Kevin Parenteau, founder of Asana at Home Online Yoga, highlights how small steps can create a profound impact. “Winter offers a beautiful opportunity to turn inward and create a sanctuary at home. A soft mat, warm lighting, and a touch of your favorite essential oil can set the stage,” he explains. “Even just 10 minutes of gentle movement, like Yin Yoga, can bring warmth to your body and calm to your mind.”
Yoga doesn’t have to be a solitary activity either. Sam Tackeff, co-founder of Ompractice, an online fitness and mindfulness community, emphasizes the social benefits of online fitness classes during winter. “It’s so important to look out for friends and neighbors, when winter sets in, we typically see isolation peaks in cold weather communities—particularly in older adults, people with limited mobility, and new parents,” Sam explains. Live online classes, like Ompractice’s Tai Chi, or Sound Bowl meditations, are a great way to stay active and connected. These options add a social dimension to any winter survival guide for homebodies.
Brian from The RootBoard offers a practical tip for our yoga practice at home. “If you have a carpeted area, create a serene yoga sanctuary in your apartment this winter with a bamboo platform designed to stabilize and ground your yoga practice on carpet for a studio-like experience, like RootBoard,” he explains. Paired with your favorite mat and a peaceful setup, it’s a simple way to stay active and centered during the colder months.
