Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Systematically tensing and relaxing different muscle groups helps release physical tension, reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and enhance overall relaxation.
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Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) is a relaxation technique that involves systematically tensing and then relaxing different muscle groups in your body. This practice helps you become more aware of physical sensations and learn to recognize and release tension. By deliberately tensing muscles and then releasing them, you create a deeper state of relaxation than you might achieve through passive relaxation alone. Research has shown that PMR can reduce anxiety, lower blood pressure, improve sleep quality, and decrease chronic pain. The technique works by interrupting the cycle of stress and tension, teaching your body to distinguish between tension and relaxation, and providing a practical tool you can use anytime you feel stressed or anxious.
