Pauseture User Reviews

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A Transformative Experience

I've been amazed by the Feldenkrais Method, and this app has made it easy to experience its benefits firsthand. After several weeks of using the guided lessons, I became much more aware of my body in ways I never had before. For years, my massage therapist told me the right side of my body was different from my left, but I couldn't feel it. Now I can—and that alone has been an incredible experience.
Also, I'm recovering from depression and navigating perimenopause, both of which have affected my cognitive function. These lessons help me get out of my head and reconnect with my body, leaving me feeling calmer, clearer, and more present. I'm very grateful I found this app and would gladly recommend it.
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Pausature

Pausature has been a great addition to my daily routine. I work a physically demanding job, and the guided exercises have helped me become much more aware of my posture, movement, and body mechanics throughout the day. Glad i found Pausature!

Posture & Immediate Relief From Muscle Pain Right on My Phonr

I cannot recommend the Pauseture app enough; I’ve found its Feldenkrais approach to be especially effective for my arthritis. Within the past few years, I noticed increasing stiffness and joint pain, particularly in my hands and shoulders, and I felt like my posture wasn't as good as it used to be. Traditional exercises often left me feeling more inflamed, but Pauseture has been a completely different story. One of the things I like so much about this app is the sheer variety and convenience of the easy to follow lessons. Having a multitude of targeted sessions right on my phone means I can choose exactly what my body needs that day—whether I want to focus on my upper body or just need a quick reset.
The gentle, mindful movements helped me identify and shift the subtle, bad posture habits I had developed to protect my joints. Pauseture is teaching me how to move with ease, efficiency, and zero strain. Because the movements are incredibly gentle and respectful of your physical limits, I always finish a session feeling a profound and immediate release in tension and significantly less joint pressure.
It doesn't just treat the symptoms; it teaches how to move throughout the day, making walking, sitting, and reaching with more comfort. If you feel stiffness, joint pain or muscle tension, give Pauseture a chance. The flexibility of the app's library and the relief it brings has truly improved my mobility!
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Response from developer

Thank you for this — "it doesn't just treat the symptoms, it teaches how to move throughout the day" is exactly what Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement is designed to do. Your brain is literally learning new movement options, and your joints get to stop bracing. So glad Pauseture is bringing you relief and ease. Keep exploring the library — there is so much more waiting for you. — Beverly, Founder

Skeptical at first, but now a believer!

I was skeptical to try Pauseture at first since I have so many unused apps on my phone with annoying notifications that I just ignore.

But, Pauseture is great for me because there is no ambient noise and there is no right or wrong way to perform a movement. I can just tune in and listen to where my body is on that specific day.

And, the text reminders are gentle nudges that I actually welcome.

I started Pauseture because of back pain from sitting at a desk all day. After using Pauseture for a couple months, my back pain has definitely decreased. I continue to maintain my back health but have also become more aware of the rest of my body. The Pauseture library is a great resource to fine tune my exercise plan based on my body’s constantly changing needs. Give it a try!
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Response from developer

Thank you for taking the time to share you went from skeptic to appreciating the use of our app. Back pain from sitting at a desk all day is rarely just about the back — it's about how the whole body has organized itself around that position over time. The fact that you're now noticing the rest of your body is exactly the right direction. That whole-body awareness is where the lasting change comes from. Keep exploring. The library will meet you wherever you are. You can choose lying down lessons when wanting to relax. Or you can filter for a seated lesson while will improve your awareness how you're sitting, so you can find greater comfort in sitting.— Beverly, Founder

Good Daily Exercise

I loved the app. It’s a good way to ensure I spend time everyday stretching and exercising. A few exercises were hard to follow without a visual example but most were just fine.

Response from developer

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. I'm glad it helps you establish a daily practice. Spending time giving attention to your body is what we're all about. Our audio lessons work differently than traditional stretching or exercise: it's a way for your nervous system to better integrate how your mind and body communicate, so you can do things with greater efficiency and less effort. The audio-only format can be confusing and possibly frustrating, at times, and that is by design, as your brain changes the most when you find change from the inside out, instead of copying a demonstration. It's a practice to get into a beginner's mindset about our own body, that can have amazing results over time - Beverly, Founder

Appreciate this app

I have been using Pauseture consistently, my golf swing is much easier and better from the movement I do in the app

Response from developer

Thank you for sharing your experience. With regular practice, people often notice that as tension eases, movement feels more coordinated and balanced. Rather than effort coming from isolated areas, the body begins to move more as a whole, which can make daily activities feel more comfortable over time. We appreciate you recommending Pauseture.

Much more than I expected!

I engaged in a 21 day series. As a physical therapist, I am aware of this method, but never had specific training. Each morning, I established a routine to finish the series and soon after starting, I found myself looking forward to the next day. My awareness of movement became more astute and I could feel the difference in my body after each session. The impact is big for a short time investment. I’ll definitely continue my journey to learn more about this work with the app.
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Response from developer

Thank you for bringing your physical therapy background to the practice. "The impact is big for a short time investment" is exactly what we hope people discover. The second set of 21 lessons (20 to 30 minute lessons) is where many people find even deeper changes. So grateful to have a PT experience this firsthand. The Feldenkrais Method is a wonderful complement to any PT program. - Beverly, Founder

Wow! 😍

The bite sized lessons and affordability of this app offer a very accessible approach to Feldenkrais. The lesson recordings are high quality and the instruction is excellent. I highly recommend!

