Abby Halpin, physical therapist and coach who helps musicians to play life loudly, chats about all the things she wishes musicians knew about their bodies and movement.

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Today she talks about simple strategies piano teachers can use to reduce discomfort while teaching students from an article she wrote for the Vermont Music Teachers Association's newsletter.

Major takeaways:

1. Over 42% of pianists report pain, discomfort, and injury.
2. Increased time spent playing piano, years of experience, and regularity contribute to higher reports of pain.
3. Make your teaching set-up (aka ergonomics) do more work for you.
4. Change up what you're asking of your body while you teach.
5. Individualize your day of teaching based on your body's (and brain's) needs.

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