F M ALEXANDER (1869-1955)
The Technique was the discovery of F.M.Alexander. An aspiring Australian actor, who came to London in 1904, mainly teaching his discoveries to poeple surrering from respiritory problems and actors. After years of self study
he discovered that the balance of the head on the top of the spine is a
crucial factor in all movement. By adjusting this balance and the
relationship between the head, neck and back, the body as a whole
becomes better aligned. This healthier alignment in turn encourages an
improvement in general functioning, e.g. breathing, circulation and
digestion. Muscle tone improves as undue tensions, both physical and
mental, are released and a greater sense of poise and well-being is experienced.
Photograph of F. M. Alexander © 2005, The Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique, London