Response from developer

Thank you! Bite-sized and accessible was exactly the goal. There are free ATM recordings online, but sound quality was the #1 priority for when building Pauseture — especially for sound-sensitive people like me. Guild Certified teachers, studio-quality recordings, at a price that doesn't require a second thought. So glad it's landing that way. - Beverly, Founder

Love it!

I love Pauseture. It helps me ground and relax, get out of head and be in my body. It’s easy to use and easy to do.

Response from developer

Thank you, Lisa. When we focus on how we move, our brains quiet the overthinking and turns up presence. Calm opens up new choices. So glad you found it. - Beverly, Founder

So good

I’ve loved this experience. Now that I’ve taken the time to slow down I really see the importance in my physical body and mind. I feel like both are calmer and more grounded . I look forward to doing more.

Response from developer

Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. Slowing down to feel something is exactly what our 21 lesson intro series was designed for. And, finding the connection between mind and body is the beginning of your journey. Our library of 365+ lessons are there for you to continue your journey. - Beverly Atkins, Founder

Loving this app

It’s fairly basic and simple. But I’ve finally created a consistent somatic practice. I loved being guided for 21 days to get started. I’m now exploring more lessons. When I skip a day, I notice it. I’ve finally found a form of “meditation” that works for me. Thank you for this. Highly recommend.

Feel great

I have ADHD so listening without demonstrations was difficult for me. Sometimes I fell asleep or turned it off. But over time the subtle movements helped me physically in my karate class and the balance for surfing. Do yourself a favor and try it!

Response from developer

Thank you for sticking with it even when listening without demonstrations felt challenging at first. I also have ADHD and have found that my listening skills improved with consistent practice. It sounds like that may be happening for you too. That curiosity, staying with the discomfort rather than quitting, is exactly how neuroplastic change happens. Better listening, karate and surfing — these are exactly the kinds of benefits I had hoped for when creating Pauseture. — Beverly, Founder

Very helpful app

Been using it for a while, and already feeling better and less back pain. Recommend to everyone who struggles with back pain

Response from developer

Thank you for sharing this. I’m so glad to hear the lessons are helping and that you’re already noticing less back pain. Many people come to Pauseture looking for relief and discover something surprising: it’s not about doing the movements perfectly, but about bringing awareness to how you move and making small adjustments. Often the people who find relief sooner are the ones who experiment with "doing less" and moving more comfortably as they explore the lessons. I really appreciate you recommending it to others. — Beverly Atkins, Founder

Pickleball Game Changer

I have had low back issues playing pickleball for some time and when I first started using the Pauseture app I wasn’t sure if it would help. Boy, was I wrong!!!. Not only did the pain fade away, but my core felt stronger and my body as a whole felt more connected. It is crazy to think that such subtle movements can completely change the way you move, but it has made such a positive impact on my game and on my ability to perform on the court with ease and most importantly without pain. If you haven’t given Pauseture a try it is a must!!
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Response from developer

Thank you for taking the time to leave this review and encourage others to try Pauseture. This is exactly why I built it — to help people find more comfort and joy in the things they love doing. Some people find joy simply in doing the lessons. Others use them to support the activities they care about, like being on the pickleball court. What you noticed is also really interesting. While traditional core work focuses on strengthening specific muscles, these lessons help your nervous system organize how all the muscles work together. When the body coordinates more efficiently, people often feel stronger, more connected, and able to generate more power in their reach and return. I’m so glad it’s helping you play with more ease and without pain. Thank you again for sharing your experience. - Beverly Atkins, Founder

Amazingly Helpful!!

This method has really helped me connect my mind to my body which has been so beneficial for injury recovery, muscle growth and trauma recovery. I’m able to notice how I’m moving, how I’m laying when trying to sleep, where I’m keeping stress and tension and helps me calm down to get ready for bed. I didn’t understand it immediately but when I stopped trying to do it “correctly” and just allowed myself to listen and connect with my body it all started to click. Everyone can benefit from adding this into their routine!
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Response from developer

Thank you for this thoughtful reflection. What you described — noticing how you’re moving, how you’re lying down, where you’re holding tension — is exactly where change begins. It’s truly in the awareness, not the movements alone, that supports injury recovery, muscle balance, and nervous system regulation. As you mentioned, letting go of trying to do it “correctly” is part of the power of the method. Many of us have been conditioned to perform. Returning to a more childlike curiosity — the way we first learned to move — is what allows the nervous system to reorganize. Hearing that it’s supporting your recovery and sleep is exactly why I care so much about making this work accessible. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Beverly Atkins, Founder

Unexpectedly effective

I wasn’t sure this would be for me. I tried yoga and it wasn’t for me and I’ve not had the attention for meditation. I found it odd at first there were no videos to demonstrate, but after a few lessons I found it helpful to listen rather than watch.

