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Jillian Michaels: 30 Day Shred

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starring: Jillian Michaels
directed by: Andrea Ambandos

March 18, 2008
I have Jillian's book "Making the cut" and the workouts in the book are tough, but having a video with the queen of mean pushing you through the hard parts is even better! I have been involved in fitness for the majority of my life and these three work outs are hard. I am on my 7th day - 23 more days of this seems impossible! All in all, after 30 days of this workout you will be 'shredded'!

-kg victoria,bc

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Shiva Rea: Yoga Shakti

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starring: Shiva Rea

August 01, 2008
Shiva Rea is perhaps the most inspiring yoga instructor out there (that's available on DVDs, as I'm sure there are many amazing yoga instructors teaching in local yoga studios).

I have been practicing the Yoga Shakti DVD for a couple of months now. It is so wonderful. Using her unique matrix system, you can "create" an abundant different sequences, mainly traditional sun and moon salutations (with Rea's own unique take on them). Shiva Rea's form is just perfect, every move and pose is flawlessly executed.

This practice is not for the absolute beginner. I pop in this DVD when I'm feeling energetic and ready to take on a challenge. I'm always glad I did, as I usually feel so amazing afterwards. It reminds me of when I ... Read More:

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The Biggest Loser Workout: Volume 3 (Cardio Max)

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starring: Bob Harper, Kim Lyons, Jillian Michaels

December 18, 2007
This is a great workout for beginners and advanced level exercisers. I have been doing workout dvds for about 2 years and was looking for a new challenge and I definietly found one. Bob Harper is a great trainer and is very motivating along with the other trainers on the dvd. There is a lot of jumping in the dvd (jumping jacks, jump rope, power lunges) but he shows how to do them at low intensity and one of the people is always at low intensity. I find it also very motivating to see "real" people doing the exercises and not pencil thin people. Overall a great workout!

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Prenatal Yoga with Shiva Rea (Bonus: Pregnancy Massage)

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starring: Shiva Rea
directed by: Ted Landon

March 23, 2004
This is an excellent buy. The exercises are for your first, second and third trimester with variations for each trimester. The video is relaxing and not too "airy fairy". My first birth was an easy labour with no epidural -- I attribute some of my luck to this video which I religiously did about twice a week during my pregnancy. You will not be disappointed!

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Bryan Kest's Power Yoga

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from: Warner Home Video

May 11, 2004
In addition to the fabulous value (three full workouts on one DVD), these workouts are amazing. I had been doing yoga for a while and felt the need for a challenge and something new. These workouts are wonderful. I had honestly never felt so tired and unbelievably stretched and loose until I did Bryan's practices. The first one wasn't too hard for me, just lovely. The second one is challenging for me--I work HARD. The third one is advanced and I will have to practice a lot to master it. So there is something for every level. The production values are wonderful, which is a nice surprise for a somewhat older video. Everything is very professional and Bryan has a really good attitude and stays on top of his instruction even though he does talk throughout ... Read More:

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Jillian Michaels: Complete Body Workout

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from: Genius Entertainment

December 20, 2005
Okay, anyone who truly wants a workout, do NOT buy this DVD! (Cardio Kickbox) This was ridiculous. It was only like 15-20 minutes and I didn't break a sweat at all. She doesn't count to music or keep you moving at all. And she's so into herself and her "crew", and too busy giggling to keep you motivated at all. She repeatedly says before the workout how difficult it's going to be, so I was expected to get my butt kicked. I was extremely disappointed. Do not waste your money! I'm sticking with my Billy Blanks Taebo videos.

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Yoga for the Rest of Us: Back Care Basics

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starring: Peggy Cappy
directed by: John Baynard

October 02, 2007
Okay, anyone who truly wants a workout, do NOT buy this DVD! (Cardio Kickbox) This was ridiculous. It was only like 15-20 minutes and I didn't break a sweat at all. She doesn't count to music or keep you moving at all. And she's so into herself and her "crew", and too busy giggling to keep you motivated at all. She repeatedly says before the workout how difficult it's going to be, so I was expected to get my butt kicked. I was extremely disappointed. Do not waste your money! I'm sticking with my Billy Blanks Taebo videos.

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Beginners and Beyond Yoga for Weight Loss

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directed by: Michael Wohl

September 25, 2007
I have had this DVD for about a month. Way easier if you have done yoga a few times before in a class. The sessions are 20 -50 minutes and really good for stretching not sure if it's leading to weight loss though. The pace is not too fast and the instructor is excellent.

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Element: Yoga for Beginners

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starring: Elena Brower

December 04, 2007
I've taken yoga classes, and I find this DVD to give an amazing workout that leaves every muscle relaxed, and eliminates all tension. The description of the techniques is better than any yoga class I've taken (even better than the TV shows). The workout is both simple and complex - simple in that the poses are mostly easy to do and are explained very well, complex in that holding the pose and really stretching can be challenging. Alternatives are given for those who are less flexible (like me). It's a great beginner's DVD and I'm looking forward to the next DVD and the next level.

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Body + Soul: Yoga for Beginners

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from: Body Wisdom

December 19, 2006
I had attempted to get into Yoga in the past many times, but had found all the other tapes I ordered to be too difficult for a beginner and someone over 40. This dvd is wonderful and I am now totally dedicated to doing Yoga each and every day. This dvd has so many different programs to pick from and the routines are wonderful and easy to follow.