Tension Tamer
The first step to "undoing" tension and finding relief for neck pain is deep relaxation. Relaxing deeply is a sanctuary, yet few of us allow ourselves to enter it. It feels so good that you'd think it would come easily, but many of us are so accustomed to tension that we have to relearn the natural process of letting go.
First, simply lie down on your back on a firm, comfortable surface and let yourself rest. Almost certainly you'll feel your muscles naturally releasing tension, because they no longer have to work to hold you upright. You may notice you spontaneously let out a sigh of relief. To relax more deeply, though, you have to consciously build on these natural responses. The secret to doing this is to focus on the movement of the breath in your body, using it to uncover and melt away tension.
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Crick Fixes
http://www.yogajournal.com/practice/1969
13 Poses to Relieve Tension
http://www.yogajournal.com/health/120
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