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124 of 124 people found the following review helpful
By Hipheps
Format:DVD
I've never attempted pilates before.....much too scared. But this was easy to follow and fun. The only draw back is there is not much content. A 20 min stand up work, which includes some excellent stretches and a 15 min floor work. Despite having just the two routines (which you tend to do together) it is not yet boring. The lady presenting is not annoying either. Makes a change! For the price it is an excellent starter DVD and I will be buying more in the series.
526 of 529 people found the following review helpful
By A. B.
Format:DVD
I bought this DVD because my physiotherapist suggested that pilates would be good for my lower back problem. Never having done pilates before and being one of these people who struggle with co-ordination and always turn in the wrong direction in the fitness class, I wanted an easy to follow routine and clear instructions. And this DVD delivers exactly that (and if I loose a few pounds on the way, even better). Having done aerobic and 'legs, bums & tums' classes in the past, I recognised some exercises but in this DVD there is more focus on correct posture and breathing. Even though the pace is reasonably gentle, I actually got quite hot and my heart rate definetely went up.
The workout contains 20 min standing up exercises; personally I found these a bit more difficult to learn but this is more due to my lack of co-ordination, the instuctor actually leaves enough time to grasp the exercises. The workout then moves on the 15 minutes of floor exercises which I really like, I was quite amazed how stiff I was, despite being a very active person! I cannot comment on weightloss yet as I haven't had the DVD for very long.
Some reviews state that the instructor is really annoying, hence I expected one of these over-enthusiastic American Baywatch-type women shouting instructions at me whilst energetically waving her slender limbs around. But I was really positively surprised, I found the instructor quite calm and measured, not annoying at all.
The only slight criticism I have is, that the instructor could remind me a bit more often about correct breathing throughout some of the routines as I noticed mine going out of the window a couple of times.
I think for the price of £3.98 you cannot go wrong, if you want to give pilates a try, I would recommend this DVD.
The workout contains 20 min standing up exercises; personally I found these a bit more difficult to learn but this is more due to my lack of co-ordination, the instuctor actually leaves enough time to grasp the exercises. The workout then moves on the 15 minutes of floor exercises which I really like, I was quite amazed how stiff I was, despite being a very active person! I cannot comment on weightloss yet as I haven't had the DVD for very long.
Some reviews state that the instructor is really annoying, hence I expected one of these over-enthusiastic American Baywatch-type women shouting instructions at me whilst energetically waving her slender limbs around. But I was really positively surprised, I found the instructor quite calm and measured, not annoying at all.
The only slight criticism I have is, that the instructor could remind me a bit more often about correct breathing throughout some of the routines as I noticed mine going out of the window a couple of times.
I think for the price of £3.98 you cannot go wrong, if you want to give pilates a try, I would recommend this DVD.
58 of 58 people found the following review helpful
By Zara
Format:DVD
This is the first pilates video I bought. The workout was a total body workout. The pace was just right and instructions were given clearly. I then bought the Lynne Robinson 'The Pilates Body' and I hated it because I strained a side of my body. Now I only use this DVD. Recommend it to anyone who is a beginner and wants to tone and feel great on the inside. Tracey Thompson is an excellent instructor.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars
Didn't help
I bought this book while recovering from spinal surgery as I was advised to work on my core. Unfortunately I'm obviously dumber than the people who wrote this. Read more
Published 3 days ago by David Hull
5.0 out of 5 stars
Pilates for Dummies!
This is a great workout DVD, and at only 38 minutes long, easy to fit into your busy days! As a beginner, I find some of the exercises tough, especially the arms ones as mine start... Read more
Published 8 days ago by M. Flynn
5.0 out of 5 stars
BINGO!
I am nearly 18 stone, have lower back problems and fibromyalgia which means I have chronic pain, tiredness and lethargy. Read more
Published 9 days ago by Mrs. Phyllis R. Elliott
5.0 out of 5 stars
good exercise
after long break I am restarting yoga and pilates. It is tough for me now but with practice I am sure it will get easier.
Published 19 days ago by mammaghi
4.0 out of 5 stars
DVD
Pilates dvd exercise is great easy to do every day for the time you require and I have noticed the change
Published 1 month ago by E. S. Gregory
4.0 out of 5 stars
A good intro to Pilates
As someone new to Pilates, I found this a good program. Moves were well explained, easy to follow, and quite challenging in that they kept me moving and made me feel I was being... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Emer Doyle
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not much substance
It's a bit light-weight and not very interesting. I found it very bland and not very inspiring really. Angela thanks
Published 1 month ago by Angela McConnell
4.0 out of 5 stars
phew
Clear & concise instructions. Excercises can easily be done in a small space.
I like the reminders about alternatives & breathing properly.
I like the reminders about alternatives & breathing properly.
Published 1 month ago by Kay Souissi
4.0 out of 5 stars
IS GOOD
iS A GOOD VIDEO
ONLY THAT I REQUIRE A BIT MORE THAN THAT
BUT FOR A BEGINER IS PERFECT
THE TRAINER IS VERY KNOWLEGABLE
i LIKE TGHE WAY SHE EXPLAIN MEANING OF... Read more
ONLY THAT I REQUIRE A BIT MORE THAN THAT
BUT FOR A BEGINER IS PERFECT
THE TRAINER IS VERY KNOWLEGABLE
i LIKE TGHE WAY SHE EXPLAIN MEANING OF... Read more
Published 2 months ago by MARILYN
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect for beginners, buy it!
Bought this DVD after becoming interested in the concept of Pilates to lose weight and define the figure, but having never tried it before I was looking for a basic introduction! Read more
Published 2 months ago by PScott27
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