Coworking isn’t just about desks and Wi-Fi anymore. In a city like Málaga, where sunshine and sea air set the tone, work-life balance takes on a whole new meaning. At The Living Room (TLR), wellbeing isn’t an afterthought – it’s baked into the daily rhythm of the space, right alongside client calls and coffee breaks!
Morning Flow: Yoga with Valeria
Every week, TLR’s own Senior Community Manager, Valeria, swaps her planner and her email notifications for a yoga mat. As a certified yoga teacher, she guides members through sessions that loosen shoulders, ease back tension, and reset minds cluttered from deadlines. It’s not just stretching; it’s a moment to reconnect, breathe, and remind yourself that you’re a human first, a freelancer second.
“Yoga helps people land in their bodies before they dive into work,” Valeria says. “It’s a small ritual that changes the whole energy of the day.”
A Rooftop Designed for Pause and Play
Step upstairs at TLR, and you’ll find a rooftop wellbeing area that feels more like a Mediterranean retreat than an office terraza. Recently upgraded with pull-up and dip bars, it’s the perfect spot for a quick strength session between tasks or an afternoon endorphin boost.
The rooftop is also home to a hammock (ideal for daydreaming or a cheeky power nap), sun-drenched seating for lunches al fresco, and even the occasional brainstorming session under blue skies. If you need to shake off screen fatigue, you can always head up, stretch, and let the Málaga sun do its magic.
Cold Courage: Ice Baths with Ben
If yoga is the gentle reset, weekly ice baths are the bold reboot. TLR’s owner, Ben Kolp, doubles as a certified Wim Hof instructor and leads members through invigorating cold-water plunges. It’s not just about resilience and breathwork; it’s about shared experience and stepping outside comfort zones – together.
“You see people come out of the ice bath grinning ear to ear. It’s not just the cold; it’s the community energy,” Ben explains.
Little Joys: Dogs, Ping Pong & Midday Magic
TLR’s wellbeing at work philosophy isn’t limited to big scheduled events. Sometimes, it’s as simple as petting a dog mid-workday – because yes, we’re proudly pet-friendly! Or it could be challenging a fellow coworker to a spontaneous ping pong match in the kitchen area. These small, light-hearted moments break up the grind. They remind you that work can actually feel good once you take a break every so often.
Wellbeing at Work = Better Everything
At TLR, we don’t separate work from wellbeing – we weave them together. We roll out yoga mats, host ice baths, encourage rooftop workouts, and welcome wagging tails. Every detail helps lighten your workday, strengthen your body, and build a stronger community.
Because at TLR, we don’t just want you to get things done – we want you to thrive while doing them.
* Want to join TLR? Explore our subscription offerings here: https://tlr-coworking.com/subscriptions/. For example, our ‘Friend’ subscription costs just €50/month and gives you access to all TLR events and social gatherings, including the monthly TGIF. If you choose the ‘All Star’ subscription for €275/month, you’ll enjoy your own fixed desk with unlimited access.
