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 SYNOPTIC REVIEW OF THE COMBINED MASSAGE EXERCISES

This is added to assist ready memorization of the exercises and their order, after having studied and learned them from the detailed description.

In the margin is stated the average time—in seconds—for doing each massage exercise five times and likewise the time limit—also in seconds—for interval breathing where indicated.

It will thus serve as a guide when practicing all the exercises together as a daily course.

No. 1

TEMPLE, HEAD, NECK AND THROAT

Massaging (stroking and pressing) the temple, head, neck and throat; at the same time bending the head forward and backward.

At this and at the other intervals where it is indicated, practice the special deep breathing exercise No. 1, once. Or

Practice the general deep breathing exercise A once or twice, but without rising on toes. Time not to exceed fifteen seconds.

If special deep breathing is done while practicing the massage exercises themselves, no deep breathing should be done between them.