Body & Mind Festival

Inspiring speakers, a variety of workshops, and group exercise: The first Body & Mind Festival at the REDUCE Health Resort in Bad Tatzmannsdorf delighted attendees with insights and experiences centered on living a long, healthy life.

How can we grow older while staying healthy and active for as long as possible? The first “ REDUCE ” Body & Mind Festival, held from September 25 to October 2, 2026, explored this question. It brought together science, exercise, nutrition, and mental health, turning the much-discussed topic of longevity into a hands-on experience.

Knowledge that inspires. Encounters that leave a lasting impression.
Molecular biologist and longevity expert Dr. Slaven Stekovic kicked off the event with his presentation “Staying Young, Growing Old.” Just how much this topic resonates with people became clear immediately afterward: Numerous questions from the audience turned the evening into a lively exchange. Neuroscientist Dr. Manuela Macedonia focused on the interplay between physical activity and mental fitness in her talk “Get Moving! And Your Brain Will Thank You!” Additional insights were provided by, among others, kickboxing world champion Nicole Trimmel.

One of the festival’s particular strengths was the combination of guest speakers and the expertise of the in-house team. The experts from REDUCE shared insights based on their knowledge and experience in medicine, psychology, nutrition, and exercise. Through workshops and hands-on sessions, participants were able to try out many things for themselves and take away ideas to apply to their daily lives. The team’s passion for inspiring people to adopt a healthy lifestyle was also palpable.

Lots of positive feedback and new ideas
The participants’ response was a source of great joy for both the speakers and the organizing team. “The interest, the one-on-one conversations, and the positive feedback encourage us to continue developing this format,” says Managing Director Andreas Leitner. The lessons learned from the inaugural event are already being incorporated into plans for next year.

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REDUCE Gesundheitsresort Bad Tatzmannsdorf
Alexandra Klucsarits
Team Leader Marketing