Manage Stress 

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3. Relax with deep breathing or meditation.
Deep breathing and meditation are 2 ways to relax your muscles and clear your mind.

• Find out how easy it is to use deep breathing to relax.
• Try meditating for a few minutes today.

4. Relax your muscles.
Stress causes tension in your muscles. Try stretching or taking a hot shower to help you relax. Check out these stretches you can do at your desk.

5. Get active.
Physical activity can help prevent and manage stress. It can also help relax your muscles and improve your mood.

• Aim for 2 hours and 30 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity, like walking fast or biking.
• Be sure to exercise for at least 10 minutes at a time.
• Do strengthening activities – like sit-ups or lifting weights – at least 2 days a week.