Understanding the Alexander Technique

Alexander technique is an alternative method of learning how to perform daily activities in a busy schedule, in order to reduce the tension of body and mind. This is one of the best methods, which teaches us the technique of movement and different gesture or posture of the body in more efficient and trouble free manner. It is vital to learn this because many of us are usually unaware of our incorrect body postures and inefficient habits, which are the main case of mental and physical stress.This technique is the basic method of self-improvement, which teaches people to change poor habits regarding their different postures, such as sitting, standing, sleeping etc.

Alexander technique gives a practical approach towards improving the ease of body movement, balance, support, and co-ordination.This technique is principally based on the basic concept, which states that every individual has the ability to move and use the body efficiently same as they did in their childhood. However, due to several reasons, the way of movement and the body posture gets compromised.

According to Alexander technique, people need to realize that they have developed inappropriate body postures and this is the only cause of their several ailments.It is not a therapy or a treatment however, it is quite different from this. In simple language, we can say that it is the way in which people learn to adapt the accurate habits or basic daily activities, such as standing, sitting, walking, bending, or picking up an object. This also considers the activities specific to work and lifestyle. Many of them are daily routines, which when performed inappropriately can cause several health concerns.‍

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Benefits of the technique

• According to the technique, excess tension in the body of an individual can bring about unwanted changes with their daily performance. People often get adapted to incorrect postures while performing their daily activities, which can create tensions in their body muscles and further can lead to major ailments.
• This technique can be beneficial in many conditions, such as muscle pains, backaches, neck pain, and joint pain.
• It can prevent the difficulties arising out of stress, such as headaches, migraine, anxiety, depression, and insomnia.
• It helps the individual to learn accurate gestures and postures in order to release the stress and several types of �joints and muscles pain.