Proper use of the body is marked by dynamic oppositional relationships.
There is more here than just standing up straight. The head goes forward and up in relation to the torso going back and up. Visit the links below to see how this idea impacts movement as well as posture.
More on Dynamic Opposition:
Seated Bending, Lead with Your Head
For Bending, Keep Your Head Away from Your Heels
Video: While Looking Up, Don\’t Pull Down
Extra
A Robert Rickover Podcast: How the Alexander Technique Can Help Musicians
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