Lake Placid, Page 2
Linda and I convinced ourselves we would work it off during the morning’s hike. Everyone met in the main hall where the fireplace was roaring and tea is served at 4 p.m. each day. We looked out the window and it was snowing — and sticking. The gals were dressed to hike and they did, but Linda and I went into town instead.
Later, we were sorry about that decision. The hike had been a great success. The activities guide was Carol Treadwell, who is built like a Whippet, but doesn’t flaunt her fat-free body had led the trek. The gaggle returned looking revitalized and rejuvinated, saying they had a wonderful time on the hike. They learned a great deal, learning to look for the rare and very old (one billion years) Anorthsite rock, the same type of rock found on the moon and that reputedly can only be found in three places on earth, the Adirondacks being one of the three.
As spa 'experts,' Linda and I entered the Mirror Lake Inn spa and noticed all. And all met our standards. The terry robes were plush and cozy, the slippers comfortable and the shower amenities included everything needed from lotions to shampoo and conditioners. Towels were large and smelled fresh and bathing suit “spinner” is always a welcome perk as no one wants to carry a dripping suit back to their room. The hot tub was set in a nook with a fireplace that opened on both sides to the ladies parlor, where the clients waited to be called for their treatments. In the parlor, we found a basket of fruit, a water cooler and something new — a basket of reading glasses. How smart! (The waiting rooms are always filled with great magazines and I always forget my reading glasses in my locker.)
Well, things looked good, but how were the treatments? My first experience was 50 minutes of reflexology with therapist Susan Murray. A good treatment constitutes more than a foot rub and this was an exceptionally good treatment. I found it very relaxing and Susan helped to identify points of stress in my body.
Then I met the man whom all the women would be talking about the entire weekend. His name was whispered with reverence and offers were discussed as to what it would cost to take him home. The Inn said they refused to part with him. His name is Irving Dunham and he’s the best massage therapist I’ve encountered in my quest for the perfect massage. I had a most memorable deep-tissue massage and the next day I experienced the Mirror Lake Inn Custom Massage which begins with a European Soft Pack System to relax tense muscles. I was wrapped in waterproof fabric and submerged into a warm, pulsating tub for ten minutes, then massaged. It was heaven!
We all met to listen to the speaker, Dr. Coppola, a professor at the University of Texas Medical School and Health Science Center. We learned that all bodies are comprised off 33% genetics and 77% environment and habits, and that cardiovascular disease is the primary cause of death in women. Dr. Coppola said the single worse thing we can do to try and lose weight is to miss a meal. It puts our bodies into starvation mode and also effects our immune systems. His philosophy is, “I don’t expect to live one day longer in my life — I expect to live one day healthier.”
Linda and I left Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa knowing we would return. In fact, I just received an email from Carol Treadwell informing us that the 12 are planning to meet again for the September 6 -8 Revitalization Weekend and they’re bringing friends. Come join us.
Mirror Lake Inn — www.mirrorlakeinn.com
Westport Depot Theater
1932 Olympic Games, Lake Placid
1980 Olympic Games, Lake Placid
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