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With the slinky white leotards, the pastel set and the references to toning and firming, yoga purists might be quick to dismiss Barbara Currie’s Seven Secrets of Yoga as yoga for middle England. Yet Barbara Currie is the Delia Smith of the yoga world--it’s not just that what she does works, but she knows exactly how to make it work for the rest of us.
Though the title implies that this is a session divided into seven segments, there are in fact more than seven parts: a choice of two 10-minute miracles (beginners and advanced) recommended to start the day, followed by a series of six short sequences designed to work either as a sequence a day, or together in an entire, comprehensive session. Currie’s precise instruction covers balancing the body and mind, working the lower back and toning bottom and thighs, toning the tummy and waist, working the arms and neckline, stretching the entire body and relaxing.
Though the focus appears to be toning up, the real surprise is at the end when Currie cleverly reveals the seven secrets: yoga is good for shape, weight, energy, relaxation, concentration, flexibility and youth. This is a succinct and inspiring explanation of the philosophy of yoga.--Lorna V
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116 of 116 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
Oh the joy of finding a form of exercise that I, a confirmed couch potato, absolutely love.
This is my first encounter with Barb (as I like to call her) after she was recommended to me by a friend who regularly pops one of her earlier efforts into the video player.
Determined to start some form of exercise outside of bending over to pick up the TV guide, I took the plunge and I LOVE IT.
From the moment I met Barb, with her pristine white lycra and soft yet firm manner, I was hooked. She takes you through eight different sections, all of which last for 10 minutes each, and makes even a total novice like me feel like I am really getting somewhere.
Each section works on different areas of the body and includes stretches, balances and toning. There are also two 'ten-minute miracle' sections, one of them advanced, which can easily be slotted into your day and leave you feeling relaxed and well-stretched.
The positions (or asanas, if you are a pedant) are amazing. Even though it might seem highly unlikely that you will ever get your forehead to touch your calves, Barb is very positive, reminding beginners that they will improve each time they practise as yoga is 'very progressive'. She's right!
Even if you are not a beginner, this video is still really good as there are two helpers who demonstrate the easy and advanced forms of each position.
I now do two or three sections from this video most days of the week and I try to go through the entire thing at least once. I find that I crave yoga by the time I get home from a long day at work. I've even started sneaking off to the office loo occasionally to do a couple of tension relieving stretches.
Even after about two weeks, I was amazed at the effects on my body and nearly passed out as I brushed my hair one morning and noticed the hugely improved muscle definition in my upper arms.
I cannot recommend this video highly enough. If you are looking to buy a yoga video, don't be swayed by the irritating Geri Halliwell effort. Choose Barb - she's the best!
This is my first encounter with Barb (as I like to call her) after she was recommended to me by a friend who regularly pops one of her earlier efforts into the video player.
Determined to start some form of exercise outside of bending over to pick up the TV guide, I took the plunge and I LOVE IT.
From the moment I met Barb, with her pristine white lycra and soft yet firm manner, I was hooked. She takes you through eight different sections, all of which last for 10 minutes each, and makes even a total novice like me feel like I am really getting somewhere.
Each section works on different areas of the body and includes stretches, balances and toning. There are also two 'ten-minute miracle' sections, one of them advanced, which can easily be slotted into your day and leave you feeling relaxed and well-stretched.
The positions (or asanas, if you are a pedant) are amazing. Even though it might seem highly unlikely that you will ever get your forehead to touch your calves, Barb is very positive, reminding beginners that they will improve each time they practise as yoga is 'very progressive'. She's right!
Even if you are not a beginner, this video is still really good as there are two helpers who demonstrate the easy and advanced forms of each position.
I now do two or three sections from this video most days of the week and I try to go through the entire thing at least once. I find that I crave yoga by the time I get home from a long day at work. I've even started sneaking off to the office loo occasionally to do a couple of tension relieving stretches.
Even after about two weeks, I was amazed at the effects on my body and nearly passed out as I brushed my hair one morning and noticed the hugely improved muscle definition in my upper arms.
I cannot recommend this video highly enough. If you are looking to buy a yoga video, don't be swayed by the irritating Geri Halliwell effort. Choose Barb - she's the best!
49 of 49 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
Realising that I was beginning to feel my age and wanting to be a little trimmer and fitter, I decided to venture into the world of Yoga. I chose this video purely from reading the comments of other Amazon customers and have NOT been disappointed.
It is a BRILLIANT video for beginners. The way it is divided into 10-minute slots means that no one can say they don't have time for exercise!
I didn't want to get too "heavy" to start with and didn't want a lot of the meditation or mental workout often associated with Yoga, just a gentle way to get fitter and become more relaxed. I found that Barbara Currie seems to know exactly how to target a first timer with her clear explanations of each move and her two companions showing me the different stages of each one - very good for keeping your morale up!
