Moshe Feldenkrais was one of the more original thinkers of the 20th century.  An engineer, he studied physics, judo, and improved sonar for the British during WW II.  Injuries sustained first playing soccer and then on a submarine led him to develop the Feldenkrais method of exercise and self-awareness.  His exercises have helped many people recover more fully from injuries and handicaps than traditional medical practices allow. 

His book, Awareness Through Movement:  Easy-to-do health exercises to improve your posture, vision, imagination, and personal awareness, is a must-read for public speakers.  Practicing the Feldenkrais exercises in the book will heighten your awareness of yourself, your poise, and your general alertness – all useful for optimal public speaking. 

Feldenkrais is a keen observer of the way human bodies move, and he understands what is effective and what is not.  Performing the Feldenkrais exercises will help you undo a lifetime of bad habits and develop good ones.  A great summer project for speakers who want to increase their confidence and charisma.