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Alleviate Neck Pain
New Study Published in Annals of Internal Medicine
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A New Year's Resolution That You'll Enjoy Keeping:
Lie Down
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The Alexander Technique "lie-down"is a very simple yet highly effective procedure for reducing long-standing tension habits and improving movement and posture. It consists of lying on the back on a firm surface, e.g., a carpeted or bare floor, with an additional firm and flat support for the head; paperback books work well as a support. The knees are bent and face up to the ceiling and the feet are flat on the floor; both the knees and feet are about hip-width apart.
It's good to practice the "lie-down" for about twenty minutes one or more times a day. Resting in this position allows the body to unwind and lengthen (scroll down to see quote from actor Jonathon Price), providing for more energy, comfort, and ease.
The lie-down can be practiced almost anywhere there is a reasonably flat and firm surface, and it can be particularly helpful when traveling—before and after long hours are spent on a plane or in a car. While a hotel room floor can work well, Alexander Technique Center of Washington student, Michael Subotin, seen in the photos below, has taken advantage of historic sites in his travels!
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Michael lies down in Red Square in Moscow.
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Michael lies down on the rooftop of Palau Guell in Barcelona, Spain.
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Marian's Intensives have been pivotal weeks in my understanding and practice of Alexander Technique. While I've been enjoying all the benefit
that come with weekly lessons, I've made exponential progress during the Intensives. The experience of daily lessons is so transformative, I do whatever I can to
participate in the Intensives every time they are offered.
–
Aaron Goldman
Principal Flute
National Symphony Orchestra
Often the New Year begins with a gym membership and attendance for several months that peters out. I chose a different route this year and invested in 5 daily lessons over a 7 day period. I gifted myself a new body in a short time; it moves more naturally and freer and I feel full of energy. I relished the week and have invested in a second to consolidate and advance. I have taken about 20 years of Alexander lessons and I have never changed so quickly. Thanks Marian for this opportunity.
–Gwynn Sturdevant, Ph.D.
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Back when F. M. Alexander was teaching his technique, people would usually take half-hour Alexander lessons five days a week for a month or more (per F. M. Alexander's requirement). This worked very well, as daily, private lessons provide for more in-depth and rapid learning and improvement. This is still the most beneficial and efficient way to learn the Alexander Technique. Following on this tradition, Marian Goldberg is offering two series of private Alexander Technique lessons:
Payment for the full series is due at the first lesson. No more than one lesson in a series may be rescheduled (with 24-hour advance notice).
Space is very limited for intensives. To schedule a series or for more information, phone Marian, 703-821-2920 or e-mail
alexandercenter@gmx.com
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During February and March, two series of private Alexander Technique lessons with teacher Marian Goldberg are being offered at special rates:
- Five 1/2 hour lessons at a special discounted rate of $275. (Standard rate is $325 for five lessons or $65 per lesson.)
- Three 40 to 50 minute lessons for $195. (Standard rate is $255 for three lessons or $85 per lesson.)
These series of lessons are for:
- People who have not taken a course of 30 lessons but would like to experience the change and improvements that come with an in-depth experience of the Alexander Technique.
- Those who have previously taken a course of lessons and would like a refresher.
The series of five half-hour lessons must be completed within six weeks of purchase and by March 27. The series of three lessons needs to be completed within three weeks of purchase and by March 20. Payment for a full series is due at the first lesson. Rescheduling requires 24-hour advance notice. The total number of lessons that may be rescheduled is limited to two. Each of these two lessons may be rescheduled one time.
To schedule a series or for more information, phone 703-821-2920 or e-mail
alexandercenter@gmx.com
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And Last But Not Least:
A Quote from Actor Jonathon Pryce
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From a March 2015 interview with actor Jonathon Pryce in
The Guardian
:
"Which book changed your life?
The one the teacher put under my head during the
Alexander technique
sessions at
Rada
. [Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts] I grew an inch and a half."
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Photographs of F. M. Alexander © 2015, The Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique, London
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