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From Gwyneth & Shakira's Personal Trainer. The purpose of this Mat Workout DVD is to re-engineer your muscular structure, wake up your accessory muscles, pull in your larger muscles and shift your shape into something you never knew you could achieve. The DVD is the perfect companion to my Dance Cardio Workout DVD but equally can be done on its own - the moves are easy to follow and provide amazing results. No specialist equipment required--Tracy recommends weight exercises for the arms to be performed using a 500ml bottle of water in each hand. "Truly is a miracle... you will see the results you never thought possible." Gwyneth Paltrow "I love Tracy Anderson's Method! Her approach to exercise is smart, creative and empowering. I believe Tracy can transform any woman." Shakira Easy to follow. No specialist equipment required. Provides amazing results.
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238 of 241 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I found Tracy Anderson's Dance Cardio DVD to be a really effective workout (if not necessarily the most enjoyable), so I decided to try the Mat workout too. Tracy recommends that both done together 4-6 times a week will give you a 'teeny tiny dancer's body', and with clients like Gwyneth Paltrow and Madonna proving her point, who wouldn't be tempted?
There is no doubt that the exercises in this DVD are effective. This is a hardcore toning DVD which will get every part of your body, and as Tracy advocates toning the smaller accessory muscles, you may even ache in places you didn't know you had! The DVD is set out in the following way:
5 minute 'stretch' warm-up
Standing leg toning exercises (you will need a chair for support)
Standing ab exercises
Two sets of arm exercises, one including light weights, one without (you may think, as I did, that working your arms with no weights would be easy - but you'd be very wrong indeed!)
Floor leg/bum exercises
Floor abs
Cooldown (a welcome addition as her Cardio Dance DVD didn't include one!)
Each section is around 5-10 minutes long and consists of Pilates-based stretching and toning movements (I'd personally describe them as Pilates on acid!) Although the exercises are hard, they are changed frequently. The music and general ambience of the DVD manage to make it a strangely relaxing workout; 'strangely' because you are actually working extremely hard throughout.
So far, so good - but one of the unfortunate downsides to this DVD is Tracy's lack of instruction. She tends to move on to the next exercise without warning, which is a pain when you're on the floor doing abs and need to know when to change sides! On that note, in some sections Tracy's repetitions are uneven so you'll work out one side of your body more than the other; something to look out for if you do intend to do this DVD the recommended 4-6 times per week.
I'd recommend this - it's very different from the glut of toning-with-weights DVDs on the market whilst also being more hardcore than most toning DVDs, and for most people other than the advanced exerciser it would be something to work up to. I can also imagine that most people would see fantastic results if done often enough. If you're a beginner though, be mindful of the fact that you won't be given a great deal of instruction and that Tracy's counting can be somewhat erratic!
There is no doubt that the exercises in this DVD are effective. This is a hardcore toning DVD which will get every part of your body, and as Tracy advocates toning the smaller accessory muscles, you may even ache in places you didn't know you had! The DVD is set out in the following way:
5 minute 'stretch' warm-up
Standing leg toning exercises (you will need a chair for support)
Standing ab exercises
Two sets of arm exercises, one including light weights, one without (you may think, as I did, that working your arms with no weights would be easy - but you'd be very wrong indeed!)
Floor leg/bum exercises
Floor abs
Cooldown (a welcome addition as her Cardio Dance DVD didn't include one!)
Each section is around 5-10 minutes long and consists of Pilates-based stretching and toning movements (I'd personally describe them as Pilates on acid!) Although the exercises are hard, they are changed frequently. The music and general ambience of the DVD manage to make it a strangely relaxing workout; 'strangely' because you are actually working extremely hard throughout.
So far, so good - but one of the unfortunate downsides to this DVD is Tracy's lack of instruction. She tends to move on to the next exercise without warning, which is a pain when you're on the floor doing abs and need to know when to change sides! On that note, in some sections Tracy's repetitions are uneven so you'll work out one side of your body more than the other; something to look out for if you do intend to do this DVD the recommended 4-6 times per week.
I'd recommend this - it's very different from the glut of toning-with-weights DVDs on the market whilst also being more hardcore than most toning DVDs, and for most people other than the advanced exerciser it would be something to work up to. I can also imagine that most people would see fantastic results if done often enough. If you're a beginner though, be mindful of the fact that you won't be given a great deal of instruction and that Tracy's counting can be somewhat erratic!
169 of 172 people found the following review helpful
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It's about time Tracy Anderson's Mat Workout became available over here, as it was designed to be used in tandem with her dance cardio workout. But for those people who really couldn't get on with her cardio method (although I am a huge fan), don't be put off from trying this workout if you're looking to inject some variety into your standard non-aerobic routines.
This workout is excellent: Anderson uses exercises and movements that have traditionally not been used in standard workouts. Forget lunges, squats and push-ups--you won't see them here. Instead you use very precise movements which are almost like a fusion of ballet, Pilates and Callanetics (for those who remember Callan Pinkney from the 80's and early 90's!). It is intensive and challenging but I find it very relaxing to do at the same time because you're not throwing yourself around. And unlike the cardio routine, you only need a minimum amount of room. It does take some getting used to, and Anderson doesn't score that highly on the instructional and even repetition of exercises on both sides of the body, but if you're sensible and used to working out, you really can 'modulate' the workout to work for you. And the arm section is incredible: I have never done an arm workout like it. This section--with and without weights--is worth the cost of the DVD alone. And the bottom line is that if you're willing to give time to it, and its upkeep, this routine works. Or at least, it works for me. After reaching a kind of stasis over the last couple of years, even exercising vigorously three times a week, I had half-resigned myself to living with a figure I wasn't too comfy with. Anderson's DVD's (I own both her cardio DVD's and this and her post-pregnancy DVD) have completely revitalised my workouts and my body shape. I can finally get back into clothes that have been too tight for three years (and more), and the feeling is incredible. I finally feel as though I own my body again. And that, surely, is the whole point of a truly successful workout.
