Better Pilates with
Alexander Technique

How They Work Together

Think of Pilates as being on the physical end of the spectrum, with a strong emphasis on specific muscles and physical conditioning. The Alexander Technique is at the other end: the mental side, developing conscious awareness of how you move.

A quality Pilates instructor places a lot of emphasis on working accurately with very specific muscles. The Alexander Technique teaches you the coordination and awareness you need to do this well. It teaches you to become more conscious of how you are actually moving, rather than how you think you are moving.

How often do you think you're walking with great posture, then see your reflection in a shop window showing something very different? Alexander Technique closes that gap between intention and reality.

Neck Tension: The Hidden Problem

Many people have chronically tense necks, and that tension is trying to do some of the work that the abdominals should be doing. This means core exercises become much harder, and less effective, than they should be.

The Alexander Technique addresses this by releasing the neck and restoring the natural coordination between head, neck, and back. When that relationship is working, the core can engage properly, and your Pilates practice improves significantly.

What Alexander Technique Adds to Your Practice