{"id":62261,"date":"2024-07-31T08:26:09","date_gmt":"2024-07-31T08:26:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=62261"},"modified":"2024-08-13T13:25:47","modified_gmt":"2024-08-13T13:25:47","slug":"somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/","title":{"rendered":"Somatic Stretches You Can Do in Bed"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/#What_is_Somatic_Stretching\" >What is Somatic Stretching?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/#3_Somatic_Stretches_to_Try_in_Bed_for_Beginners\" >3 Somatic Stretches to Try in Bed for Beginners<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/#Childs_Pose\" >Child\u2019s Pose<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/#Cobra\" >Cobra<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/#Seated_Twist\" >Seated Twist<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/#How_Do_You_Release_Somatic_Tension\" >How Do You Release Somatic Tension?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/#Do_Somatic_Exercises_Make_You_Tired\" >Do Somatic Exercises Make You Tired?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/#How_Can_I_Do_Somatic_Therapy_By_Myself\" >How Can I Do Somatic Therapy By Myself?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/#What_is_a_somatic_release\" >What is a somatic release?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/#Whats_the_difference_between_somatic_stretching_and_yoga\" >What&#8217;s the difference between somatic stretching and yoga?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/#Where_is_trauma_stored_in_the_body\" >Where is trauma stored in the body?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/#How_often_should_you_do_somatic_exercises\" >How often should you do somatic exercises?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/#What_is_a_somatic_massage\" >What is a somatic massage?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-stretches-you-can-do-in-bed\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the mainstream health and fitness world, we\u2019re often programmed to think that in order to improve our health, we need to be doing intense cardio or lifting sessions. While these types of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-workouts\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">workout <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">have a plethora of health benefits, your body can also benefit from slow and purposeful movements. In addition, your mind can also benefit from doing these types of movements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=somatic_stretches_in_bed\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1-5.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Engaging in somatic activities such as yoga, Pilates, and dancing is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-exercises-benefits\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">beneficial for your mental and physical health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These activities facilitate mind-body connections and can improve balance, flexibility, strength, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-awareness\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">body awareness <\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4198945\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(1)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. One of the great things about somatic exercises, including stretches, is that you can do them from almost anywhere and without any assistive equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-exercises-for-beginners\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic exercise for beginners<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be a bit intimidating and even slightly confusing. One way to get started is by doing somatic stretches or somatic yoga. You can even start your journey with somatic exercise by doing somatic stretches in bed. This will allow you to feel comfortable, relaxed, and free of external pressures you may experience in a class.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Doing somatic stretches in bed is a great way to get your muscles and joints ready for a busy day and can also help you calm yourself and reconnect with your body at the end of the day. Doing somatic stretches before starting your day and before going to bed is a great way to widen your focus and can also help you deal with chronic pain, which is experienced by roughly 20% of people across the world (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.liebertpub.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1089\/act.2020.29285.hsa\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/psychology\/articles\/10.3389\/fpsyg.2020.620381\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to understand more about the benefits of somatic stretching and how you can do somatic stretches in bed, then continue reading.<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=somatic_stretches_in_bed\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/3-3.png\" alt=\"somatic stretches in bed\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Somatic_Stretching\"><\/span><b>What is Somatic Stretching?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic stretching involves engaging in movements of the body that focus on the sensory-motor system. The purpose of this type of stretching is to improve your flexibility and mobility, make you more aware of your body, and hopefully decrease discomfort that is caused by chronic pain <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/psychology\/articles\/10.3389\/fpsyg.2020.620381\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(3).<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As with typical stretching, somatic stretching involves consciously moving different parts of your body. The difference is that the somatic-specific movements are meant to spark a connection between the different parts of your body and your brain. Somatic stretching places more focus on lengthening your muscles and releasing built-up tension in them than traditional stretching does. This is done by engaging in both static and dynamic holds. By doing this, it is hoped that you\u2019ll improve your mind-body connection and reteach your body how to move properly\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe: Meditation &amp; Sleep app can help you transmute stress into serenity, pull you up from the doldrums, free your mind from the cares and worries of the world, quell racing thoughts and infuse you with tranquility! