3 types of relaxation technique - Meditation, Visualization, Autogenic Training

2nd Approach: Mind to Muscle

• efferent nerve control - stimulation from brain to muscles
• (meditation, visualization, autogenic training)

The chart below indicated 3 types of relaxation technique (Meditation, Visualization, and Autogenic) that associates with mind to muscle approach.




1^st Type of mind to muscle approach: Meditation

1. deep relaxation, facilitates concentration by disciplining the mind
2. basic components required for meditation

• quiet environment
• comfortable
• position
• mental device
• passive attitude
  

2^nd Type of mind to muscle approach: Visualization

1. a successful relaxation technique that imagine and visualizes being in a place conducting relaxation
2. images to provide athletes with a sense of calm and relaxation

3^rd Type of mind to muscle approach: Autogenic training

1. two physical sensations

• warmth and heaviness
• focus on sensation one trying to produce
• consist of 6-stage