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This blog has about a hundred Alexander related posture and breathing tips. I started it in March 2010 and added a post every week for about two years. After that I slowed down and now it seems to be completed. I hope you take a look around to find some tips that you like. You can also receive one of these tips every week as an email if you join the Weekly Tip mailing list.
Tip 57 – Video: Think Up When Bending Down
Bending Down? Think Up! This video tip follows up on the previous tip’s graphic look at the meaning of “Up”. As long as your feet are
Tip 56 – Think Up When Bending Down
For easier bending, think that your torso is going up when you are bending down. Enough dressage, now for something more practical. Up seems pretty
Tip 55 – Dressage and the Alexander Technique
The good and bad of dressage. From Roger Federer, to Walter Payton, to this tip’s equestrian example — good use is the same across all
Tip 54 – Be Like Walter Payton
The internal dynamics of Walter Payton Walter Payton offers another example of excellent use. But again, I’m not talking about position. Instead, look for the
Tip 53 – Be Like Roger Federer
Oppositional relationships are an important part of Roger Federer’s excellent use. Alexander Technique teachers talk about using the body well or poorly, and Roger Federer
Tip 52 – Avoid Pulling the Steering Wheel
To reduce neck tension, avoid pulling the steering wheel. I hear a lot of questions about excess tension during driving. Generally, the more you pull
Tip 51 – Stability and Posture
Stability is the result of oppositional relationships, not standing up straight. Having good balance in your daily life isn\’t like balancing a ruler on your
Tip 50 – Neck Tension and Balance
For improved balance, reduce neck tension. New students often ask, “where should I put my head?” In fact, there is no proper position for your