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The Alexander Technique Resource Book

A Reference Guide
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 2008

Summary

The Alexander Technique is a hands-on educational method that helps individuals learn how to eliminate tension in the body caused by habitual limitations in the way they move and think. The health benefits of the Alexander Technique are both physical and emotional. It improves balance, posture, and stamina, and has been shown to improve cognitive functions. And it was practiced and endorsed by renowned philosopher and educator John Dewey.

The Alexander Technique Resource Book provides guidance and information that aids in studying the technique and locating sources for further research in the field. It contains information on print, audio, video, and web-based resources, and includes a description of the basic principles and benefits of the Alexander Technique. This book benefits students, scholars, and researchers, as well as musicians, actors, and athletes looking to enhance performance in physical activities. It is a helpful resource for anyone seeking information on alternative and complementary medicines like the Alexander Technique.



Bibliographic data

Copyright year
2008
ISBN-Print
978-0-8108-5431-4
ISBN-Online
978-0-8108-6392-7
Publisher
Rowman & Littlefield, Lanham
Language
English
Pages
162
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Table of contents

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    1. Contents No access
    2. Preface No access
    3. Acknowledgments No access
    4. Introduction: The History and Foundations of the Alexander Technique No access
  1. Chapter 1. General Texts and Articles No access Pages 1 - 26
  2. Chapter 2. Resources for the Performing Arts, Especially Dance, Music, and Theater No access Pages 27 - 64
  3. Chapter 3. Resources for Sports, Fitness, and Recreation No access Pages 65 - 72
  4. Chapter 4. Resources for Health and Medicine No access Pages 73 - 94
  5. Chapter 5. Electronic Resources on the Alexander Technique No access Pages 95 - 98
  6. Chapter 6. Journals on the Alexander Technique and Body-Work Subjects No access Pages 99 - 114
  7. Chapter 7. Audiovisual Materials No access Pages 115 - 120
  8. Chapter 8. Directory of Alexander Technique Associations No access Pages 121 - 126
  9. A Brief Glossary of Significant Terms No access Pages 127 - 130
  10. Author Index No access Pages 131 - 136
  11. Subject Index No access Pages 137 - 160
  12. About the Authors No access Pages 161 - 162

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