Day two of Self-Care Week, and the winter slump is real. Shorter days = heavier duvet. But here’s the hack: move. Not a 5k run (unless you’re into that). We’re talking 10 minutes of anything that gets your blood flowing.
Movement isn’t punishment—it’s a mood reset. Endorphins kick in, stress hormones drop, and suddenly that 2,000-word essay feels 2% less terrifying.
Why bother? Science says gratitude rewires your brain to spot positives instead of threats. Translation: less doom-scrolling, more “I’ve got this”.
Student-proof ways to sneak in movement
- Campus loop: Walk the long way to your next lecture. Bonus points for headphones and a banging playlist.
- Desk dance: Two songs while your kettle boils. Nobody’s watching.
- Stair master: Skip the lift. Your legs (and future self) will thank you.
Today’s menu of movement
1pm Yoga (City Campus) – Beginner-friendly, mats provided, zero lycra required. Guided stretches + breathing you can reuse in your room. Booked? Do it now.
Sadly we’ve had to postpone our walk from City Campus due to flooding, but look out for our Thursday walk from St John’s Campus for a drier route!
And also at St John’s, there’s a pop-up on Thu 20th—same vibe, different campus.
Pro tip: Pair movement with a mate. Accountability + chat = double win.
You don’t need hours. You need moments. Lace up (or just stand up) and feel the shift.
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