Thomas Hanna (1) (1928–)

It's difficult to write an honest and fair review of Somatics because giving the system a proper evaluation entails having some time to practice the recommended exercises. The theory, which can be acquired from reading alone, seems sound, based on relearning healthy movement alternatives to maladaptive postures and movements. Some readers have complained about the robot-like illustrations, but I didn't mind them and thought they were helpful in more clearly showing the required spinal movements, which would not be apparent using photos of real people. Videos on the Internet are available as well to illustrate many of the exercises.… (more)