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(More customer reviews)I just read one reviewer's comments on Louise Solomon's Yogalates DVDs (I have vols. 1&2), and strongly disagree with her assessment that it doesn't help anyone to tone up and lose weight. After using both videos over the past 15 months I've lost over 85 pounds, and have toned and defined muscles in a way that I've never experienced before, even when I played tennis and racquetball. I now understand all the hoopla about Pilates -it really does stretch and lengthen your muscles in a way that other exercises do not. I started with vol. 2 (I accidently found it at a local Walmart) not knowing anything about Louise or Yogalates, although of course I'd heard of both exercises separately. For me it was perfect, and the sessions perfectly timed and gentle enough for someone returning to regular exercise after being sedentary for awhile. It wasn't until I'd been working out with it for about 4-5 months that I found vol. 1, which is more laid-back and easier than vol. 2, but which has some moves that definitely challenged muscles in a way that I hadn't felt with vol. 2. Louise's calming voice adds a soothing dimension, and I can't tell you how relaxed I am after a workout. Alternating both videos and varying the order of each section will help to keep you from getting bored with the routines. I'm now at the point where I use them in addition to some workouts (usually in the AM when I need a faster-paced routine to get me going) on FITTV because I'm really a lot stronger now. In addition to the weight loss my entire perspective on living has improved, I've influenced other family members to become more active, and all have lost significant amounts of weight. Overall, I recommend her videos (I'm hoping to get vol. 3 but it seems it's not available in the US yet) to anyone who wants to get in shape and begin/maintain a healthier lifestyle. I haven't felt this good in 20 years - this is the best $10 I've ever spent. The rewards I've received are priceless!! P.S. Part of the concept of Yoga is going inside of oneself to find inner peace. This is probably why there is no music during the workouts (the intro./end music is very peaceful/soothing), and why the set is devoid of any potentially-distracting background. If you embrace the concept of body/mind/spirit coming together as one during your exercise session, your focus will not be on the video setting but on yourself, and the positive steps you are taking to improve your health.
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Yoga And PilatesVolume 1Louise Solomon's Yoga & Pilates is a new and highly effective form of exercise that blends the best of the worlds of yoga and pilates. Encompassing the flexibility, meditative and weight loss elements of Yoga with the muscle strengthening and toning of Pilates, Yoga & Pilates is an ideal balance of body and mind, breathing and movement. Following Yoga & Pilates will not only leave you looking your best but will improve your posture, strengthen your body and spine and act as a release valve against stress build up and all in just 28 days!Yoga and Pilates consists of a five minute introduction to breathing and two workouts:Workout One: A 26-minute mat-based workout focusing on lying down and sitting up, the center of the body, abdominals, lower back and pelvic muscles.Workout Two: A 30-minute workout strengthening the midback muscles and spine creating a great posture. Also concentrates on toning the arms, legs and behind.Yoga And PilatesVolume 2 Take the best of Yoga and Pilates and gain the streamlined body you've always dreamed of! An exciting and fresh approach to the breakthrough workout Yoga & Pilates, Total Body Toner offers a complete workout for the mind and body. With four separate workouts this exercise program targets specific parts of the body so you can concentrate on problem areas. Combined, these four workouts offer a solution to weight loss while promoting relaxation from the stresses of everyday life.WORKOUT ONE: ABDOMINALSTargeting the stomach muscles and tightening the waist, promoting a flatter stomach.WORKOUT TWO: UPPER BODYWorking the arms and the chest to give greater definitions to the upper body.WORKOUT THREE: LOWER BODYThese exercises will tighten and tone the bottom as well as sculpting the legs.WORKOUT FOUR: TOTAL BODY TONERA combination of the first three workouts for the advanced student.
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