Meditation Meditation is the number one way to relieve stress and relax muscles! You can meditate just before you go to bed to ensure that your body is completely relaxed before you hit the hay; or first thing in the morning to approach the day with a positive attitude that will help prevent stress in the first place. This is the one relaxation technique that is best done every day. And it doesn’t take long! Just 15-30 minutes will have you so relaxed that the world has melted away… at least while you’re meditating. ...