What are Tension-Type Headaches? Tension-type headaches (TTH) are the most common type of a non-traumatic headache. These headaches are often experienced on both sides of the head or in some cases as a sensation of the head being compressed or squeezed. These headaches are thought to be brought on by stress and are slightly more […]
How Mindfulness Can Build Resilience
Mindfulness is a specific relaxation technique that can help you manage stress and become more resilient. The roots of mindfulness lead us back more than two thousand years. However, it didn’t become a big part of mainstream conversation until recent years. In a mindful state you focus on the now, without letting in intrusive thoughts […]
A Look at How Breath Training Builds Resilience
One of the most common types of relaxation techniques people turn to when they want to de-stress is breathing exercises. These simple techniques are a great way to regulate and reduce the stress you carry in your body and mind. The many different breathing exercises can help you identify ways to breathe more effectively and […]
How Can Changing the Way You Breathe Reduce Stress?
Most of us have probably been told at one point to “take a deep breath” when we are stressed. Maybe we’ve even tried to grab a few big gasps when a stressor is headed our way. Chances are, it didn’t help. Wonder why? Perhaps it was because when trying to take that quick shallow breath […]
How to Use Your EMG Sensor for Breath Training
The Resility biofeedback Muscle Activity Sensor (using surface EMG technology) is capable of playing many different roles in your health journey. Its most basic goal is to teach you about your body and the way it responds to stimuli. One of the more sophisticated roles it can play is to help you exert some control […]