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(More customer reviews)I pre-ordered this DVD, waited almost two months to receive it, and I may never watch it again. I am trained in the New York tradition and have heard many stories of the legendary Romana, and I had hoped that this DVD would be as incredible as the woman for whom it is named.
The section titled "One on One with Romana" was the best part and definitely worth a second look. It provides a voyeuristic glimpse of what it would be like to take a lesson from this Masterful Instructor -- certainly not for the faint of heart or weak of Powerhouse! -- by watching her teach Moses Urbano, an obviously talented Pilates professional.
It is the "Workout with Kathi" section, which is meant to be the complete workout of the DVD, which is the most disappointing. I bought this DVD under the premise that the instruction would be provided by Romana herself, but it is not. There is virtually no instruction at all! I do not consider repeating the phrase, "Circle down and up, circle down and up," throughout the entire Single Leg Circles, or "Roll back and forward, roll back and forward," for each repetition of Rolling Like a Ball to be quality instruction. Some of the transitions are edited out of the routine, so it could be a challenge just getting from one exercise to the other if you were to follow along with the tape.
This DVD includes the Intermediate exercises performed at an extremely Advanced level. It is not for the average Pilates enthusiast. It is, however, a wonderful opportunity for those truly devoted to gather a few pearls of wisdom from Romana.
If you are looking for more in-depth instruction, including flowing transitions and powerful imagery, and a DVD that you can work out to, I recommend Classical Pilates Technique Complete Mat Workout Series rather than Romana's Pilates.
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Joseph Pilates developed a unique fitness system combining aspects of martialarts, gymnastics, yoga and ancient Greek training techniques, focusing on thecoordination of the body, mind and spirit. Pilates practiced what he called"The Art of Contrology" until his death in 1968, at the age of 88.He left his studio - and his legacy as a trainer, teacher and innovator - tohis student and colleague Romana Kryzanowska. Today, the conditioning systembears his name, is one of the most popular and fastest growing fitness methodsin the world. Known simply as PILATES, its leading teacher and practitioneris also recognized by only one name, ROMANA.
For nearly half a century Romana has traveled around the world, teaching thistrue Pilates method that she learned directly from "Uncle Joe". Herclients include athletes, dancers and celebrities. Even the most successfulPilates teachers and other fitness experts regularly come to Romana for advancedinstruction and certification in the Pilates method. Now, for the first time,Romana has created a video series for home use.
There are three words to describe Pilates:
- Stretch - Strength - Control
Mat Challenge Workout This is the ultimate home workout for the experienced Pilates practitioner.Designed for both men and women, Romana's Pilates: Mat Challenge Workout willtest your limits in the three principles of a true Pilates workout - STRETCH,STRENGTH and CONTROL. In just twenty minutes, you'll utilize every muscle inyour body in a unique and intense workout. You'll discover new levels of:
- Power - Endurance - Coordination - Balance - Spirit
Special Features:
- Bonus Workout - Wall Alignment Warm Up - Documentary - Photo Gallery - Trailers
"Done three times a week, a few well-designed movements, properly executedin sequence, are worth hours of calisthenics or contortions! Whatever your fitnesslevel, I'll help you establish a workout that you'll truly enjoy. I'm proudof what a lifetime of practicing Pilates has done for me. Now let me show youwhat Pilates can do for you." - Romana
Also Available: Romana's Pilates:
- Introduction To Pilates Matwork - Optimum Weight Management - Powerhouse Mat Workout
Reviews: "Romana is to Pilates what Madonna is topop music." Jeffrey Altshuler
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