmetic line AgaveSpa. With 15 years of experience in the wellness and Spa industry, she has been part of more than 700 spa openings in Mexico and Central America.

About Karla Tafra:

Originally from Croatia, Karla Tafra is a yoga teacher, nutritionist, content creator and social media influencer who currently resides in Seattle, Washington. Certified & registered with Yoga Alliance since 2010, Karla offers a variety of classes, from ashtanga & vinyasa to power, yin & prenatal. As a certified IIN (Institute for Integrative Nutrition) Health Coach & Nutritionist, Karla creates custom plans for each and every individual, accommodating all diets and allergens (vegan, vegetarian, paleo, pescatarian, Whole 30, keto, gluten free, dairy free, sugar free). Karla’s passion lies in helping people achieve healthier and happier lifestyles. Additionally, she has become known for her workout style, with her fashion-forward activewear displayed in the most dynamic of yoga poses.

About Ana Paula Domínguez:

Founder and director of the Mexican Institute of yoga, and a certified Kundalini Yoga instructor, Ana Paula Domínguez studied the traditional system of Indian medicine (Ayurveda) in India and the United States, under the guidance of Dr. Vasant Lad. She had written several books, and is currently a facilitator for the “Harmonizer Program” of the PeaceEarth Foundation, with UNESCO.

About Beatriz Madrazo:

Beatriz Madrazo is a Mexican physiotherapist focused on emotional expressions through Art Therapy. She achieved two master’s degrees in Mexico: Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy for Children and Adolescents at Asociacion Psicoanalitica Mexicana (APM), as well as Human Development at the Universidad Iberoamericana. Having participated in two Art Therapy training courses in the USA and Canada, she is currently completing high-level degree training in Clinical Psychology at Asociacion Psicoanalitica Mexicana (APM).

About Rebecca Sutton:

Rebecca Sutton is a Mexican entrepreneur, fitness trainer, and founder of Cardio & Sculpt Power Yoga system, which blends yoga postures with cardio exercises. Sutton is also known as one of the most influential core power trainers in Latin America.

About Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit:

A member of the Virtuoso Hotels & Resorts Program and Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit enjoys a privileged natural setting with flowering, landscaped gardens beside a long stretch of pristine beach and a dramatic backdrop of the Sierra Madre mountains. The resort features 267 ocean-view suites, inclusive of 12 Wellness Suites, some with private plunge pools. Of the resort’s six restaurants, four, serving French, Italian, Asian and Mexican gourmet cuisine, have received AAA Four Diamond awards for distinguished cuisine and presentation. With treatments inspired by the native traditions of Mexico and a signature Water Journey, SE Spa has been included on Forbes Travel Guide’s list of The World’s Most Luxurious Spas. Other features include an oversized pool, fitness center, 24/7 in-suite service, water sports, tennis, Baby Concierge, Kids’ Club, and state-of-the-art Teens’ Club. The all-inclusive resort in the Riviera Nayarit features more than 15,064 square feet of indoor meeting facilities. Eduardo Vela Ruiz, founder and president of Velas Resorts, operates Velas Resorts with brother Juan Vela, vice president of Velas Resorts, by his side. Explore tips, recipes, lifestyle and travel trends, and the latest news about Velas Resorts on the digital mag: http://www.velasmagazine.com.

The IRF 2020 Wellness in Meetings and Incentive Travel Study addresses the top reasons wellness is not being incorporated into incentives and provides recommendations on how to overcome these common objections.

WASHINGTON (PRWEB)
February 27, 2020

A recent survey of meeting planners conducted by the IRF reveals a clear ongoing gap between the corporate focus on wellness and the incorporation of wellness practices into meetings and incentives. The IRF 2020 Wellness in Meetings and Incentive Travel Study explores this “wellness gap” and offers insights from meeting planners who have successfully integrated wellness into their meetings and incentive travel programs.

