Morning yoga routine to stay energized and warm this winter

Cold mornings can make it tempting to stay curled up in bed, but starting your day with yoga can do wonders for your body and mind.

A few energizing yoga poses practiced in the morning can warm up stiff muscles, boost circulation, and set a positive tone for the day. 

Here’s a simple winter yoga routine to help you stay active, cozy, and full of energy.

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1. Sun Salutations (Surya Namaskar)

The classic Sun Salutation is a complete body workout that generates internal heat and boosts flexibility. Flow through a few rounds at a steady pace to awaken your muscles, improve blood flow, and enhance metabolism.

2. Cat-Cow Pose (Marjaryasana-Bitilasana)

This gentle flow between arching and rounding the spine relieves morning stiffness and warms up the back and shoulders. It also improves spinal mobility and helps you breathe more deeply.

3. Chair Pose (Utkatasana)

Utkatasana strengthens the thighs and core while building heat in the lower body. Holding this pose for a few breaths helps increase endurance and activates your inner fire on cold mornings.

4. Warrior II (Virabhadrasana II)

This strong standing pose engages the legs, arms, and core, improving stamina and stability. It also opens the chest and shoulders, encouraging deeper breathing to energize the body.

5. Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana)

Cobra Pose gently stretches the spine, opens the chest, and promotes warmth through improved circulation. It also helps combat winter sluggishness by stimulating energy flow.

6. Seated Forward Bend (Paschimottanasana)

End your routine with this calming stretch to balance the body’s energy. It relaxes the mind, relieves stress, and improves digestion — perfect after an active start.

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Practicing these poses for just 15–20 minutes each morning can keep you warm, flexible, and refreshed all day. Pair your yoga with a few deep breaths and a cup of herbal tea, and you’ll find the winter blues melting away naturally.