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Move More in 2019

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on January 14, 2019 by Lucy AschamJanuary 14, 2019

Its not exactly a New Year’s resolution, as I find these restrictive and hard to keep. It is an intention to aim for each day. Without intention, I’m on auto-pilot, and depending on when I last set the destination may … Continue reading →

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The 7 benefits of breathing through your nose

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on November 13, 2018 by Lucy AschamNovember 13, 2018

Winter is coming, having a cold is not inevitable – here’s how the Alexander Technique can help… This post is inspired by a conversation I had recently with my friend Louise who is about to go on a long-haul flight … Continue reading →

Posted in alexander technique, nose braething, Uncategorized | Tagged Buteyko Method, calm, hyperventilating, nasal breathing, nose breathing, nostril breathing | Leave a reply

from Prolapse to Park Run: Part 1

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on August 28, 2018 by Lucy AschamAugust 28, 2018

When I was at school I used to run 800 metres and cross country, and enjoyed playing hockey and netball.  When I was in my twenties I walked miles to and from work (sadly in court shoes which require them … Continue reading →

Posted in alexander technique, directions, exercises, pubic symphysis dysfunction, trauma, Uncategorized | Tagged barefoot running, John Woodward, Pelvic organ prolapse, second degree tear, SPD, Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction | 2 Replies

The aggregation of marginal gains

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on June 18, 2018 by Lucy AschamJune 18, 2018

The aggregation of marginal gains It’s so easy to overestimate the importance of one defining moment and underestimate the value of making better decisions on a daily basis.   Almost every habit that you have — good or bad — … Continue reading →

Posted in accumulation, aggregation, intention, movement, Uncategorized | Tagged aggregation of marginal gains, consciously, consistently, posture, Team Sky | Leave a reply

Applying the art of eating ice cream. Try one class.

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on June 11, 2018 by Lucy AschamJune 11, 2018

Eating ice cream – can it be good for the whole of you, not just the taste and sensory delight of the moment?  I’m talking about nutritious movements and how we can make choices whilst we eat.  This is a … Continue reading →

Posted in alexander technique, choice, movement, Uncategorized | Tagged delight, eating, ice cream, jaw, neck, shoulders, tension | Leave a reply

Barefooting

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on May 31, 2018 by Lucy AschamMay 31, 2018

I’ve just had a few days camping and walking in the hills.  These days I don’t wear heavy hiking boots, just a waterproof, thermally insulated, light trainer.  These are Vivobarefoot shoes and are ideal for me as they let me … Continue reading →

Posted in feet, peripheral vision, Uncategorized | Tagged biomechanical, hiking boots, minimalist shoes, miracle, restrictive, shoes, Vivobarefoot | Leave a reply

You are your first instrument

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on May 25, 2018 by Lucy AschamMay 24, 2018

Yesterday I went to a school concert where children aged 7-11 were playing in an orchestra, singing in the choir and playing in groups with other instrumentalists. I was delighted to watch them enjoying themselves, getting up there on stage, … Continue reading →

Posted in alexander technique, movement, musical instrument, standing, Uncategorized | Tagged breathe, comfortable, ease, performing, playing, transformed, violin | Leave a reply

To sleep or write, that is the question?

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on May 18, 2018 by Lucy AschamMay 18, 2018

I made a commitment to myself that I would try and write a blog a day for the month of May. Yesterday it didn’t happen.  I was preparing to go away for the night, then went out to work, got … Continue reading →

Posted in alexander technique, choice, Uncategorized | Tagged commitment, commute, eyesight, grateful, meaningful, self-responsibility | Leave a reply

Say “Yes” to reality

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on May 16, 2018 by Lucy AschamMay 16, 2018

Do you ever have those conversations with yourself when you are saying “I don’t want to do this”…. washing up / commute to work / paperwork  and yet you are doing it?  Yes you are actually doing it.  Your hands … Continue reading →

Posted in alexander technique, choice, squat, Uncategorized | Tagged commute, efficient, squat, tension, yes | 1 Reply

Sharing Work – a humbling, joyful and delicious experience

Alexander Technique in Sheffield & Manchester Posted on May 11, 2018 by Lucy AschamMay 11, 2018

Today I had the great good pleasure to share work with three local teachers. I phoned around many teachers this time last year to connect, say Hello, share where I’m at with my business and hear how they are doing. … Continue reading →

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Recent Blog Posts

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