It’s that time of year again when exercising outdoors feels about as inviting as pouring a bucket of ice water over your head. So, why not take your workout indoors instead? This very short (yes, really, eight minutes) yoga routine resets your energy, boosts your mood and gets your body flowing without stepping outside.

Instead, all you have to do is step onto one of the best yoga mats and get ready to lengthen and strengthen your body. The routine, curated by Cathy Madeo, is a deeply relaxing addition to mornings or evenings, helping to mobilize your hips, knees, ankles, wrists and spine, and focus on creating space and marrying breath and body. Here’s how you can follow along from home, plus the benefits.

Watch Cathy’s ‘gentle morning yoga’ routine

“Start your day feeling grounded, op

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