Category Archives: Yoga

Is Alexander Technique BS?

Larry writes: “Luke’s Alexander method sounds like bull****, these folks should just do some TM and some yoga before seeing Luke.” You can do all the yoga and TM in the world and it is not going to help you … Continue reading

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The Risks And Rewards Of Yoga

I did permanent damage to myself in my first enthusiastic weeks of yoga. I stretched out all sorts of ligaments that will never regain their original condition. It cost me about $1600 worth of physical therapy to ease the pain … Continue reading

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How To Do Yoga More Easily And Pleasurably

Joan Arnold is a New York-based teacher of yoga and of Alexander Technique. Joan tells interviewer Robert Rickover: “Alexander Technique is a way to move more easily. We can use it to refine our movements in daily life and in … Continue reading

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The Scandal-Free World Of Alexander Technique

Go ahead and Google “Alexander Technique.” Look for scandal. Look for debunkers. You won’t find much. I’m unaware of anyone who’s regretted his Alexander lessons from a certified teacher. I don’t know of anyone who’s gotten hurt from becoming aware … Continue reading

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How Alexander Technique Can Improve Your Yoga Practice

Alexander Technique teacher Robert Rickover interviews fellow A.T. teacher and yoga instructor Thomas Cook, a resident of Vienna. Thomas: “People who live without furniture tend not to have back trouble.” “The hands of an Alexander teacher bring the awareness of … Continue reading

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