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=somatic_stretches_in_bed\">Start using it now and change your life<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Somatic_Stretches_to_Try_in_Bed_for_Beginners\"><\/span><b>3 Somatic Stretches to Try in Bed for Beginners<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many different somatic stretches you can try in bed. It\u2019s a good idea to switch up which ones you do from time to time. You may also want to try some when you wake up and others before you go to sleep. You can experiment with the different stretches to see how they make you feel, which may help you determine when you want to do them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While these stretches are meant to make your body feel good and are seen as beginner-friendly, all bodies are different and we all have different ailments and comfort levels. If something feels uncomfortable, you may not be doing it right or it might not be a good fit for your body. If this occurs, try something else until you feel comfortable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These stretches aren\u2019t meant to put stress on your body or cause discomfort, so it\u2019s important to stay in tune with the needs of your body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Childs_Pose\"><\/span><b>Child\u2019s Pose<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting from a kneeling position with your knees shoulder-width apart and your shins and tops of your feet making contact with your bed, sit back onto your heels. Keep your buttocks in contact with your heels and slowly lean forward. Extend your fingertips as far out ahead of you as possible and work toward your chest making contact with your bed. Your stomach will eventually make contact with your thighs and at this point, allow your neck and forehead to relax and rest on your bed. While in this position, inhale and exhale nice and slowly, feeling each breath moving in and out while allowing your body to settle into your bed. You can stay in this position for as long as you feel comfortable. Once done, slowly sit back up onto your heels and then return to a neutral position.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cobra\"><\/span><b>Cobra<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start this stretch by lying down flat on your stomach with your palms pressed into your bed near your nipple line. Your elbows should be tucked into your sides and pointing straight back. Once you\u2019re settled in this position, slowly push off of your hands, allowing only your body from your ribs up to become elevated off the bed. This will create an arched back. Your pelvis, thighs, and feet will remain in contact with the bed. Stretch your chin and neck toward the sky and push your shoulders up and back. You can remain still in this position or repeat the pattern of movement 3 or more times. Slowly bring your chest back into the bed and gently return to the arched position. Breathe in as you direct your chin toward the sky and gently exhale once you\u2019ve returned to the lying flat position.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Seated_Twist\"><\/span><b>Seated Twist<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting in a seated position with your knees bent and facing left, place your right hand on your left shoulder. Slowly rotate the trunk of your body left up to three times. Once you\u2019re completely turned left, hold the trunk of your body still and turn your head to the right. You can do this up to three times. With your body still held toward the left, tilt your face up to the sky but keep your eyes looking toward the ground, then move your face toward the floor while keeping your eyes looking at the sky. You can also complete this up to three times. Repeat for the other side of your body. This is one of the best upper-back stretches you can do in bed with ease.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-healing-techniques\/ \"><i>Somatic Healing Techniques: A Holistic Approach to Physical and Emotional Recovery<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Release_Somatic_Tension\"><\/span><b>How Do You Release Somatic Tension?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you engage in somatic stretching with the intention of releasing tension, it\u2019s important that you\u2019re fully present in the moment. This means being conscious of every movement you make and being hyper-aware of the way your body responds to the movements. This includes making a mental note of any bodily sensations you experience. It\u2019s possible that this will sometimes mean recognizing uncomfortable sensations and working through them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you attempt to release somatic tension, you should ease into your intended movements. Move carefully and intension into each stretch while engaging in slow and controlled breathing. Doing this will encourage your nervous system to release the built-up tension.\u00a0\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=somatic_stretches_in_bed\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/2-3.png\" alt=\"somatic stretches in bed\" \/><\/a><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=somatic_stretches_in_bed\"><br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Somatic_Exercises_Make_You_Tired\"><\/span><b>Do Somatic Exercises Make You Tired?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are some somatic exercises that will make you tired, but this may not always be the case. Whether or not they make you tired will most likely be dependent on the specific exercise you\u2019re doing and factors such as your mindset and body position could contribute to how tired you feel afterward.