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Fitness Without Stress A Guide to the Alexander T
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Rating: 4.33/5 from 15 reviews One of the best resources for new students.This book is an excellent introduction.I had heard about the Alexander Technique and its benefits from several colleagues, but couldn't for the life of me understand what it was all about. I'd also read a couple of articles but was still mystified. Them someone suggested I read "Fitness Without Stress" and I finally began to understandwhat the Alexander Technique was all about.The book is clearly written and begins in a way that makes a lot of sense to me - by comparing and contrasting the approach of the Alexander Technique to that of most fitness programs in vogue today.Another thing I liked about the book was the inclusion of several personal accounts. The book also provides information on where to go if you want to take a lesson or a workshop, or if you want to read more in depth about the Technique.This is a great "first read" about the Alexander Technique. Be forwarned though: it is not a do-it-yourself book. (In my experience with the Alexander Technique teaching process, which began after I read the book some five years ago, you really do need the help of a skilled teacher to get started in most cases.) Very nice job!Rickover has succeeded where others have failed in making the essential ideas of the Alexander Technique available in clear, everyday language. I seriously injured myself at the height of the aerobics craze and after years of trying everything from chiropractic to surgery (all of which cost big, big $ and did no good) I finally found an Alexander teacher who, in just a few lessons, helped me to be almost completely pain free. Best of all, she showed me how I could look after myself and not be dependant on therapists or doctors. If you're concerned about your body's fitness, buy this book! | ||||||||||||||||||||
But what this book does - and does extremely well - is explain some of the underlying ideas of the Techhnique in a very clear, direct way. I see it as a book to read if you've heard something about the Technique and want to find out more before taking lessons.