01/09/2026
Winter Wellness Wisdom ❄️
As many of us are setting New Year health goals, I felt prompted to share a few insights from Traditional Chinese Medicine.
At the start of a new year, there can be a strong urge to push—to jump into intense workouts, structured routines, and big goals. That motivation and discipline can be powerful and empowering. At the same time, after a busy year-end and the “go-go” energy of the holidays, some bodies may still be in need of recovery and replenishment.
From a Chinese medicine perspective, winter is a time of deep rest and conservation. In nature, plants draw their energy inward to their roots. Animals hibernate. The days are darker, quieter, and cold. Everything is focused on preserving energy so it can re-emerge strong in the spring.
Energetically, winter invites thoughtful and restorative movement—activity that supports the body rather than drains it. This can look like warm yin yoga, gentle stretching, slower strength work, or simply allowing more recovery time between workouts. Small, sustainable changes made now can be just as impactful as big ones—especially when they’re practices you can maintain throughout the year.
For those who feel strong and motivated to train hard right now, this isn’t about stopping. Chinese medicine invites balance: supporting your workouts with adequate rest, nutrition, and recovery so your energy stays strong long-term.
Listening to your body is key. If your workload or stress levels have been high, it may feel more supportive to choose gentle movement at home on certain days, while allowing more intense activity when your energy feels full and resilient.
Health doesn’t always come from doing more. Sometimes it comes from doing less with intention, honouring both strength and rest, effort and recovery.
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