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Story by Meredith Nelson / October 11, 2017
Make a note in your calendar and begin checking for flights. We’re returning to La Carolina Lodge February 17 – 23, 2018!
ABOUT LA CAROLINA
Overlooking a fresh water river and lush tropical forests there is something for everyone at La Carolina Lodge, where the family-friendly environment offers a unique “Pure Costa Rica” experience. There is something for everyone at La Carolina Lodge! Enjoy a refreshing swim in the crystal clear river, relax in the one-of-a-kind wood-fired hot tub, sun on the deck, walk through our lush tropical forest, bird watch while sitting in comfort on the veranda, horse ride through our meadows, milk cows, and much more. Nestled on the eastern slopes of Volcano Tenorio, the home of the famous Rio Celeste Waterfall, in Northwestern Costa Rica, the 170-acre ranch and farm welcomes you to “A Place Like No Other”. On-site Costa Rican wildlife includes a vast array of birds, including toucans, parrots, hummingbirds, Montezuma Oropendola and many more. Their daily visits to our feeders are sure to delight both the advanced and novice bird watchers. Tropical mammals include monkeys, sloths, anteaters, kinkajous and coitis. The colourful frogs and butterflies, including the giant Morpho, are a sight to behold. A stroll around our property will bring you into contact with many bromeliads, wild orchids and other flora.
WHAT WILL WE DO?
Of course, your PrimeTime itinerary may include additional activities such as hiking, mountain biking, ziplining, horseback riding, eating amazing food right from the farm, whitewater rafting, and maybe even a little R&R. Daily workouts and yoga are programmed to bring you the ultimate fitness retreat!
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| A friendly Kuwati . . . one of the many fun fellas we found in the jungle. |
I worked out with Meredith for years before she (sadly) moved away. She is creative, fun, and great at correcting your form. She can adapt to injuries you might have. She will incorporate things you like (yoga) and can work with all types of exercise equipment from machines to bands to TRX to free weights to your body weight. No two workouts are the same, which means you do not get bored and you want to keep coming back!
Meredith first sought to truly understand my fitness goals and then observed my current weight-training routine. She then helped me organize a workout plan that gave me better results, in the same amount of time. Now I have a more balanced routine that is producing better results, in the same amount of time, with the same amount of effort. She always had my work within my comfort level and has helped me develop a more balanced program that maximizes the results.
I found my happy place at home with Meredith and Primetime Fitness. I started virtual training with Meredith at the beginning of Covid and now virtual training is part of my weekly routine. What a joy to get a great workout and not have to leave the house! Thanks, Meredith!
I’ve been taking Meredith’s classes for a few short months and also doing some training sessions with her, and it has already made me stronger. I love that she offers lower-impact options (for this 58-year-old) and also motivates all of us during class!
I was recently diagnosed as a Type 2 Diabetic. I had worked out with Meredith once before, but at the time, I just wasn’t dedicated to a routine. As soon as I was diagnosed, I shot her a quick email, and she immediately responded. We met and discussed diet and exercise; she was a wealth of information. I started working out with her and figuring out what routine spoke best to me. She helped me set up a Peloton bike and monitored my form. Hey, if this 65-year-old woman can get in shape, anyone can. I’m 15 pounds down and on the right track. Thanks, Meredith!