Embrace Wellness Tourism with Flexercise in Madison, GA
Who says being active has to mean high intensity? Getaway to charming Madison, Georgia, where self-care and fun are easily intertwined. Discover what low-impact flexercise activities await in this historic, small town.
Melt Your Cares Away with Gentle Yoga or Simple Stretches
Before a day exploring unique attractions, start your wellness retreat off right with a drop-in yoga or barre class at Uptown Athletic Club to release tension while stretching and strengthening your body.
Have your own mat? Bring it to one of Madison’s many parks and put on your favorite yoga class on YouTube for a private outdoor flow.
Walk in Nature
Explore Hard Labor Creek State Park’s 2.5 miles of hiking trails passing streams and ponds in Georgia’s second largest state park. Prefer paved roads? Get your steps in along Madison’s tree-lined streets with the free, self-guided walking tour of the Madison Historic District. Bring your dog too, and don’t forget the leash!
Refuel & Recharge
Need a post-flexercise snack and chance to chill? Enjoy a loose-leaf tea or vegan treat at Ruby’s of Rutledge. With a background in mental health, the owner of this small tea house believes tea can be deeply therapeutic and crafts custom blends designed to support stress relief, boost brain health and more. Located alongside the sand beach of Hard Labor Creek State Park’s Lake Rutledge, sip to your health while taking in the serene setting of the park and listening to the tranquil waters of the lake.
Looking to recharge while back in Madison? Savor a loaded tea or meal-replacement shake from Madison Square Nutrition or head over to Farmview Market to enjoy a meal off their farm-to-table menu or fresh smoothie from their juice bar. With a growing restaurant scene, Madison has plenty of options from which to choose.
Rejuvenate at a Spa
For the ultimate indulgence in self-care, treat yourself to a rejuvenating experience at one of Madison’s premier day spas. Just Breathe Day Spa offers a variety of therapeutic massages, including their popular Hot Stone Massage for deeper relaxation with gentle pressure. They also provide facial treatments, body scrubs, waxing, and more to pamper your senses and enhance your wellbeing. Another local favorite is Pure Bliss Spa and Shop, offering a range of spa treatments aimed at helping guests de-stress and focus on wellbeing as well as a shop full of fabulous gifts for the mind, body & soul.
Madison also boasts several beauty shops catering to hair and nail care. To view the full listing of local beauty offerings, visit the Spa & Beauty section of our shop page.
Show Off Your Dance Moves
Dance the night away at annual outdoor concerts. Get groovy in Madison Town Park at the Summer Nights concert series, the Firefly Festival in July or Saturday in the Park event in September. Or enjoy the “Small but Special” community of Rutledge with their Summer Concert Series on Friday nights in Rutledge Town Park. Kick off your shoes and feel the grass under your toes as you dance to talented live bands.
Check out our calendar of events to see everything that is happening in Madison and Morgan County during your trip.
Do a Lazy Workout in Bed
Whether you want to include some hip bridges and leg lifts or gentle stretching for a lazy workout in bed, find the right spot at one of our comfy and cozy bed and breakfasts, like Farmhouse Inn (pictured above).
Embrace self-care and delight in all the fun Madison, Georgia, has to offer when you choose your own adventure and flexercise at your own pace.