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Progressive muscle relaxation

  1. Clench both fists. Tighten the muscles in your forearms and upper arms. Hold for five to seven seconds. Relax for 20 to 30 seconds.
     

  2. Wrinkle your forehead, close your eyes tightly and purse your lips. Relax.
     

  3. Press your head back as far as possible and shrug your shoulders. Relax.
     

  4. Take a deep breath. Hold. Relax. Take a deep breath, pressing out your stomach. Hold. Relax.
     

  5. Pull your feet and toes back toward your face, tightening you shins. Hold. Relax. Curl your toes and tighten your calves, thighs, and buttocks at the same time. Relax. Don't do these too tightly if you tend to get foot cramps.

 

 

 

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