February 20, 2008

The Facts: Methods of Relaxation

Filed under: Mental, Muscle, Programs, Trainer — arlene @ 3:46 am

If you feel tense, take a run or a stretch instead of a tranquilizer!

Stretching exercises and rhythmical exercises especially aid in relaxation. Some good relaxation exercises are illustrated in the box on pages 244-245.

People who work long hours at a desk can release tension by getting up frequently and stretching, by taking a brisk walk down the hall, or by performing “office exercises.”

Massage, heat, and deep breathing aid relaxation of tense muscles.

Gentle effleurage, a type of massage, heat in the form of a hot bath (or shower or sauna), and deep breathing with prolonged exhalation when combined with conscious relaxation techniques described in this concept, are effective means for relaxing tense muscles for most people. (more…)

Some General Facts about Stress and Tension

Filed under: Essays, Mental, Muscle, Physical, Women, equipment — arlene @ 3:41 am

Stress can be self-induced and pleasurable, or unpleasurable.

Some people may deliberately place themselves in stressful situations; for example, athletes plate themselves under maximum strain; lawyers and surgeons arechallenged by difficulties; and pregnant women acceptthe psychological and physiological stress of bearingchildren. Self-induced stress may also be an unpleasant but necessary interlude that cannot be avoided. For example, there is a risk of falling that is necessary in learning to ride a bicycle. (more…)