Guided progressive muscle relaxation

Episode Summary:
Feeling tense? Need to switch off after a match or long day?
This calming session, led by Occupational Therapist Mark McGuigan, guides you through a full-body Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) to help release stress and support recovery.

It’s perfect for use before bed, during injury rehab, or any time your body feels tight and your mind won’t slow down.

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What You’ll Learn:
✅ How to connect mind and body through muscle awareness
✅ A step-by-step guide to progressive relaxation
✅ When and how to use PMR in your routine
✅ How to activate your parasympathetic nervous system for recovery

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Who It’s For:
Ideal for footballers, coaches, and athletes dealing with physical tension, match-day nerves, or stress-related fatigue. Use it as part of your self-care or recovery toolkit.

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Resources:
📺 Watch the video version on YouTube
🎧 Explore the rest of the Mental Health and Recovery Toolkit
🌐 Visit Women’s Football Hub and Willow Grove Consultants for more tools

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🗣️ “This is your moment to breathe, reset, and let go.”

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