“What is the Alexander Technique?” This is a question I am often asked, and if you’ve been following me on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn you may have noticed that I’ve been occasionally posting simple one-sentence descriptions of the Alexander … Continue reading →
In my eight-part series of posts for computer users, I considered, from my perspective as an Alexander Technique teacher, how we can best use our bodies as we work. I thought it would be useful to put it all together … Continue reading →
Using a laptop presents its own special challenges. In my last blog I looked at ways to set up your work station, and in particular your seat, to support you better as you use your computer. And I repeat again … Continue reading →
So far in this series, I’ve considered many things, all to do with awareness and the way we use ourselves – our bodies, our minds, our breath – but I’ve not yet looked at the arrangement of our work station. … Continue reading →
Breathe! I was tempted to leave it at that, and have a one-word blog post for this latest in my series for computer users! Simply, if we just keep reminding ourselves to breathe as we work at our computers we’ll … Continue reading →
I recently read an article in the London Evening Standard entitled “iPad Hand: the new RSIs.” The article discussed a new type of repetitive strain injury (RSI) which is cropping up due to the way people are using their hands … Continue reading →
So far in this series we’ve considered awareness, which is actually a theme running throughout, balance, our sit bones, and what we do with our head and neck – all while we sit at the computer. But let’s not forget … Continue reading →
As you sit reading this blog, take a moment to notice your head! Is it lightly balancing on an easeful neck, or is it pulled forward toward the computer screen, distorting your neck, and most likely your back and the … Continue reading →
In Part 1 I introduced the concept of awareness while at the computer, in particular that of the space around us. Now I want to expand on that to include awareness of how and where we balance, something we may … Continue reading →
Many of us, me included, have a love-hate relationship with technology – our computers, laptops, iPads, tablets and cell phones. We love everything they do for us: that seamless interface that connects us, almost instantaneously, with the world. We use … Continue reading →