A useful component in learning the Alexander Technique is the idea of oppositions. A few Alexander Technique oppositions include: head and torso opposing each other, arms and torso, legs and torso, sit bones down; torso and head up, shoulders opposing each other and more... We probably aren't going to learn the Alexander Technique purely through observation but being aware combined with lessons...
Oprah Story Sparks Interest in Alexander Technique for Back Pain Relief This article appeared in Oprah Magazine. It's a nagging health problem that affects nearly every adult in Western society at least once in his or her lifetime. It ranks near the top as the primary reason people see their doctors, according to the American [...]
I would recommend any patient try the technique before more invasive interventions; that is, patients with chronic or recurrent functional back pain...Dr. Paul Little, Professor of Primary Care Research.
The Alexander Technique is great when you miss the F train, here in NYC...just letting go of extra muscular effort in your neck...
