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proud to admit that I am more flexible.
Michael performs a spirometry test
on me, which tells me something I
already know – I am unfit and my
stamina is at an all-time low. A
detailed plan is chalked out for me
to follow when I reach home to help
me improve my fitness levels.
I enjoy my diet the most. Who
would complain about having to eat
just potatoes and cheese! Although
very simple to look at, a whole lot of
effort goes into preparing the food, I
am told by chef Martin Stein.
Being the water baby that I am, I
love Watsu. My instructor takes me
through an hour-long session –
the most relaxing and enlivening
experience. It’s an underwater massage
and exercise programme combined in
one. I also manage to pack in a lot of
swimming during my stay. The pool
is surrounded by picture windows and
glass doors that offer breathtaking views
of the lake and the mountains, which
is therapeutic in itself. I could spend
hours by the pool, but Dr. Fegerl’s
timetable gives me no time to indulge.
By the fourth day, I am acclimatised
to the Mayr way of life. I diligently
follow my morning programme, that
involves swirling my mouth with oil
and drinking half a litre of Epsom
salts to loosen the bowel and clear the
digestive system. After waking up early,
I go for a yoga/Pilates class followed
by a pre-planned treatment, which I
thoroughly enjoy. After lunch, it’s time
for some rest. Then I return to the
treatment area, which is managed with
clockwork precision. The therapist and
doctors are extremely efficient. I am
then encouraged to take a walk around
the lake, breathe in some really fresh
air, swim, have dinner by 6.30 pm, relax
and go to sleep by 8.30–9.00 pm.
By the end of my stay at the clinic,
I have lost 2.5 kgs and feel a lot lighter.
There is definitely a spring in my step
and I am determined to follow all the
guidelines the doctor and personal
trainer have set for me. After all, I do
feel a lot healthier than I did when I
first arrived at VIVAMAYR.
MY TAKEAWAY
- I treat all my meals like an occasion – I no longer eat in front of the
computer or while watching TV. I am mindful of my food.
- I chew my food well. The upside is that I have better digestion, but
the downside is that I am always the last to nish my meal!
- I exercise daily. I promised Michael that when I went back, the
result of the spirometry test would make him proud.
- I try to keep my body alkaline because that promotes good health.
- I try to fast at least once a week to detoxify my body.
- And I am looking forward to my next 10-day trip to VIVAMAYR so I
can get better results on all my tests!
Every part of the medical resort o ers stunning views
of the surrounding hills and the lake, whether it’s the
swimming pool (here) or the guest rooms (inset)
