Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises ®
TRE® is an innovative set of exercises designed to help the body release deep-seated patterns of stress, tension, and trauma in muscles.
These exercises trigger a natural reflex in your body, making it shake or vibrate. This release of muscle tension helps calm your nervous system. When this shaking reflex is activated in a safe and controlled setting, your body is encouraged to regain its balance. TRE® is built on the idea that stress, tension, and trauma affect both your mind and body, as supported by research. It involves gentle muscle vibrations that typically feel enjoyable and comforting. After practicing these exercises, many individuals report experiencing a sense of peace and improved well-being. TRE® has positively impacted countless people worldwide.
Who can benefit from Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises®?
You! It taps into our natural human behavior by activating muscle shaking, promoting deep relaxation, and reducing stress. It can help release emotions, whether from everyday stress, relationship conflicts, work pressures, or past traumas.
Whether you’re a parent, a survivor of trauma, a soldier dealing with PTSD, an athlete, or anyone seeking greater resilience and well-being, TRE can benefit you. It focuses on releasing the psoas muscle, which stores physical, emotional, and mental stress over time.
TRE, created by Dr. David Berceli, is a simple and innovative series of exercises designed to release deep-seated stress, tension, and trauma in the body. By safely triggering a natural shaking reflex, it calms the nervous system and encourages your body to return to a balanced state. Check out Dr. Berceli’s introduction video for more information.
Reported Benefits Include:
- Reduced Worry & Anxiety
- Alleviation of PTSD Symptoms
- Increased Energy & Endurance
- Enhanced Marital Relationships
- Decreased Workplace Stress
- Improved Sleep Quality
- Minimized Relationship Conflict
- Relief from Muscle & Back Pain
- Enhanced Emotional Resilience
- Diminished Symptoms of Vicarious Trauma
- Healing of Past Injuries
- Reduced Anxiety Related to Serious Illness
- Relief from Chronic Medical Conditions
Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises® is a safe and effective stress release technique for most people.
It transcends cultural and language barriers, as it relies on natural physiological responses shared by all human beings. It is generally considered a safe and effective method for stress release for most individuals. However, it’s crucial to emphasize that TRE should not be used as a substitute for medical or psychological trauma recovery procedures, as your well-being remains paramount.
TRE® involve therapeutic muscle tremors that your body naturally uses to reduce stress and restore well-being.
This body-based (somatic) process is meant to release tension without the need to verbally revisit traumatic experiences, especially when done properly under the guidance of a Certified TRE Provider.
TRE is a tool designed to be learned and utilized throughout one’s life, supporting personal health and wholeness. It can function as a simple technique for reducing tension in a physical exercise routine or complement other treatment modalities, particularly in the recovery from PTSD and anxiety disorders.
Moreover, TRE can be taught to large groups, making it valuable for communities that have experienced mass trauma. It fosters cohesiveness and helps in resolving disputes, whether they are of interpersonal, corporate, or political nature.
*Additional information
For those with physical or psychological conditions requiring careful management, individuals with fragile psychological defenses, a history of complex trauma, or physical and medical limitations, it’s important to consult with a medical practitioner or Certified TRE Provider before attempting these exercises.
It’s worth noting that Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises® are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.
Remember, for any medical advice, consult with a physician or qualified healthcare professional. Results can vary from person to person, and there are no guaranteed outcomes, whether explicitly stated or implied. Your experience may be unique to your individual circumstances.