This workout is excellent: Anderson uses exercises and movements that have traditionally not been used in standard workouts. Forget lunges, squats and push-ups--you won't see them here. Instead you use very precise movements which are almost like a fusion of ballet, Pilates and Callanetics (for those who remember Callan Pinkney from the 80's and early 90's!). It is intensive and challenging but I find it very relaxing to do at the same time because you're not throwing yourself around. And unlike the cardio routine, you only need a minimum amount of room. It does take some getting used to, and Anderson doesn't score that highly on the instructional and even repetition of exercises on both sides of the body, but if you're sensible and used to working out, you really can 'modulate' the workout to work for you. And the arm section is incredible: I have never done an arm workout like it. This section--with and without weights--is worth the cost of the DVD alone. And the bottom line is that if you're willing to give time to it, and its upkeep, this routine works. Or at least, it works for me. After reaching a kind of stasis over the last couple of years, even exercising vigorously three times a week, I had half-resigned myself to living with a figure I wasn't too comfy with. Anderson's DVD's (I own both her cardio DVD's and this and her post-pregnancy DVD) have completely revitalised my workouts and my body shape. I can finally get back into clothes that have been too tight for three years (and more), and the feeling is incredible. I finally feel as though I own my body again. And that, surely, is the whole point of a truly successful workout.
57 of 58 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
The Tracy Anderson Method - Mat Workout [DVD] [2009]
This DVD is a great change to all the other fitness DVDs. I love the fact that there is little instruction and counting - you can just get on with it peacefully without all the banter and the music is good. However due to the lack of instruction, I agree that it is no good for the inexperienced exerciser. What is great about this DVD is that the "rotations" hits areas that other DVDs don't. I do alot of running and also other fitness DVDs (Davina etc )and have found that I have become very bulky with muscle (especially the front of my thighs and triceps). I personally find this unattractive on a woman. Tracy's mat programme is hitting spots that I didn't know I had - like top and side of bottom / waist and inside and back of legs. Having only done it a few times I can see I am changing shape already - a much more feminine line and I am becoming far more flexible. The arm workout is hard - but I totally agree with her ethos of not using heavy weights - again no bulk and big triceps - just long / lean and strong. I am so impressed I am going to tackle her cardio workouts... despite the mixed reviews.
This DVD is a great change to all the other fitness DVDs. I love the fact that there is little instruction and counting - you can just get on with it peacefully without all the banter and the music is good. However due to the lack of instruction, I agree that it is no good for the inexperienced exerciser. What is great about this DVD is that the "rotations" hits areas that other DVDs don't. I do alot of running and also other fitness DVDs (Davina etc )and have found that I have become very bulky with muscle (especially the front of my thighs and triceps). I personally find this unattractive on a woman. Tracy's mat programme is hitting spots that I didn't know I had - like top and side of bottom / waist and inside and back of legs. Having only done it a few times I can see I am changing shape already - a much more feminine line and I am becoming far more flexible. The arm workout is hard - but I totally agree with her ethos of not using heavy weights - again no bulk and big triceps - just long / lean and strong. I am so impressed I am going to tackle her cardio workouts... despite the mixed reviews.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
I like this exercise dvd and use it often
I like this exercise dvd and use it often. Yes, i know she doesn't give you hardly any instructions and she can be difficult to follow so it's not perfect, what I do is put my own... Read more
Published 23 days ago by busy mother
gets results
I bought this for the arms (which kill me) but can't believe how much I've been pulled in around my waist - which was practically non-existent before I started this. Read more
Published 1 month ago by purplecorn
Not too happy
I did not look at this DVD for a long time due to an injury to my ankle. On finally playing the DVD, initially I thought the routines were quick and easy little realising that the... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Ms. L. J. Tanser
Strangely hypnotic!
Odd title for a review I know, and some people on here have said that they hate the music that accompanies this DVD, however, when I'm doing the routine and following her, I find... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Jen
Key is minimum 4 times per week...
There are a number of reviews slating Tracey for her lack of direction etc, however, if you do the DVD as she instructs a minimum of 4 times per week you will know what comes next... Read more
Published 2 months ago by wise_one
Fantastic arms section!
I've completed this DVD a few times up to now. Yes, Tracey doesn't give as much guidance/direction as you may like, so you may spend the first attempt watching the TV for the next... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Green Goddess
Not for Exercise Newbies
The comments about lack of instruction and continuous pouting in this DVD are true.
You'll be doing one of the exercises as instructed and thinking 'ouch, my lower back... Read more
You'll be doing one of the exercises as instructed and thinking 'ouch, my lower back... Read more
Published 3 months ago by PCT
Great workout DVD
I bought this DVD via Amazon UK and, thank God to the same regio-code, the DVD works fine on my German player. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Rebekka
Buy it! it works and it is amazing!!
I have had this dvd now for a few months. I started doing 3 days a week with little results. In december i started doing it 6 days a week! the result now is truly amazing. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Supachic
Excellent toning DVD
This DVD is great. For me the arms section is amazing I tend to do the exercises sitting in my desk in the office and still feels great. The matt part is good too. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Karmen Edinburgh
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