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We are in an exploring age. In search of treasure and discovery we fathom the deepest sea, scale the highest mountain and we even journey toward the stars. With the same intent we are beginning to travel to the depths of our own conscience through meditation. When you start practicing meditation and relaxation techniques on a consistent basis, you will find that it is easy, convenient and cheaper than spending a few hours on a shrink’s couch. Meditation and relaxation techniques have many benefits. When a person is in an emergency or stressful situations the hormones epinephrine (adrenaline) rushes into our bloodstream. This process brings a welcome burst of energy. But if you’re not in any danger at all, it does cause unhealthy increase in blood pressure and heart rate. Through meditation and relaxation techniques we can reshape our emotional reactions in a high pressure situation. We can meditate effectively if we know how to reach the alpha state by learning the different stat...

Studies showed that marathoners at the end of the finish line after a 10k or 25k run still have plenty of glycogen and ATP ( a chemical that stores energy) in the runner's muscles. Scientists concluded that fatigue sets in when the brain tells them to conserve energy. The brain doesn't know what is real experience or just imagined. So taking 5 to 10 minutes to visualize and envision running a few miles with energy to spare and affirming and repeating "I'm strong and fast" will restructure your brain to enter a state of bliss while exercising allowing you to workout harder. Imagine tension draining from your muscle and you will feel your legs will start to move with ease and feel more energized. Conversely, if your brain doesn't know how much energy you will need for a workout it will send you signals to conserve energy and the body starts to build up lactic acid and make you feel fatigue. That's why unfamiliar routes seem harder. So if you want to make you...