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Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Tense then relax each muscle group — one by one.

15 min Beginner

Goal

Release tension stored in unnoticed muscles.

Steps

  1. 1
    Lie. Start feet: tense 5s, relax 10s.
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Expected Outcome

Immediate
Deep relaxation.

Evidence base

School: PMR

Founders: Edmund Jacobson (1929)

Jacobson Chicago 1929.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does "Progressive Muscle Relaxation" take?
This exercise takes about 15 minutes, practiced solo in a Somatic format.
When will I notice the effect of "Progressive Muscle Relaxation"?
Deep relaxation. In the short term: Calmer sleep.
Is "Progressive Muscle Relaxation" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on PMR (Edmund Jacobson (1929)). Jacobson Chicago 1929.
Is "Progressive Muscle Relaxation" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Beginner. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.

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