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Importance of Down States for Body Systems
All the body's systems, such as cardiovascular, metabolic, sleep, and muscular systems, require occasional 'down states' for relaxation and restoration. Sleep provides a natural break for the body, especially for the heart during slow wave sleep, which is likened to a cardiovascular holiday. Outside of sleep, engaging in activities like slow deep breathing can create down states that allow the heart to relax and initiate restoration processes.