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Pilates Weight Loss Workout For Dummies [DVD]

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Format: PAL
Language English
Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
Number of discs: 1
Classification: Exempt
Studio: Anchor Bay Home Entertainment
DVD Release Date: 26 Dec 2005
Run Time: 38 minutes

Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (94 customer reviews)

ASIN: B000BW7IBG
Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 324 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)
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The makers of the 'Dummy' instructional books and videos have struck again, this time with a beginner's guide to Pilates. The gist of the Pilates workout is to engage what is known as the powerhouse (the stomach and other core muscles of the body) to gain strength and, in the process, shed extra pounds. A specific method of breathing (through the nose only) is also employed during key moments of the movements. The method of building strength that was first developed by German athlete Joseph Pilates has become a close second to yoga in popularity. Pilates originally invented spring tension machines that use straps for the feet and supports for the back. This 'Pilates For Dummies' program provides mat work, or moves that can be executed on the floor. This makes for an easy, at-home introduction to an exercise regime that is said to create the long, lean dancer's body.

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190 of 190 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very good workout from a beginners point of view, 24 Oct 2008

By	A. B. (Dorset United Kingdom) - See all my reviews

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.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for beginners, 21 Dec 2007

By	AoifeG (Ireland) - See all my reviews

I have been doing this workout about 3 to 4 times a week for the last month and I'm thrilled with it. I am watching what I eat but there is no doubt that the workout has contributed to the difference in my waist, thighs and hips. I'd highly recommend it.

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49 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice and easy to follow, 9 Oct 2008

By	Just My Opinion! (UK) - See all my reviews

I bought this DVD, as I was looking for something to tone me up, and strengthen my stomach. I have followed Pilates exercises before, from a book about 10 years ago, so being very unfit, and inflexible now, I would class myself as a beginner.
I watched the DVD this monday, and have completed it twice, with a day off in between, and I am very impressed. The rate at which you workout is steady, and everything is well instructed in a clear, easy to follow manner. All the moves are easy to follow. The first 20 minutes is a standing workout, and the last 15 minutes is on the mat. You will really feel your body working!
I felt really energised after each workout, and felt I had better posture.
My stomach also felt stronger the 2nd time around, so I'm hopeful this workout will give results fast. I highly recommend it.
*Follow up. I've been doing this dvd 2-3 times a week. Already i've lost an inch off my thighs, bust and waist. My posture is better, and I'm noticing a difference in the shape of my legs - for the better that is lol!, and muscle definition on the outer thigh.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Pilates for dummies
Found this dvd excellent. Have done other Pilate dvds but found this one more fun, first the stand up workout, then the mat section. Use it all the time now

Published 3 days ago by J. Dixon

4.0 out of 5 stars A great price for a useful workout
As a relative newcomer to Pilates I was looking for an easy to use interesting workout and that is exactly what I got. Read more

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1.0 out of 5 stars not satisfying
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Published 13 days ago by Iki Thomozi

3.0 out of 5 stars Great for beginners, and a great price
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Published 25 days ago by M. Lampson

4.0 out of 5 stars It works!
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Published 1 month ago by Mrs. Valerie Parrott

5.0 out of 5 stars have bought this dvd and love it but??
have ne of u actually lost weight???? i aim to do this everyday am on day 5 of this at the mo and really need to and want to lose weight just wondering if this has worked along... Read more

Published 1 month ago by S. davies

5.0 out of 5 stars A very good DVD
I really enjoyed this DVD and bought a few more Pilates DVDs afterwards. Very easy-to-do but very helpful and energetic exercises. Definitely recommend it.

Published 1 month ago by Prince Incognita

5.0 out of 5 stars Brill DVD for lazy people like me!
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