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An exercise video featuring four variations
Suzi Lonergan's Body Power Pilates! Shaping Your Body Into The Best It Can Be is an exercise video featuring four variations for each exercise presented: one for normal healthy fitness buffs; one for those with a bad neck; one for those with a bad back; and one for those with bad knees. Enthusiastic and expert instruction by Suzi Lonergan (a certified fitness professional in the Pilates Method of Body Conditioning), adds an appealing dimension to this "user friendly", 40-minute, full color workout featuring 9 basic and 23 intermediate exercises for promoting health, posture, flexibility, joint mobility, strength, and overall energy level and self-confidence.

This Woman is Amazing!
I love this tape. This woman and her pilates instruction is the best. I have tried a few different real live pilates instructors over the years but none have been as thorough as this lady is on this video. A great Pilates video!
I have been using Suzi Lonergan's video for 18 months.What a great routine! It is comprehensive yet easy-to-follow; in only 20 minutes you get a basic substitute for an actual, "live"Pilates session. I highly recommend it. ... Read more

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Not so simple
This 45-minute tape is all yoga- there are no recognizable Pilates movements, but an emphasis on stabilization and alignment are the basis for the "Pilates-infusion" claim. excellent
This is a 45 minute tape, it's meant to be aimed at beginner level yogis, I am not beginner level - have the level 3 Body and Soul which is vinyasa flow - quite tough and sweat inducing and can handle it pretty wel.This is a different mood.It is a nice flow of yoga poses, most of which are very stretchy, you do move in flows from cat to down dog quite a lot which warms you nicely but it is definitely a deep stretch session, not a workout.Just what I wanted for certain days.Lots of upper body stretches and nice hip openers, felt great afterwards - the 1instructor is excellent and gives great cues.Highly recommended ... Read more

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Unbearable
Uubearably boring.Screeching voice.Nothing here you can't find in other Pilates guides.Don't waste your money. ... Read more

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Great DVD
I really like this workout.I really enjoy Pilates and have certainly seen the benefits of my regular Pilates workout; however, Pilates workouts do not often address the upper body so I find I have to do a separate workout for my arms.I also like to use some weights.This workout fits the bill:I get Pilates, weights and upper body work.I also like the instructors.I am pretty much instructor driven - I really have to enjoy the instructor or I cannot get through the workout nor enjoy the journey.They are friendly and helpful without being over the top.My other favorite instructors are Ellen Barrett and Katalin Rodriguez Kamiar.
good workout
First a disclaimer--this isn't strictly pilates it's more a fusion workout of weights and some pilates moves.I don't see how you could get bulky doing this workout as you start off with 3-5 pound dumbells.I know a female bodybuilder and you would have to lift alot more than this :)
pilates with a twist!
I really like the instructors, and the routine is not as hard as I thought initially.Of course I was a little sore the first couple of times, but now I am comfortable with it even if I still can't do the advanced moves. This is not for the pilates beginner.You really need to know the basics. The warm up is a really nice way of getting your heart pumping, and the floor routine works your entire body.Both Michelle and Tracy are great together, and I don't think you will get bulky with the weights as other reviewers mentioned.In my opinion, the video delivers everything it promises! ... Read more

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What a Gift
What a gift this video is to the world.I am not likely to ever see, meet or have a chance to train under Romana.This video is a way for all of us to get a bit of wisdom and feel for who Romana is and what her work with Joseph Pilates was like.I can learn all the techniques and exercises, train on the mat and equipment, etc.But to get the spirit of Pilates and of Romana's teaching style and approach to life; well, this video gives us a glimpse of that world.I would have paid double for this video.

Brilliant DVD
I really enjoyed this disc.The old clips of Joseph Pilates were hilarous (the man was really into his conditioning,no doubt)
A good beginner's workout
*Overall:An interesting, but short, DVD for beginners to promote interest in Pilates, with some intermediate/advanced exercises.
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Great everyday workout
I bought this video on the advice of others on Amazon, and I must say I have been very pleased.This is a great everyday workout, with a nice mix of exercises to leave you stimulated.All parts of the body are worked.I have tried some other Pilates videos as well, and I think this is the best.

