In response to these points, many i

In response to these points, many institutions are providing training sessions in addition
to technique classes, either in group or individual settings, that address the conditioning
and alignment issues. Some of these practices address exercise physiology concerns,
and include programs such as weight training, flexibility training, aerobics activities, and
specialized conditioning systems such as Pilates (Clarkson, 1988; ClippingerRobertson,
1988).
Other
systems
focus
on
motor
control
issues
such
as
alignment
and

neuromuscular
re-patterning,
and
include
body
therapies
such
as
Bartenieff

Fundamentals,
Alexander
Technique,
Feldenkrais'
Awareness
Through
Movement,
and

Sweigard's
Ideokinesis
(Myers,
1988).