Alexander Technique-The Missing Link Although best known for improving posture and diminishing back pain and neck tension, the Alexander Technique involves changing one's habitual responses. Mind and body are inseparable, and our responses have mental and physical components. The Alexander Technique entry point is primarily on the body side. When we speak about [...]
There is really only one way to improve posture, and I can say it in one word: The Alexander Technique. Ok, that’s three words, but one idea. Most people think they know how to improve posture, but it is not the best way to improve posture, nor is it a permanent way to improve posture. Here’s what most of us know about improving posture: ‘stand up straight!’ ‘Sit up straight!’ We’ve all heard things like ‘suck your stomach in, push your chest out, put your shoulders back, stick your chin back’ etc. This is not the way to improve posture. This is a way to have military posture...
In 1998, just prior to learning the Alexander Technique, I developed severe, debilitating neck pain. This pain, which started in my hand, lasted months. It was caused by hunching over my musical instrument, for decades. I tried just about everything for relief, and was even contemplating risky neck surgery. One of the worst times during the day was when I had to walk. Although I was walking as smoothly as possible, every step brought spinal compression which was excruciating...
The cost of Alexander Technique lessons varies greatly. The first variant would be location. There are Alexander Technique teachers all over the world. The money systems are as varied as the countries. Here in the United States, location is again one of the determining factors. An Alexander Technique teacher from a small town will probably charge less than a teacher from a large city...My fee is...
