Explain the procedure of Autogenic as technique for anxiety

Explain the procedure of Autogenic as technique for anxiety management.

Procedure of Autogenic as technique for anxiety management : In simple terms it is autohypnosis. It consist of a series mental exercises to bring about sensation of heaviness in the limbs, imagination of relaxing senses, general warmth in the body and giving suggestions to the mind that the body is relaxed. Such mental activity enables the athlete to improve the execution and precision of the given skill or task by thinking and imagining about it. This way athlete can organize himself in a better way. Mental rehearsal of competitive situations certainly help in improving athlete’s emotional state as well as his physical performance. We also call it training from within.