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Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Tense then relax each muscle group — one by one.
Goal
Release tension stored in unnoticed muscles.
Steps
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Lie. Start feet: tense 5s, relax 10s.
Expected Outcome
Immediate
Deep relaxation.
Evidence base
School: PMR
Founders: Edmund Jacobson (1929)
Jacobson Chicago 1929.
Keywords
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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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