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Ruthy Alon demonstrating jumping safely in a wrap.
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An exercise program for regenerating bone tissue based on Dr. Moshe
Feldenkrais' approach to somatic learning.
BONES FOR LIFE addresses one of the chronic problems of today's
western society: the deterioration of bone tissue. This pioneering
work which focuses on the prevention and reversal of osteoporosis
was developed by Ruthy Alon, Senior Trainer in the Feldenkrais
Method. It was inspired by studies of African women who bear heavy
loads on their heads with effortless grace and have only five
percent of the bone fractures of Western women - despite lower bone
density.
BONES FOR LIFE is designed to increase bone strength safely by
incorporating the alignment principles of the work of Moshe
Feldenkrais. Bone is a living organ, and, like the other parts of
our organism, it is constantly renewing itself. The rate of this
renewal is determined by demand: the more pressure the
bones experience, the more they are stimulated to renew themselves.
BONES FOR LIFE is a series of pain-free exercises that, as well
as stimulating the growth of bone, promotes elasticity of the bones.
Simple tools are used such as a strip of cloth as a wrap and light
weights. Many of the movements are done while pushing into the wall
in lying down, sitting and standing postures. Pushing the wall with
the hands creates a strong connection through the shoulder blades to
help coordinate the function of the upper back and the rest of the
body. Power is transmitted through the whole body with a dynamic,
rhythmic, springy pace equivalent to walking. All the movements are
related to walking with emphasis on efficient alignment.
BONES FOR LIFE's dynamic movements enable the blood, which
carries oxygen, calcium and other nutrients, to penetrate the solid
tissue of the bones providing for growth of new bone cells. BONES
FOR LIFE is suitable for women and men of all ages. The program
consists of movement exercises that you can learn at your own pace
and integrate into your daily life. In addition to teaching classes,
Anna incorporates Bones for Life into her individual Feldenkrais
sessions and teaches a
Bones for Life
Teacher Training Program.
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