Dynamic alignment through imagery - Franklin, Eric N. (Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, 2012)
Posture and dynamic alignment -- Roots of imagery for alignment -- P ostural models and dynamic alignment -- Foundations of mental imagery - - Change through imagery -- Benefits and types of imagery -- General gu idelines before using imagery -- Biomechanical and anatomical principle s and exercises -- Finding your center and befriending gravity -- Laws of motion and force systems -- Joint and muscle function -- Exercises f or anatomical imagery -- Pelvis, hip, joint, and company -- Knee, lower leg, and foot -- Spine and body wall -- Shoulders, arms, and hands -- Head and neck -- Rib cage, breath, and organs -- Returning to holistic alignment -- Definitions of dynamic alignment -- Integrating dynamic al ignment exercises.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Keywords: Dance -- Physiological aspects; Posture; Body image; Mind and body; Postural Balance; Imagery (Psychotherapy); Posture; Relaxation Therapy -- methods