A decent video, but too short for the price
This is a 26 minute Pilates mat workout. Good for travel because you don't need much room or any equipment (other than a VCR), but at $20, I don't see it as a value, really. Also, any seasoned instructor should realize that it is much easier for us to follow her if we mirror her movements. Noelle tell us what side she is using, not the side that most (if not all) will use when watching her on our televisions. Not important, just a pet peeve.

Truly Effective and User Friendly Pilates!
I had the opportunity to view Noelle's Powerhouse complete series(3 videos) recently, and it is the best Pilates workout on video I have seen so far.The Complete Mat Workout is less than 30 minutes but so effective and easy to follow even if you've never done Pilates.The Focus on Abs video is only 15 minutes.Then, for those times when you have no time there's the quick 12 minute workout - short cuts that also work beautifully.Noelle guides and inspires with just the right amount of enthusiasm. This is the next best thing to having a private lesson with a Pilates instructor.So buy The Complete Mat Workout or buy the whole series.You will not regret it.Read more

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Helped me on my way
When I started exercising for the first time, the first 20 minute full body yoga/pilates workout changed my attitude towards working out.It didn't hurt, I just felt better.Taller and stronger in my back.My vcr ate my vhs tape so I am finally looking for a replacement since I have been out of the fitness loop for a few years.My thoughts on this workout is, if you are already in excellent shape it's not going to help lose weight. If you are out of shape or new to a "stretching" type workout it is a great beginning.Honestly, I love all of the Method workouts.When my boyfriend tried this style of working out he didn't think it was very hard or challenging until he corrected his form. You really have to concentrate on pulling your belly in, which they do an excellent job of reminding you of.Eventually, you add this form to your everyday life and what a difference it made for me!Now I have a different job and am looking forward to starting out all over again with this video.

Not Pilates
This is so far removed from anything like true Pilates that I believe it should not be listed when "Pilates" is used to search for videos.This is an American-style, Aerobic-type workout video which is fine if that's what you want.The only relationship it has to Pilates is a few of the postures you hit for about 10 seconds each, but not in any way can you say that they are done the way that a trained Pilates instructor would do them. A grave disappointment!

Didn't feel very effective to me....
Having used 'The Firm' tapes regularly for more than a year, I decided to give Pilates a try for a change in workout.I tried this tape for the first time this morning and was for the most part, unsatisfied.The way the instructor chants with the beat of the drums in the backround is thoroughly annoying, and the workout left no part of my body feeling...well...worked.Maybe the focus on the upper body was OK, but I didn't have any trouble with the ab or total body sections.It felt like a very long stretching session which should have lead to some hard work!Read more

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Exceptional spine corrector instruction
This video is a great way for everyone to learn to use the spine corrector.Three levels -- beginning, intermediate & advanced -- are demonstrated continuously throughout the entire video.Master Teacher Kathy Corey admirably leads this well-balanced total body workout, which personifies the modern, dance-based approach to Pilates pioneered by Ron Fletcher.It's by far the best and most diverse spine corrector video that I've seen.

West Coast Pilates Spine Corrector video
The sequence of exercises demonstrated in this spine corrector video are choreographed to create a flowing workout. The video shows how to execute the exercises safely and effectively, with just the right number of repetitions to insure that you feel what you are suppose to feel. Each exercise is viewed on a beginner, intermediate and advanced level so you can effectively progress with this video workout.The spine corrector is used to correct posture, stretch the spine and strengthen the core. This video shows you how the spine corrector can safely be used by anyone.

