So running is once again on my mind having run the Kingston Spring Race this morning. I originally planned to run 16 miles, but in the end ran 8 miles as I wasn't feeling on top form due to a bug a couple of weeks ago. Still, I enjoyed the race and the company of my running mates (Jane, Clare, if you're out there!). There is something about running that really highlights my own use in my mind....in other words I become more aware than ever of my own habits when running. And letting go of the habits, by letting my neck be free and allowing maximum length and width when I'm running really helps. A couple of years ago I attended an Alexander Technique running workshop called "The Art of Running
Many thanks to my lovely client Christelle who has been coming for lessons for over a year now. Christelle has written a great testimonial - see below. If anyone else would like share the benefits that they get from the Technique then please get in touch! Christelle writes: "My Alexander Technique journey and discovery started a bit more than a year ago now. I was experiencing pain in my right shoulder and in my left thigh when standing and sitting; I had tried several other therapies, however, I received no lasting relief from any of them. This brought me to contact Marie for an Alexander Technique lesson. The Alexander lessons helped me little by little to notice the way I use my body in e
