Progressive Relaxation with Music
Progressive muscle relaxation guided by the music.
How to play
- Lie down with slow music.
- As the music swells, tense a muscle group.
- As it fades, let go.
- Work through the whole body.
Rules
- Silence.
- Moderate tension.
Variations
Easier
A few groups.
Standard
Full body.
Harder
Without tensing.
Adaptations
- Injuries: skip that area.
- Seated.
Learning goals
- Relaxation.
- Body awareness.
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