Excellent Spine Corrector & Back Workout
This is a great Back workout.Only Spine Corrector Video on the market.Has relieved my lower back pain.Video has help me lengthen my spine.Also great for abdominals.I purchased my Spine Corrector through Westcoastpilates.net and am very satisfied with price and quality.Highly recommend for those interested in Pilates. ... Read more

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Excellent
This is an excellent workout.As my trouble spot is my lower half I am grateful that I found this workout.I had been looking for a long time for a workout that focuses mainly on the inner thighs.My problem is not so much my glutes but my inner thighs.So again, I thank Karen Voight for this exercise video.And I am sure that all women who has a hard time toning their inner thighs appreciates it too.

Not for me
Many people have said "total body" is misleading, and I agree.However, I didn't really expect to work my "total body" despite the title. I expected to work my thighs, and there are not enough thigh/ring exercises to justify what I spent on the ring (over $25).If anybody wants to buy my tape/ring, it's listed here under the Used tapes!

More Pilates inspiration, but still not Pilates
If you're someone who would like to learn how to perform the Pilates mat movements, this is not the tape you want to start with.It struck me as I did this tape for the third time that while Voight is one of the most precise exercise instructors I've ever seen on video, she is not a great Pilates instructor.I'm not sure whether that's a big deal or not- on the one hand, she does say on the back cover that this is for people who don't have time to do Pilates, yoga or ballet in their pure form.On the other hand, she does call this "Pilates- Total Body Training".Read more

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Not exactly what I was expecting...
Well I saw this DVD at Ross, so I got it for a great deal. I was expecting it to be a pilates workout. Well this wasn't the case, but overall it's still a great way to get into shape. So much so, I have been out of shape for a while and this definately isn't a beginner's DVD. If you're just starting out I'd recommend something else. Also, I do agree I don't like the fake tropical/beach area, and the transitions between the set and the real beach are off. Overall though it seems like a great workout to tone while incorporating some cardio.

Excellent Toning Workout
These exercises are more like yoga mixed with pilates. The best of both worlds. I'm in the military so I am constantly working out. I am always going on long runs but not much seems to tone my thighs. The leg segment is the only workout that I have tried which actually tones my legs. I can see and feel the difference after oneworkout and after a week my legs are extremely toned.
Challenging
I didn't expect this DVD to be as challenging as it is, and I agree you need to basically be in shape before using this. The first thing I noticed is what other reviewers have said- the pace and tempo are too fast to be Pilates. The ab section does use some variations on the 100, and there are many traditional yoga poses incorporated into the workout, such as downward facing dog, but at a much faster pace than traditional yoga.
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Good Stretch
This video intensifies the matwork by simulating some of the reformer exercises using the flexband.
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Outstanding DVD from Outstanding Instructor
I've been using this DVD for three and a half months. I can definitely see results.This DVD really gets me sweating and I feel I get a great workout.
Love This Workout
I have several workout DVDs, and this is my favorite. My heartrate increases, my abs ache and all in my little tiny living room. I would recommend this workout to anyone.

I love this workout
I love this workout for a number of reasons:
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Liked the workout, not boring.
After doing the Windsor Pilates for about a year, I decided to try someone different. I have done Tracey York's workouts in the past and found them challenging but not impossible with repeat workouts. The presentation was slow at times but they can be fast forwarded. I really liked the workout and felt it was more targeted than the Windsor's. I will be trying some of the other workouts. Tracey and Michelle worked well together and taking turns made it easier to get to "know" both the instructors.

Pleasant introductory routine with instructional pauses
This is a fairly nice introductory video, with nice instruction and reminders about form and breathing. It goes a little slow, with pauses and instructions in between some of the exercises (not all). Some of the exercises are very challenging. I've been working out for a solid month every day, and was not able to do a few of them, so beginners may have to skip or modify some exercises (or better yet...get a more appropriate beginners video). The instructors are encouraging but don't make many suggestions for modifications.
Challenging for all levels.
The instruction is fabulous. I've applied tips from this DVD to my other Pilates DVD(Jennifer Kries' Perfect Mix). The workout is 40 minutes long and definitely do-able for all fitness levels. They provide challenging (and easier) modifications to accommodate varying fitness levels. This is a Pilates workout you can definitely grow with. It makes an excellent first Pilates DVD. I feel a pleasant burn following this workout, especially in the upper abs, rib area, and obliques. The soundtrack is wonderful...with a more classical bent and beautiful singing at the cooldown. The music enhances (and doesn't distract you from) this great workout. ... Read more

