The Mensendieck System of Functional Movements as a basis for body sculpture and health is described here with complete instructions for Movement Schemes. Combining the science and music function with the technique of teaching muscle control, Dr. Mensendieck presents ""mild, graduated movements"" based on a study of anatomy and directed at specific muscles. Alms, steps, and diagrams of Movement Schemes for feet, buttocks, abdomen, back, breast, etc. are explicitly given.