How to relax while doing sports?
The Answers / / January 07, 2021
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While running, follow the shape: how your arms move, in what position are your shoulders, where your gaze is directed. We described the technique in detail in this article.
Watch this constantly until the correct position becomes a habit. If during a run you feel that the tension is growing, while inhaling, freely lower your arms to your sides. Then exhale forcefully and shake them lightly, completely relaxing the muscles. After that, run with your usual technique, concentrating on your body position.
Overexertion during other exercises can occur due to clogged and stiff muscles in the upper body. Most often, this problem is faced by people who have to keep their body in one position at work for a long time - for example, sit at the computer or behind the wheel, stand bent over.
In this case, use exercises for stretching the shoulders, chest and back. Here are a few movements from yoga and stretching. Choose the right ones for yourself and do them daily, hold the position for 30-120 seconds. During this, breathe deeply and evenly and try to relax.
If possible, be like a massage or buy videos for self-massage - this can help. And don't forget about power loads. If some muscles are stiff, their antagonists are likely weak. Add to your workouts exercises to strengthen the muscles of the upper body - push-ups and pull-ups, push-ups on the uneven bars.
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