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The Alexander Technique is a learned method to improve postural and movement dysfunction. It engages the mind and body to reduce physical misuse in daily activities. A student will develop the skills to implement any action with very little strain and maximized balance. It is popular among musicians, dancers and other performers whose work puts their bodies at risk, but can be useful for others as well.

5 Great Resources on Alexander Technique

• AlexanderTechnique: Complete Guide
• Wikipedia: Alexander Technique
• Alexandercenter: Official Website
• American Center for the Alexander Technique: Official Website
• Alexander Technique International: Official Website

What is Alexander Technique?

• American Society for the Alexander Technique: Explanation of Alexander Technique
• WholeHealthMD: What is Alexander Technique
• Alexander-Technique: History of Alexander Technique
• Alexander Technique: What did Alexander Discover - And why is it Important?
• Wikipedia: Premise of Alexander Technique

What Are The Uses and Benefits of Alexander Technique?

• Intelihealth: Unproven Uses
• Alexanderworks: Conditions helped by AT
• iVillage: Move over Yoga: Try the Alexander Technique
• Arthritis Insight: Alexander Technique: Alternative Therapy

What Are The Side Effects, Interactions and Precautions for Alexander Technique?

• Intelihealth: Potential Danger
• Intelihealth: Evidence of use in different health problems
• Healthline: Alexander Technique
• New-Health: Side Effects

Alexander Technique with Other Physical Techniques

• Drizzle.com: The Alexander Technique and Tai Chi Quan
• Alexander Technique International: Alexander Technique and T'ai Chi
• Alexander Technique: Massage Therapy and The Alexander Technique
• Alexander Technique: Ergonomics and The Alexander Technique

Wisdom, Personal Experiences and Blogs about Alexander Technique

• MichaelHanko: Alexander Blog
• yogacenteret:The Alexander Technique - A conversation with Nigel Hornby
• Alexander Technique International: Jack's Story
• Citybeat.com: Body Work, Manual Medicine and the Alexander Technique

Clinical Trials for Alexander Technique

• Pub Med: Randomized controlled trial of the Alexander Technique for idiopathic Parkinson's disease
• Pub Med Enhanced respiratory muscular function in normal adults after lessons in proprioceptive musculoskeletal education without exercises
• Physical Therapy Journal: Improvement in Automatic Postural Coordination Following Alexander Technique Lessons in a Person With Low Back Pain

Research and Related Articles about Alexander Technique

• AlexanderTech Works: Introduction for Health Professionals
• AlexanderTech Works: Alexander Technique and Pilates
• PhysicalTherapy.org: Alexander Technique and Osteoporosis
• PhysicalTherapy.org: How Alexander Technique can alleviate Arthritis Pain
• Alexander Technique: The Alexander Technique and Skiing

Message Boards, Chat and Discussions about Alexander Technique

• (Skew)tips.com: Discover the Alexander Technique and Relieve the Tension
• Alexander Technique Forums: Discussions
• Alexander Technique: AT Online

How to Choose an Alexander Technique Instructor

• WholeHealthMD: Choosing an instructor
• AlexanderTechnique.com: Finding a teacher
• American Center for the Alexander Technique: Find a AT Teacher

Video and Audio on Alexander Technique

• YouTube: Impressions of a First Lesson
• YouTube: The Alexander Technique (Hope Martin Studio in NYC)
• YouTube: Alexander Studio London
• YouTube: Introduction to the Alexander Technique
• AHPulse.com: Alexander Technique

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