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How to keep your body and mind warm during the winter months

As the colder months approach, it becomes even more important to take good care of both body and mind. Warmth plays a crucial role, not just for comfort but for overall well-being. Yoga and meditation are excellent ways to naturally keep your body warm and calm your mind. Let’s dive deeper into the benefits of warmth, movement, and relaxation.

The power of movement

When temperatures drop, our muscles tend to feel stiffer and tighter. Movement is a natural way to keep your body flexible and prevent injuries. Yoga is perfect for this! It gently activates your muscles. Start your yoga session on a warm surface, like a heated blanket, to keep your muscles comfortably warm as you move through the poses. Especially during gentle yoga styles like Yin or Hatha, the extra warmth helps keep your muscles relaxed and flexible, reducing the risk of stiffness. Did you know that many athletes use heat therapy before and after workouts to prepare their muscles for movement and recovery?

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Find warmth in inner peace

Inner warmth is just as important as physical warmth, especially during the colder months when both body and mind could use a little extra care. While physical warmth helps you stay comfortable and relaxed, inner warmth plays a key role in maintaining emotional balance and mental calm. Meditation is a powerful way to cultivate this inner warmth. It not only helps you relax but also releases stress and tension that can build up in your muscles. By meditating regularly, you’ll not only improve your mental clarity but also enhance your overall sense of well-being. Your body feels lighter, your mind becomes calm, and you’ll be better equipped to handle the stress and busyness of daily life. Meditation brings you back to yourself, helping you face the cold outside with a sense of inner peace and warmth.

Tips for yoga and meditation sessions

1. Start your session with breathing exercises to warm your body from the inside. Focus on your breath: by breathing consciously and concentrating on each inhale and exhale, you’ll quickly enter a state of relaxation. This helps calm your mind and keeps you present.

2. New to this? Start with short sessions; gradually increase the time as you become more familiar with the process, and give yourself the time you need.

3.Create a warm, comfortable environment where you can fully relax. For extra warmth and comfort, use a heating blanket.

Build your own routine

There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to yoga or meditation, so it’s worth developing your own routine. Experiment with different exercises to discover what suits you, what helps you relax, and what might not work as well for you. It’s important to choose a time of day when you can focus without distractions. Start your yoga session with simple poses, like downward-facing dog, to warm up your body and release tension. For meditation, begin with breathing exercises to calm your mind. Find out what works best for you and remember: give yourself time to adjust to the relaxation and poses. It might take a little while, but the rewards are well worth it.

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Stay warm

Whether you’re doing an intense yoga session, relaxing with meditation, or simply sinking into the couch after a long day, it’s important to give your body the warmth it needs. Our heated cushions and blankets provide you with that much-deserved comfort, with warmth that penetrates deep into your muscles, fully relaxing your body. Create a cosy and warm moment of peace with Stoov.