Before you listen to this BBC podcast I'd like to introduce myself. My name's

Stevie Middleton and I'm a BBC Commissioner for a load of sport

podcasts. I'm lucky to do that at the BBC because I get to work with leading

journalists, experienced pundits and the biggest

sports stars. Together we bring you untold stories and fascinating insights

straight from the player's mouth. But the best thing about doing this at the BBC is

our unique access to the sporting world.

What that means is that we can bring you podcasts that create a real connection to

dedicated sports fans across the UK.

So if you like this podcast, head over to BBC Sounds where you'll find plenty more. If you struggle sometimes to unwind, like me, then help is at hand.

I'm Dr. Michael Mosley, and I'd like to welcome you to my new immersive BBC Radio 4

podcast series, Deep Calm. We've designed it to help you relax.

It's a podcast about how to tap into and activate a remarkable system that we all have hardwired inside us, our relaxation response, and it's been

developed to be listened to at any time you want to rarely kick back and

decompress. For each episode get comfortable, hit play.

There'll be simple, powerful, scientifically proven techniques to activate your relaxation response.

Soundscapes to help you let go, a walk through the latest research and an audio deep dive into the body to encounter incredible mechanisms

that work to help you rest, restore, and find stillness.

From the breath to guided imagery to the fractal patterns of nature.

I hope you'll subscribe on BBC Sands.