Exercising effortlessly?
Many of us do some kind of regular exercise, whether for general health and wellbeing, enjoyment, strength, flexibility and range of movement, or for all… Read More »Exercising effortlessly?
Performance
What does research tell us about the Alexander Technique?
If you decide to visit an Alexander Technique teacher, it may be helpful to know that you won’t be receiving treatment for any specific condition.… Read More »What does research tell us about the Alexander Technique?
Still running with the Alexander Technique
In my blog post a year ago I talked about taking up running, aided by Couch to 5K. At the time, I was 6 weeks… Read More »Still running with the Alexander Technique
Cultivating ourselves through Alexander
For many of us, being alongside nature is deeply therapeutic. Whether that’s going for a walk in the countryside, or weeding the garden, there is… Read More »Cultivating ourselves through Alexander
A helping hand
We all need a bit of help from others now and then – someone to lend us a hand. I’m doing Couch to 5K, and… Read More »A helping hand
No time for the gym
It’s hard to find the time for the things we enjoy and that we think are good for us. For many, it’s difficult finding a… Read More »No time for the gym
Do I trust myself?
Do you trust yourself? Or rather, in what ways do you and don’t you trust yourself? Perhaps, for example, you’re a bit lacking in trust… Read More »Do I trust myself?
Learning for life
When we learn any new skill, we inevitably bring our habits of learning to the process. These habits vary but common ones include: Wanting to… Read More »Learning for life
Don’t “take a deep breath”
One thing you’ll never hear an Alexander teacher say is ‘Just take a deep breath’. Alexander teachers help thousands of people with their breathing and… Read More »Don’t “take a deep breath”
Stronger than I think I am?
Learning the Alexander Technique can challenge some of our preconceptions and beliefs. Many of these ideas have been subconsciously absorbed from our culture and upbringing.… Read More »Stronger than I think I am?
With the best of intention
So what is the Alexander Technique all about? I sometimes like to describe it as awareness, intention and balance. In previous posts I described how… Read More »With the best of intention
Learning how to learn
My first experience of sitting on a horse was when I was in my twenties and it ended with me gradually sliding off sideways on… Read More »Learning how to learn