Playing big matches usually causes a
lot of stress. That is why I’d like to write about some relaxation techniques.
1. Meditation
It’s believed to be the most popular method to
reduce stress. A few minutes per day can bring spectacular results. It has been
proven by experiments. Transcendental Meditation is used by many sportsman to
let go of negativity.
2. Deep breathing
It can help
you by lowering the blood pressure and slowing the heart rate. It can take only
5 minutes but helps a lot.
3. Mindfulness
Focus on
the here and now. Enjoy the little things in life. Try not to obsess about your
mistakes.
4. You are not alone
Reach out
to other people. Remember that you have a lot of them to rely on. Especially
your team mates, your family and couch. They will be more than happy to lend a
helping hand.
5. Listen to your body
The
physical effects of stress can be really damaging to your body. Tense muscles
cause a lot of pain. That is why remember about massage and physiotherapy.
These pieces of advice might
seem very simple but acting according to them is no easy thing. They might come
in handy in all sorts of situations for people from all walks of life.
My sources:
It's true that all these techniques are advised to people working under stress, not just sports people. Meditation in particular seems to be super popular although it's not as easy to do as it sounds (at least for me).
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