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 I saw this video at a local discount store and picked it up on a whim. I didn't expect much, but it was cheap, so I grabbed it.What a pleasant surprise! I use this video regularly and definitely feel and see the results. Michelle Dozios clearly explains and demonstrates every move but is never condescending, irritating or intrusive. She also shows modifications for beginners and advanced exercisers, plus demonstrations of what NOT to do. I'm not a Pilates expert, but I've seen some of these positions before on other Pilates videos, so I'm guessing they're pretty standard. You'll really feel it in your abs. (I think that overall, Pilates is much more effective -- and interesting -- than crunches for toning abs. I know I see a big difference when I do this video regularly.) This is purely Pilates. There's no cardio, no weights. I like to alternate this video with cardio and weight work; additionally, you can skip the ab section on your other videos and use this instead. This is a great intro to Pilates, and you sure can't beat the price. I highly recommend it.
Pilates seemed like the perfect option, and this video presented it beautifully. I have never done Pilates before, but this workout was very "do-able" for me. The first time I tried it, I watched the first segment that explains Pilates, and teaches you how to maintain form to get the best benefit of the exercises. It also introduces you to some of the jargon. The workout itself is wonderful. The music is very subtle, and the instructor explains things clearly. She's not intimidating, she tells you to go easy if you need to. The exercises are varied- some are more difficult than others, but they get easier the more you do them. Pilates also doesn't require a million reps of each move, it's more focused. The mini stretches she shows in between moves are a gem. The instructor has extremely muscular legs- I wonder if she got them from Pilates alone. The only thing I didn't like about her is that her feet are dirty. The results? My abs are tightening, and my back feels much better |
I bought the DVD version. For someone that's new to pilates, I think it's a good one to get started with. I acutally wished the intermediate workout was a little longer though. I also liked the instructions at the beginning. It was easy to follow and helped when I started the intermediate workout. I thought the rest periods for breathing needed to be a little bit longer as well. Overall, it's pretty good. I'd recommend it.
This dvd was perfect for me. I never tried any type of pilates or yoga. After the first time I was hooked. Very easy to understand, if you watch the video through once you will not have any problems. The instructor is very good, and not annoying at all. I highly recommend for begginers. I would defiantly buy another video from this instructor.