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As somatic exercises encourage body-mind concentration, you may feel sleepy after a few attempts. If you\u2019re trying something such as the arm-standing exercise, it\u2019s possible that you\u2019ll feel tired in the lying position. This can happen because your body may enter a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-meditation\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">meditation-type state<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when you let go and allow your body to settle into the surface you\u2019re lying on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re focusing on exhaling deeply during these exercises, this may also contribute to feelings of tiredness. The connection you form between your mind and body when completing somatic exercises can help you feel relaxed, and that will make it easier to fall asleep <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.relak.net\/kiyo\/kiyo2004armstanding.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(2).\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Whether you want to learn how to exit the spiral of self-harming behavior, overcome anxiety, cure insomnia or simply give yourself the time and space to bliss out and soak up the moment of complete peace and quiet &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=somatic_stretches_in_bed\">BetterMe: Meditation &amp; Sleep app is exactly the tool for that <\/a>! If you don\u2019t take care of number one, who will?<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_I_Do_Somatic_Therapy_By_Myself\"><\/span><b>How Can I Do Somatic Therapy By Myself?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some types of somatic therapy are easy to do by yourself. The purpose of somatics is to connect with yourself and bring your mind and body together to move consciously and purposefully. One way you can do this by yourself is through <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-breathwork\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">somatic breathwork<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-dance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">somatic dance. <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While other people can perform somatic therapy on you or provide assistance with the movements, this isn\u2019t necessary. You can initially choose stretches and exercises that you feel safe and comfortable doing on your own. Some of the best types of somatic exercise and therapy are meant to be done by yourself.<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=somatic_stretches_in_bed\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/8-2.png\" alt=\"somatic stretches in bed\" \/><\/a><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=somatic_stretches_in_bed\"><br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_somatic_release\"><\/span><strong>What is a somatic release? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-release\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic release<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> occurs when you complete a series of small movements that are meant to decrease tension and pain throughout your body. These small movements are also meant to bring calmness to your mind and body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_difference_between_somatic_stretching_and_yoga\"><\/span><strong>What&#8217;s the difference between somatic stretching and yoga?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main difference between the two is that somatic stretching focuses on the lengthening of muscles and the release of tension in them, while <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-yoga\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">somatic yoga <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is focused more on strengthening the brain-to-muscle connection.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_is_trauma_stored_in_the_body\"><\/span><strong>Where is trauma stored in the body?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to somatic theory, trauma can be stored in your<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-memory\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> body&#8217;s memory<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which can cause you to feel physical discomfort after the trauma has occurred. Trauma can be stored all throughout the body and may even move from one place to another. However, there are many <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/28-day-somatic-exercise-for-trauma-relief\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">somatic exercises you can do for trauma release.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_should_you_do_somatic_exercises\"><\/span><strong>How often should you do somatic exercises?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s a great idea to do somatic exercises on a daily basis. They are gentle on your body and spending just a few minutes a day doing them is unlikely to cause you any physical harm. However, it will likely have both mental and physical benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_somatic_massage\"><\/span><strong>What is a somatic massage?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A somatic massage, or bodywork, focuses on using different touches and movements to help release tension and pain throughout the body. The work that is done during a somatic massage is intended to help the body heal itself.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=somatic_stretches_in_bed\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2-4.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the great things about somatic stretches and somatic exercise, in general, is that there is no equipment required and typically very little space as well. Doing somatic stretches in bed, either before you sleep, after you wake up, or both can be a great way to either unwind or start the day due to the ability of these stretches to help release tension through the body and reestablish or improve the mind-body connection.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the mainstream health and fitness world, we\u2019re often programmed to think that in order to improve our health, we need to be doing intense cardio or lifting sessions. While these types of workout have a plethora of health benefits, your body can also benefit from slow and purposeful movements. 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