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Nancy Marmorat s experience coaching people of all age groups has inspired her to devise a specially-adapted keep-fit programme for people aged over 50. This DVD contains a complete gymnastics session for keeping in good shape. There are several advantages to following this method - to strengthen the density of your bones, to increase your muscle tone, to protect your heart, to practise keeping your balance and coordination, to keep your body supple and to simply make you feel good. Nancy s keep-fit programmes are known around the world, and now you can take advantage of her expertise in the comfort of your own home, with detailed instructions and clear, easy-to-follow demonstrations at every stage. The programme has been specially devised to help you strengthen your muscles and to work on your cardio-respiratory system. It is divided into 3 parts : The warm-up The session itself A return to calm with exercise to make you more supple
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226 of 227 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
It must be three years since I did any form of exercise; I have a weak back, damaged knees and very litle motivation. I've tried exercise videos before and get bored with them. After four of five sessions I usually grow to hate the background music and get annoyed with the happy-clappy instructor shouting at me. They are either too fast for me or patronisingly slow.
I had seen an excerpt of this DVD on Youtube - the warm-up. I was struck by the fact that the instructor was completely silent and the music was so low-key to the point that I didn't notice it (and that's a good thing if, like me, you find that the background music interferes with your hearing). Instead, a calm, informative voice-over explained the movements and the modifications properly. When the credits rolled, I saw that the instructor and 'models' were French, so no wonder there was no shouting or gabbled instructions from the front!
I recognised some of the stretches and movements from my younger fitter days, but they were presented in a gradual slow build up and adapted for the less supple of us. There were one or two movements that I had never come across before, either on a video or at an excercise class - mostly to do with balance and coordination. They were different but do-able. By the time we got to the end of the main session, I recognised that I had just been through a challenging session set at the right pace for me and it left me feeling very pleased with myself.
The exercises are just what I needed to start getting in shape and I liked the low-key way in which they were presented. Have a look on Youtube for the excerpt before you buy and see whether the style of instruction suits you too.
I had seen an excerpt of this DVD on Youtube - the warm-up. I was struck by the fact that the instructor was completely silent and the music was so low-key to the point that I didn't notice it (and that's a good thing if, like me, you find that the background music interferes with your hearing). Instead, a calm, informative voice-over explained the movements and the modifications properly. When the credits rolled, I saw that the instructor and 'models' were French, so no wonder there was no shouting or gabbled instructions from the front!
I recognised some of the stretches and movements from my younger fitter days, but they were presented in a gradual slow build up and adapted for the less supple of us. There were one or two movements that I had never come across before, either on a video or at an excercise class - mostly to do with balance and coordination. They were different but do-able. By the time we got to the end of the main session, I recognised that I had just been through a challenging session set at the right pace for me and it left me feeling very pleased with myself.
The exercises are just what I needed to start getting in shape and I liked the low-key way in which they were presented. Have a look on Youtube for the excerpt before you buy and see whether the style of instruction suits you too.
70 of 70 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This is quite a good video and I was able to do most of the exercises, but it did incorporate a lot of 'lunges' and like myself, many people over 50 have knee joint problems. I have no problem when I go hiking, but continual lunges give me a lot of problems in my knees. Because of this, I have stopped using the video.
I would just like to add that the music is pleasant and unobtrusive, unlike so many other videos.
I am disappointed, I was looking forward to this video after reading so many good reviews.
I would just like to add that the music is pleasant and unobtrusive, unlike so many other videos.
I am disappointed, I was looking forward to this video after reading so many good reviews.
55 of 55 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This DVD was my introduction to structured exercise. As I am a youngish 72 I was concerned about being too ambitious,but have found this programme one that I can gradually work up to. I can't do the whole hour yet, but I as it is in 3 segments I can manage 2, and hope to improve. The instructions are clear, and offer alternatives if you are unable to do a particular movement. I would definitely recommend it.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
FITNESS FOR THE OVER50's
I found this dvd very boring. i watched about 20mins. Nancy never said a word in this time. There was a voice over on the dvd and music did not make you want to get up and join in.
Published 25 days ago by magster
A Good Exercise Class
FITNESS FOR THE OVER 50's
with Nancy Marmorat
As an experienced fitness instructor dealing with this age group I was intrigued to see what this range of DVD's offered,... Read more
with Nancy Marmorat
As an experienced fitness instructor dealing with this age group I was intrigued to see what this range of DVD's offered,... Read more
Published 1 month ago by hilary
good for us olduns
I have recently bought several excercise dvd's and they were mostly unsuitable, until I found this one. I really wanted a dance one but as I am late 60's they were too energetic. Read more
Published 1 month ago by dol
do not bother
Iam well over 50 but would not have bothered buying this cd if I had known what it was like. It is recommended for the over 50's but I found it very boring, although I only... Read more
Published 3 months ago by 2bottlesmary
Over 50's?
The exercises work - but the music and repetitive nature of moves are really boring!
Quickly got fed up, even the comedic moves of one of the background 'girls', didn't... Read more
Quickly got fed up, even the comedic moves of one of the background 'girls', didn't... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Nanny Spain
DVD
Easy to follow; good way to get into an exercise routine and not too strenuous. Would recommend to anyone wanting to improve their fitness
Published 4 months ago by Mrs. G. Thomas
Fitness DVD getting into shape for over 50's
I commenced using this DVD 1 week ago (7 January) 1 hour twice a day. I find this DVD helpful especially if you are over 50 years of age as it is gentle enough to keep up with the... Read more
Published 4 months ago by K. J. Pereira
Getting Fit
I am 64yrs old and must admit I have never exercised in my life. Now I'm retired I found myself sitting around too much and my muscles were getting very stiff. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Claybags
gentle keepfit
Its easier to follow than I had thought when picking it. I couldnt do it every night it would be too boring, so I use it twice a week along with other exercise regimes.
Published 8 months ago by Chissie
worth buying
I like this dvd and it is the first one in a long time that I've seen you can just work at all the way through. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Marilyn60
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