How can AT practitioners better serve the millions of people living with osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis affects more than 200 million people worldwide, yet many AT teachers have received little formal education about the disease, current fracture risk guidelines, or how to communicate effectively with this growing population. In this interactive workshop, we'll explore current osteoporosis science, common movement precautions, and practical ways to translate Alexander Technique principles into language that resonates with people living with osteoporosis and the healthcare professionals who support them. Together, we'll examine how many core Alexander Technique procedures including Constructive Rest, Going onto the toes, sit-to-stand, the Position of Mechanical Advantage, balance, and coordinated movement already align with strategies that may help reduce fall and fracture risk.
We'll also discuss where AT fits within today's evidence-based approach to osteoporosis management, including the important roles of progressive resistance (weight) training, impact (jump) training, balance, and functional movement. Participants will be introduced to safe, beginner-level weight-bearing and impact exercises and will leave with practical ideas for integrating current bone health science into their teaching.
Whether you work with people who have low bone density or simply want to be better prepared to support clients with osteopenia or osteoporosis, this workshop will provide an accessible foundation for expanding your knowledge and confidence and help you recognize that you already teach many principles of fracture risk reduction.
Please be prepared with:
A firm chair (preferably without arms)
A yoga mat, blanket, or carpeted floor
A few paperback books (2–4 inches high) to support the head during the Alexander lie down
Comfortable clothing suitable for gentle movement
Space to stand, walk a few steps, and lie comfortably on the floor if able
Weights or two soup cans (optional)
Participation is entirely optional. Participants are welcome to observe or modify activities as needed. Please check with your doctor prior to participation.
About Kristin
Dr. Kristin Mozeiko, AmSAT, DMA is a certified AT practitioner, musician, PRT practitioner, Releasing coach and founder of ART of Releasing. She has nearly twenty years of experience helping individuals reduce pain, improve movement/breathing, and develop greater ease in everyday life.
Kristin specializes in osteoporosis, hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD/EDS), thoracic outlet syndrome, chronic pain, musicians' health, and nervous system regulation. Her research examined the effects of the Alexander Technique in musicians. She integrates science backed research with osteoporosis, strength training, balance, and neuroplasticity into her teaching. Having personally navigated severe osteoporosis herself, she is passionate about empowering others with practical movement/breath strategies that promote confidence, resilience, and long-term bone health.
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