A day of gentle movement

Feelings: Feel present, feel deeply connected to your body.

Time required: up to one day or spread across your weekend.

What you’ll need: Comfy clothes, walking shoes, a yoga mat or towel.

ABOUT THE PRODUCT

Movement doesn’t always have to be intense to be powerful. Sometimes, it’s the soft, gentle movements that have the most impact - the ones that leave you feeling more grounded, more present, and more in tune with your body.

This ritual invites you to dedicate a whole day (or a weekend if that works better for you) to moving your body in ways that feel really good - not because you should, but because you can. Think of it as a mini retreat for your body and mind. No pressure. Just presence.

From a slow morning stretch to a winter walk in the fresh air, and a deeply relaxing evening practice, each part of the day is about honouring what your body needs and making it feel truly nurtured. 

INSTRUCTIONS

Start your morning with gentle stretching.
As soon as you wake, pop on some soft music and gently stretch. Roll your shoulders, twist side to side, bend forward, reach overhead. Let your body guide you. This isn’t about doing it ‘right’, it’s about waking up with intention, not intensity.

Take a winter walk.
During the day, bundle up and head outside for a slow walk. There’s no set pace or distance here - just breathe in the fresh air, turn on your senses, and notice the beauty of winter around you. Feel the crunch of leaves, the chill on your skin, the sound of birds. We highly recommend leaving your phone at home.

Wind down with yin yoga.
In the evening, roll out a mat or towel and try a yin yoga session. Yin is a slow, floor-based practice where you hold stretches for a few minutes to gently release tension and reset your nervous system. No need to be flexible or experienced - just comfortable. (Tip: Search YouTube for “beginner yin yoga”, or follow your intuition with simple poses like Child’s Pose, Downward Dog or Cat-Cow.)

End with stillness.
After your final pose, stay lying down for a few moments. Let your breath slow. Notice how your body feels now, compared to this morning. Allow yourself to soak in the sense of calm you’ve created—this is the true gift of mindful movement.