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Ronald Katz’s Gokhale (Gō-clay) Method® Success Story
Excerpts from an interview with Ronald Katz
 Enjoying pain-free time with my granddaughter and her American Girl Tea Party puzzle.
I was cynical going into this work, and admit I had a very negative attitude. I had already made some of the arguments against working with my posture that were anticipated in the book—you’re too old for this, it’s too far gone. . .Yet I have come around to endorsing all the amazing testimonials I read in the book. . .
When I first showed up for the lessons, I explained that I thought the introductory chapters said it all, and that the rest of it was somewhat repetitive. But I was wrong. Every chapter will give you a little something that may look inconsequential, but the magic is in the detail. . .
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The New Year 3 x 3 Fitness Challenge: Strength without Strain
Our recommendation is to get a posture evaluation! To give you a nudge, we are offering a discount on our Online Initial Consultations ($79 instead of $99). This limited offer is available until Sun, Jan 22 while spots last!
Pop-up Course
Join Esther for this 1-day hands-on, detailed introduction to the Gokhale Method which includes our proprietary PostureTracker™ wearable tech. This offering includes a PDF of 8 Steps to a Pain-Free Back, a streaming copy of our DVD Back Pain: The Primal Posture™ Solution, a Stretchsit® Cushion, and a 1-year membership to the Online University.
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Themed Free Online Workshops with Esther
Join Esther for these exciting new Free Online Workshops in the months of January and February!
Is Sitting at Work a Pain in the Back?
Thu, Jan 19, 4 PM (Pacific Time)
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Upper Back Pain Relief with the Gokhale Method
Fri, Jan 27, 11 AM (Pacific Time)
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Sturdy, Upright, and Tall: Posture for Aging
Tue, Jan 31, 1:30 PM (Pacific Time)
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Lower Back Pain Relief with the Gokhale Method
Thu, Feb 2, 12 PM (Pacific Time)
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In the News
A yoga instructor for more than twenty-five years, J. Brown has been developing techniques to teach people how to practice yoga in a deeper and more fulfilling way. Join him in this Yoga Talks Podcast for a fascinating discussion with Esther as they discuss the importance J-shaped spines and relieving back pain with the Gokhale Method.
Kristina Mastrocola shares tips on the Gokhale Method and other natural pain relieving remedies for back pain in this article from First for women.
Dr. Michael Johnson, a practicing physician specializing in treating spinal related problems, interviews Esther Gokhale on his podcast, The Back Doctors Podcast, where he invites doctors from around the world to share patient stories to inform, educate, and offer hope for the millions of people who have back pain. Tune in as he learns about and discusses the benefits of the Gokhale Method with its founder, Esther Gokhale.
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Neck Shear
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Success Story
“My balance has improved; my strength has improved.”

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Quote we're thinking about
“Nature has placed mankind under the governance of two sovereign masters, pain and pleasure.”
~Jeremy Bentham, English philosopher, 1748–1832
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