(CNN) — Thanksgiving is a day of gratitude, connection and celebration, but it can also be physically demanding and mentally draining. Hours of cooking, sitting at the table and navigating a full day of activity and socializing can leave you exhausted, bloated and stiff by evening.

Simple mind-body strategies woven throughout your day can help you avoid that fate, supporting your energy, digestion and nervous system from morning through bedtime.

The 12 tips below require no equipment and take just minutes each — but they can make the difference between ending your holiday depleted or refreshed.

Early morning: Set the foundation

1. Lay the groundwork with deep breathing: Before the day gets busy, spend a few minutes focused on establishing long, deep diaphragmatic breaths . You ca

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