How does Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) work?
PMR is a relaxation technique that involves you slowly tensing and relaxing each muscle group.
How does it help?
Muscle tension is linked to stress and anxiety. PMR focuses on the difference between muscle tension and relaxation. This relaxation technique brings awareness to physical sensations that occur when a person is experiencing stress.
Benefits of PMR
- Reduce Anxiety and Stress
- Decrease Muscle Tension
- When incorporated as part of bed-time routine– it can help relax the mind and body to fall asleep more easily
Resources to Check out
Progressive Muscle Relaxation PDF Script
Breathing Technique #3: Progressive Muscle Relaxation Youtube Video
How to do Progressive Muscle Relaxation Youtube Video
Resources:
Breathing Technique #3: Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Centre for Clinical Interventions: Progressive Muscle Relaxation
How to do Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Progressive Muscle Relaxation – Whole Health Library
Relaxation techniques: Try these steps to reduce stress – Mayo Clinic