I am now completely hooked after only 7 weeks and do 20 - 30 minutes EVERY morning before my busy day starts and often find time for another one or two 10-minute sessions later in the day.
My flexibility has certainly improved and my waistline is slowly reducing too.
All in all, AN EXCELLENT BUY!
It is a BRILLIANT video for beginners. The way it is divided into 10-minute slots means that no one can say they don't have time for exercise!
I didn't want to get too "heavy" to start with and didn't want a lot of the meditation or mental workout often associated with Yoga, just a gentle way to get fitter and become more relaxed. I found that Barbara Currie seems to know exactly how to target a first timer with her clear explanations of each move and her two companions showing me the different stages of each one - very good for keeping your morale up!
I am now completely hooked after only 7 weeks and do 20 - 30 minutes EVERY morning before my busy day starts and often find time for another one or two 10-minute sessions later in the day.
My flexibility has certainly improved and my waistline is slowly reducing too.
All in all, AN EXCELLENT BUY!
335 of 341 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
This video was certainly worth waiting for!! Barbara Currie's latest video "Seven Secrets of Yoga" is her best video yet, and is a great addition to her other Yoga video collections.
This video is broken down into no less than 8 ten minute sections, which are absolutely PERFECT for if you want to do just one at a time, or combine 2 or 3 for a longer workout.
The sections are as follows:
1) 10 Minute Miracle
2) Advanced Power Stretch
3) Power Shaping- Yoga Balances
4) Power Shaping- Bottoms & Thighs
5) Power Shaping- Abdominals
6) Power Shaping- Arms & Bust
7) Power Stretching
8) Stay Young with Yoga (inverted postures).
Plus Barbara then talks about the 7 secrets of Yoga, what they are, and why they work so well.
I really liked the way this video was laid out, with the different types of postures grouped together. Barbara also covers some new movements not covered in any of her other videos so far- I felt that this video was very up to date and "moved with the times" so to speak.
The setting for the video was very pleasant - soft pink backdrops, with bubble screens (think lava lamps but with clear bubbles instead) which was very modern and VERY relaxing.
In this video, Barbara and co. have the same encouraging and helpful demonstrations, by now characteristic of all of her videos, but I felt that this video's attitude was slightly more 'grown up' and mature (she even has a new hairstyle) as parts of her other videos can tend to be a little school-nurselike at times. Barbara is still Barbara however, but to me, she seemed more mellow and gentle whilst still being briskly encouraging. And she looks better than ever! Surely there is no better testiment to Yoga's effectiveness than Barbara herself. Looking at least half her age, she carefully and thoroughly guides you through all of the moves, always stressing the point that this is YOUR yoga, and not a competition, and you should therefore always go at your own pace and follow the demonstrator doing the beginners stage of the movement, if you ever feel uncomfortable with the full movement at first.
I found this video to be really excellent, very helpfully put together, very clear and easy to follow and very good fun to do over and over again!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Very good
I am impressed with this DVD as I am a begineer to Yoya and find it easy to follow. Some of the moves are quite fast in one section. Read more
Published 7 days ago by Laura
Okay if you are short on time.
My friend and I recently purchased 3 Yoga DVDS to try, and this was among them. It is not my favourite, and compared to one of the others it is just ok. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Mrs. R. Coleman
good workout!
Don't let the stupid outfits fool you, the workout on this dvd is very good!
There are options for beginners and advanced. Read more
There are options for beginners and advanced. Read more
Published 3 months ago by R. Posthuma
Yoga without a soul
Well. It is my fault I did read the 5 stars reviews but not the 2 or 1 stars reviews. I agreed with the bad reviews after trying this. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Karmen Edinburgh
Got me going again
I used to use Barbara Currie in the day's of video and recently decided to re-start Yoga after a back injury left me unable to practice yoga. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Mrs. J. M. Cadle
Yoga dvd
The best thing about this DVD is that it is broken up into short 10 minute sequences so ideal for exercising at home when time may be limited. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Helena
My favourite Barbara Currie YOGA DVD
I have bought 3 Barbara Currie DVD's and this is the best one. The first section split into a beginners 10 minute sequence followed by an advanced (if you can handle it) is ideal... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Berbybaby
ok to watch but hard to practice to the DVD
Interesting to watch and see the poses but it does not provide a structured workout. If you want a workout with a proper warm up comprehensive practise on two levels and relaxation... Read more
Published 7 months ago by minky
You can't go wrong with Barbara
Having used an old VHS tape of Barbara's for years I wanted to find the same routine on DVD. When I couldn't find it I went with this version. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Karen
Not bad
First off I would advise anyone that buys this DVD to watch it through first before attempting the moves. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Clauds1uk
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