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These 3 yoga poses have been my go to during lockdown for mood management and support 💜
It’s been a real rollercoaster of emotions, all the highs and all the lows, and throughout it, the one thing that has been consistent, is movement.
Whether it was walking, yoga, stretching, dancing or cycling , I tried to keep moving in some way....
& when I didn’t- BOY, did I notice the difference ! (hello negative thoughts, bad body image, less energy, more cravings for sugar and processed foods etc )
For me, my favourite way to practice yoga & stretching is choosing a couple of moves that feel really good for my body and then holding them for 3-4 mins each ( start with less if you’re not used to holding your stretches/poses).
I chose these by simply tuning into my body and asking what needs releasing (e.g. hips, back, shoulders) or by being mindful in the days/hours before and noticing where there is tension and working those areas!
If you’re feeling like you want some extra support, incorporate some essentials oils with your stretches.
My favourite way to do this is to put my chosen oil in my hands with a carrier oil, take it to my nose, inhale 3 times, apply some under the nose and then whilst I’m holding the stretch , inhaling the aroma from my hands 😍
This is my favourite form of self care, it feels so nourishing!
