TREND SETTER
WO R KO U T S F O R YO U R MOODS NEW YEAR, NEW US. We don’t mean to be cliché, but is there really any better time for working on yourself than when Jan. 1 rolls around—whether you’re focused on your physical health or your mental health? It sure seems like the perfect time, but there will also be days when you’re just not quite feeling it. The holidays are over, the days are shorter and, let’s face it, there’s not really a ton to look forward to until spring sprouts. But, whatever
NEED A PICK-ME-UP, BUT DON’T QUITE
your mood is this time of year, there’s still an
HAVE THE ENERGY? THESE ACTIVITIES WILL
activity you can do that’s worthwhile—and
GET YOU MOVING AND OUT OF YOUR
will give you a boost! Here’s how to choose the right one.
POST-HOLIDAY FUNK
YO G A
FEELING ANXIOUS
A regular yoga practice can help to ease anxiety by increasing body awareness, reducing muscle tension, relieving stress and sharpening attention + concentration.
01 R AG D O L L Ragdoll pose is great for relaxation and to release tension. Stand tall + reach your arms up, then allow them to fall gently toward the floor as you bend down.
02 C H I L D ’ S P O S E This calming and restorative pose is a common beginner’s position. Starting from your knees, sit back on your heels then walk your arms forward, bringing your torso down until you can rest your forehead on the floor.
03 S AVA S A N A Relax one body part at a time, one muscle
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at a time + one thought at a time through a daily Savasana practice.