Within a few weeks, I noticed less tension in my neck, shoulders and back.

These aren’t workouts. Maybe workout for listening skills and brain training.

For anyone skeptical, i say trust the process of these practical lessons.
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Response from developer

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. I’m glad you gave it a few lessons to get used to a new approach without demonstrations. Many people who haven’t connected with yoga appreciate focusing on what feels good for them, rather than mimicking what feels good for a teacher. That shift often helps people discover movement that works well in their own body. I’m especially glad to hear you’ve noticed a reduction in tension over time. That’s exactly why I built Pauseture — to make this work more accessible and affordable for more people. Beverly Atkins, Founder

Simple but effective

I’m loving this app. I started with the starter series. I wasn’t convinced much was happening. But i was increasingly relaxed and beginning to notice how I move. For example, I had constant hip pain that I was convinced was unhealed trauma. However, I now notice how I lift weights and I’m slightly shifting how I engage my hips and glutes and I’m feeling a release of held tension. I did feel more changes and relaxation when I explored the longer 30 minute lessons so I’d say if you thinks it’s not working, try the longer lessons. The filters are great the app overall is basic but easy to use.
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Response from developer

Thank you for sharing your experience. I’m glad the 21-lesson introductory series helped you ease in, and that the longer lessons are supporting deeper shifts. Hearing that you’re sleeping better and feeling calmer means a lot. I appreciate you taking the time to try Pauseture and for recommending the free trial to others who may be unsure. I'm truly grateful to people who help us to bring Pauseture to more people because feeling good should not be a luxury. Beverly Atkins, Founder

Just finished the 21 starter lessons

My friend told me about this app and I committed to the 21 lessons. I’ll be honest I didn’t feel a thing at first. A couple of hours after the fourth lesson, I was loading the dishwasher and had a sense of calm. I was then curious and continued. I’m sleeping better and noticing how I move so I’m optimistic my recurring back problems will stay at bay with this new awareness. Knowing there’s hundreds more lessons to explore, it was an affordable no brained to sign up for the annual plan.
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Response from developer

Thank you for sharing your experience. Not feeling anything at first is common. When it feels like nothing is happening, the nervous system is often still orienting and learning. Staying curious through that phase is what allows changes to show up later, often in subtle, everyday ways. We’re glad you noticed that shift.

Appreciate this app

I have been using Pauseture consistently for about six months. I own my own business and have a lot of physical labor and I was questioning if I could continue because of the physical demands and pain. I began doing these lessons before and after work and my need for weekly massages has stopped. I’ve also not needed to see my chiropractor in six months because everything feels in alignment. I recommend anyone give is a try. It’s not a quick fix, but with patience and practice, it is an affordable tool to feel better.
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Response from developer

Thank you for sharing your experience. With regular practice, people often notice that as tension eases, movement feels more coordinated and balanced. Rather than effort coming from isolated areas, the body begins to move more as a whole, which can make daily activities feel more comfortable over time. We appreciate you recommending Pauseture.

Gentle practice works

For the past few years, I’ve been living with chronic head, neck, and shoulder pain due to a cervical spine disorder. A friend recommended Pauseture, and while I was hopeful, I was also skeptical especially when I realized there were no videos demonstrating the movements. At first, that was frustrating.

I decided to commit to the 21-lesson starter series anyway. Over time, I began to see that my frustration was part of the problem. I was trying too hard to do everything “correctly.” Once I let go of that and trusted the audio guidance, something shifted. Not having to watch a screen allowed me to relax and actually focus on what I was feeling. Sometimes I even fall asleep during a lesson. I just return to it later when I’m more alert.

As I started moving more slowly and gently, I realized how much of my pain was coming from chronic tension. The smaller and easier I made the movements, the safer my body felt—and the more comfortably I could move. As my body awareness improved, my physical therapist even noticed a difference in how I respond to movement cues.

The starter series made it easy to build a daily practice, and as I’ve explored longer lessons, I’ve noticed further improvements in both comfort and awareness. I also appreciate the variety of teachers and the ability to filter by voice and lesson style.

I’m not 100%, and I wouldn’t say this app is a complete solution for chronic pain. But it has become a helpful and supportive part of my ongoing care. If you’re willing to be patient and give it a real chance, Pauseture can be a valuable tool for managing chronic pain.
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Response from developer

Thank you for taking the time to share such a reflective review. I appreciate you naming both the initial frustration and what shifted for you over time. That moment of letting go of doing things “correctly,” slowing down, and trusting sensation is at the heart of how Pauseture is designed to work. I’m glad the audio-only guidance, the starter series, and the ability to revisit lessons supported you in building a practice that feels safer and more sustainable—and that your increased body awareness carried over into your work with your physical therapist. I also appreciate your clarity in saying Pauseture isn’t a complete solution for chronic pain, but a supportive part of ongoing care. That distinction matters. Thank you for your patience, curiosity, and for giving the process a real chance. Thank you for allowing Pauseture to be a part of your healing journey. --Beverly Atkins Founder, Pauseture