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Three nice Pilates programs geared to a variety of different levels
This DVD contains three workouts, AM Pilates, PM Pilates, and Energy Boost Pilates.I've given descriptions of each of the individual programs below.
am pilates okay but pm sucks
I got this tape as a present due to my new interest in pilates. I found the am pilates tape to be easy and fun.The pm tape, however, was very difficult.The cover stated it could be used by everyone, however, I found it to be advanced.

A nice change for Pilates beginners
The two parts of this workout video are quite different. First, Jillian Hessel leads a morning workout, beginning with breathing exercises sitting on a chair and moving on to a gentle mat workout. It's all very easy to follow and as a pretty unfit Pilates beginner I kept up with everything, except the criss-cross ab work, but I'll get there. You won't feel the burn exactly, but you will wake up and gently strengthen your powerhouse. Finally Jillian gets you standing up and balancing--a really good feeling as you get to check how centred and aligned you are after that deceptively simple workout!Read more

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Great Low Impact Flex Band Workout!
If you like Moira Stott then you'll most likely enjoy this program.
A good workout if you like working with the flex band
This is a good pilates workout using the flex band. The instructor is great and easy to follow. However, I prefer the stability ball, the magic circle and mat work to the flex band. The flex band is my least favorite because I find that it really hurts my hands. Also, I found my wrist bending in an awkward position as I try to hold on the flex band and do the exercises. I was careful to hold the band the way the instructor recommended to avoid hurting my wrist but unless you have really strong hands/wrists, there is no way, you can hold on to the bands and do the exercises. Also, I didn't think the exercises were as much fun as the ones in the Pilates for Dummies DVD, Mari Windsor, Classical Pilates, Pilates on the ball etc. ... Read more

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If you like quickly changing, aerobic-dance choreography that looks more like jazz dance and ballet than hip-hop, you'll enjoy this 56-minute video tremendously. Instructor Lisa Wheeler presents interesting, inventive, and varied low-impact choreography, teaching the base moves and then embellishing them. She doesn't take quite long enough to teach each move, and she doesn't preteach the elements enough (especially in Workout 3), so you'll have to pause and rewind when you're first learning. Wheeler is accompanied by two men and two women who follow beautifully and don't utter a sound, which is refreshing after the screaming participants in some videos.Read more

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Good workout and fun to learn the steps
I'd seen Lisa Wheeler on some of Petra Kolber's workout tapes and that's why I ordered this one. It didn't disappoint. I would go ahead and get the VHS; you will get the good out of it.
nice dance video
I have tried three of the method videos (dance to fitness, all in one workout and dynamic cardio)and this one is the best. Interesting and Fun Exercise
I took a lot of dance as a teenager but find it hard to find classes that cater to the middle age person. This tape does the job well. It is engaging and fun. I have had no problem doing it in my living room and making it as "cardio" as I need it to be. I too wonder how they can use the word Pilates since it is not referred to in the tape at all. The teacher is excellent. ... Read more

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Great workout!
I have been doing pilates for the last few months, I even own other "breakthru" pilates videos.I must admit I felt a little uncomfortable with the ballet moves, but the next day my legs, arms and tummy were feeling it!The combination of yoga, ballet, and pilates really targets all of your body, and addsneeded flexibility. I like the instructors and their minimal chat does not bother me.It is not for beginners, but if you know the pilates basics, you'll be fine.

The workout was great!
The workout went very smooth and quickly, no nonsense pauses. I felt the workout immediately. The pushups are going to the hardest to master, but looking forward to it.I really like Tracy and Michelle. They work well together. The best thing about the workout is , it's not boring.

Cute but Irritating
This workout is one notch up from Pilates for Couch Potatoes, but is not a serious pilates workout in my book at least (and I am a pilates novice).
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