After someone dies, feeling sad on special days, honoring their memory, and remembering good times are normal, healthy ways to grieve. Being sad and withdrawn 8 months after the death is cause for concern.
I would say stretching everyday. That is what makes more sense to me, but I could be incorrect.
Explanation:
If a person wasn't doing much physical activity before, I doubt they could just get up and do things two - four times a week. But, I also don't know your material.