Whether you re an athlete, a yoga practitioner, or anyone interested in a great workout, these challenging practices will provide you with visible results. The 60-minute Toning and Strengthening Sequence, along with the 30-minute Core Practice, will work your body in new and different ways and leave you feeling stronger, leaner, and more flexible. These dynamic sequences are designed to cleanse and support all of your body s systems, giving you a well-rounded and fun workout that will awaken your physical and mental strength. From Yoga Journal magazine, the most trusted name in Yoga today!
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May 31, 2008
#1
I purchased this DVD through Yoga Journal last week and today was the first chance Ive had to go through it. I did the full flowing set of vinyasa. I agree that the music could have been a little more “spiritual” but the work out itself was a dynamic set.
I have been doing yoga for 7 years off and on and this presented a very good workout. I was sweating and even shaking in these poses which is something I have not had for awhile and at my level of experience.
I suggest this for those who 1) are able to hold poses for at least 5-10 breaths. There are many vigorous binding and extended poses that are held for a long time. If you do not have the stamina to do them you can always do as she suggests and go into childs pose but a good foundation with both strength and stamina are definitely required with this DVD. 2) I would not suggest this DVD for beginners. Though she does have a partner in there with her who does modifications its still something I believe that beginners would struggle with. Since struggle would perhaps impede further exploration of yoga I would not recommend this as a starter video. I would call this an intermediate level video. 3) Finally the instructor for this video goes through proper alignment and yoga posture names. She is on the ball and if you find this guiding to be a bit distracting I would try to rent this from your local library first.
On a whole I honestly have nothing to say bad about this DVD. Yes, the music is a bit “busy” for what I am used to in my practice but given the level of athleticism to this set I think it still works.
I am so grateful I purchased this set and I cannot wait to develop my practice through her guidance!
Blessings!
May 31, 2008
#2
This is the next best thing if you can’t actually make it into a yoga class. Stephanie is amazing– if you’re ever in San Francisco, make sure you sign up for 1 of her classes through Yoga Tree. You won’t be disappointed. I’ve been practicing for 5 years now, and this DVD still makes me sweat. The ab routine is very challenging– I WILL get all the way through it
Very clear, concise and timely instruction. If you’re not a beginner, you won’t even have to look at the screen, as she is with you every step of the way, and through every single pose.
May 31, 2008
#3
I just tried the workout and it was great! I love being able to take a real yoga class in the comfort of my own home. I dont always have time to schedule a class so this DVD is perfect for me. The workout was challenging and easy to follow. The explanation of the poses was easy to follow. This is definately not a DVD that will collect dust in my closet.
May 31, 2008
#4
Well, let’s say you are 16-22 and that you are an athlete. You love techno pop music, and your favorite instrument is the synthesizer. You do weight lifting, run, and participate in sports. You have a lot of exercise under your belt and you want to say that you also do yoga. Well, this is your disc!
No deep commentary. No interesting scenery. Just pure flat yoga poses, some of which are held long enough to really burn up your thighs. There is a second instructor who does modified poses, but she looks like she can squat 250 pounds, so don’t expect her to do anything too easy.
There is no real yoga energy- even the instructors don’t seem to stretch upward dog to the fullest. This is kind of like, “aerobics instructor does yoga routine.”
May 31, 2008
#5
I must have 40 yoga and pilates dvds – from Rodney Yee to Ana Brett’s Kundalini series. I absolutely LOVE this dvd. It’s a nice workout, challenging enough in many ways, and you’ll really see results fast. Clear direction, nice voice, etc. Highly recommended!