Clean breaks: the best health and fitness retreats for summer
Swim Trek
Commune with turtles as you swim along the Turkish Lycian Way, or gain clarity in the emerald waters of Lake Bled in Slovenia (with pit stops for wine- tasting). Closer to home, this swimming travel company offers one-day trips to Burgh Island in Devon or the Thames.
From £60, swimtrek.com
The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi
A hardcore break in the Maldives featuring private military Pilates classes for a full body workout. Recuperate in the Thalgo Spa or by exploring the island.
Classes from £45, thesunsiyam.com
The Natural Retreat
A week of juice-fasting, yoga and meditation by the Algarve’s wild beaches at this eco-friendly arts and wellness centre run by artist Rosalind Hodges.
From £550, September 26-October 3, roshodgesgallery.wix.com
The Body Holiday
Give this St Lucia resort your body for a week and it promises to give you back your peace of mind. Choose from a range of programmes including the intense WellFit package co-ordinated by Olympic and Paralympic medallists and the Stress Buster, which includes hiking, diving and body-wrap treatments.
Price on consultation, thebodyholiday.com
Yeotox
Decompress in Devon with a five-day healthy lifestyle retreat run by yoga teacher Michelle Yeo. It is focused on what you can gain rather than deprivation; cycling champion Victoria Pendleton and Deliciously Ella are hosting guest workshops. Prepare for yoga on surfboards.
From £1,870, yeotown.com