“While companies have a very strong focus on wellness programs for employees, it is not translating into their meetings, events, and incentives in a consistent way,” said Stephanie Harris, IRF President. “The IRF 2020 Wellness in Meetings and Incentive Travel Study addresses the top reasons wellness is not being incorporated into incentives and provides recommendations on how to overcome these common objections.”

The IRF conducted the study in November and December 2019 and received 224 responses from experienced meeting planners. Respondents included external meeting planners, such as agencies and third-parties (52%) and internal meeting planners (48%). Almost half (48%) of the respondents planned incentive meetings or incentive trips.

While the majority of incentive meeting planners do not offer or plan wellness-focused incentive trips, they do offer wellness-centric activities at their incentive trips and meetings. The IRF 2020 Wellness in Meetings and Incentive Travel Study also reports that 41% of event planners who plan incentive meetings or incentive trips indicated the amount of time spent on wellness activities increased over the past year.

The IRF 2020 Wellness in Meetings and Incentive Travel Study provides a detailed look at practices meeting planners are using to design and implement effective health and wellness programs. Key findings include:

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  While 86% of internal meeting planners indicated wellness was a critical focus for their company, only 27% indicated the company would accept additional costs to incorporate wellness into meetings
• If extra budget is made available for wellness and healthy options, there is only a 10% improvement in how healthy a meeting or event is for participants
• The top inclusions in incentive travel programs are locally-sourced food, use of the spa, and yoga classes
• The top objections to offering wellness inclusions were cost, not a cultural fit, and lack of interest by attendees
• Low-cost wellness inclusions include healthy snacks, stretch breaks, and crowd-sourced yoga or running activities

To view or download a copy of the study, please visit:https://theirf.org/research/the-irf-2020-wellness-in-meetings-incentive-travel-study/2729/

To view of download the companion report, The Stressed-Out Meeting Planner: Personal Wellness Onsite, please visit: https://theirf.org/research/the-stressed-out-meeting-planner-personal-wellness-onsite/2731/

The IRF 2020 Wellness in Meetings and Incentive Travel Study was supported by IRF Research Advocacy Partner, Prevue Meetings & Incentives.

About the IRF:

The Incentive Research Foundation (TheIRF.org) funds and promotes research to advance the science and enhance the awareness and appropriate application of motivation and incentives in business and industry globally. The goal is to increase the understanding, effective use, and resultant benefits of incentives to businesses that currently use incentives, as well as businesses interested in improved performance.

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Duke Nike Track & Field Camps and Duke Nike Cross Country Camps are for ages 12-18.

There is no better location for summer training than on the campus of Duke University.

SAN RAFAEL, Calif. (PRWEB)
February 26, 2020

The Duke Nike Cross Country Camp and the Duke Nike Track & Field Camp sell out each year due to their outstanding training, program scheduling, top notch coaching, and the beauty of this prestigious university. Runners from all over the country attend, joining other athletes who share their love of these great sports.

Camp Director and Associate Head Coach Shawn Wilbourn says, “There is no better location for summer training than on the campus of Duke University. The Morris Williams Track & Field Stadium and the nearby Duke Forest trails offer the best of the best for our campers. Runners experience top notch coaching while having fun and making friends. Come join us!”

Campers stay in the dorms on campus, eat in the Duke dining hall and experience the life of a Duke student-athlete. Detailed instruction for track & field athletes includes specialized training in sprints (up to 400m), jumps, hurdles, throws and pole vault. XC and middle- distance runners train with Duke coaches and athletes, running right from campus on gravel and dirt trails in the famed Duke Forest. The camp is coed, overnight and day campers, ages 12-18. All ability levels are welcome, those with the desire to train smarter, work hard and to have fun.

Players, coaches, and parents interested in learning more can visit Nike Running Camps.

About US Sports Camps

US Sports Camps (USSC), headquartered in San Rafael, California, is America’s largest sports camp network and the licensed operator of Nike Sports Camps. The company has offered summer camps since 1975 with the same mission that defines it today: to shape a lifelong enjoyment of athletics through high-quality sports education and skill enhancement.

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