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title: Ultimate Get-fit Kit for Dummies
text: Product Description 3 DVD's include Pilates weight-loss workout, basic yoga workout, and shaping up with weights. These unintimidating DVD's explain fitness techniques in easy-to-understand language. Not only can you reshape your body with these workouts, but you may even change your mind about exercise. Product Description 3 DVD's include Pilates weight-loss workout, basic yoga workout, and shaping up with weights. These unintimidating DVD's explain fitness techniques in easy-to-understand language. Not only can you reshape your body with these workouts, but you may even change your mind about exercise.

title: Yoga Boost: Beginner's Yoga System For Men And Women Who Don't Normally Do Yoga, With Modifications For The Inflexible. Build Muscle, Lose Weight, Soothe Sore Muscles, and Relieve Stress. Package May Vary
text: Product Description Introducing a yoga workout system for the rest of us, with modifications for those who can't touch their toes. No painful postures. No hymns, chants, or gongs. This is yoga for physical fitness. This is yoga for those who don’t normally do yoga! Boost your morning routine. Boost your metabolism. And boost your fitness goals with this complete yoga system for beginners. Here's how: Workout 1 - Yoga Sharpen: Boost your morning routine with this energizing beginner's workout that focuses on the fundamentals. Workout 2 - Yoga Strength: Build muscle by targeting areas that conventional resistance exercises often miss in a safe, low impact way. Whether you are a beginner to fitness, or an athlete looking to improve their performance, this is the workout for you. Workout 3 - Yoga Sweat: Boost your metabolism with this power yoga class for weight loss! This faster moving yoga workout will get your heart pumping and your muscles burning! Workout 4 - Yoga Stretch & De-Stress: Boost your recovery, soothe sore muscles, and get rid of those pains and aches with this restorative workout. Use it as your cool down after the other workouts, or use it to unwind and de-stress after a long day! Lebron James and Kevin Love are doing it. The Seattle Seahawks were doing it on their way to the Super Bowl. Now it's your turn to discover all of yoga's amazing benefits! Build muscle. Lose weight. Boost your athletic performance. Soothe sore muscles. Reduce lower back pain. And get into great shape. Oh, and you might relax a little too! Note, DVD cover image and package may vary. Product Description Introducing a yoga workout system for the rest of us, with modifications for those who can't touch their toes. No painful postures. No hymns, chants, or gongs. This is yoga for physical fitness. This is yoga for those who don’t normally do yoga! Boost your morning routine. Boost your metabolism. And boost your fitness goals with this complete yoga system for beginners. Here's how: Workout 1 - Yoga Sharpen: Boost your morning routine with this energizing beginner's workout that focuses on the fundamentals. Workout 2 - Yoga Strength: Build muscle by targeting areas that conventional resistance exercises often miss in a safe, low impact way. Whether you are a beginner to fitness, or an athlete looking to improve their performance, this is the workout for you. Workout 3 - Yoga Sweat: Boost your metabolism with this power yoga class for weight loss! This faster moving yoga workout will get your heart pumping and your muscles burning! Workout 4 - Yoga Stretch & De-Stress: Boost your recovery, soothe sore muscles, and get rid of those pains and aches with this restorative workout. Use it as your cool down after the other workouts, or use it to unwind and de-stress after a long day! Lebron James and Kevin Love are doing it. The Seattle Seahawks were doing it on their way to the Super Bowl. Now it's your turn to discover all of yoga's amazing benefits! Build muscle. Lose weight. Boost your athletic performance. Soothe sore muscles. Reduce lower back pain. And get into great shape. Oh, and you might relax a little too! Note, DVD cover image and package may vary.

title: Gentle Yoga: 7 Beginning Yoga Practices for Mid-life (40's - 70's) including AM Energy, PM Relaxation, Improving Balance, Relief from Desk Work, Core Strength, and more.
text: Product Description Practice yoga with the grandeur & beauty of Glacier National Park! This DVD was developed especially for mid-lifers (40's to 70's), to increase strength and flexibility, balance, posture and grace of movement, and create a more relaxed body and mind. Includes 3 sequences designed for specific times of the day: A Morning Practice (18 minutes) to awaken and energize your whole body with easy standing movements; Mid-day Relief from Desk & Computer Work (19 minutes); and a Relaxing Evening Practice (29 minutes) to help you unwind and sleep better. Also includes 3 targeted practices to address specific needs of mid-life: Improving Balance (22 minutes), Core Strength and Flexibility (34 minutes), and Standing Poses for leg and hip flexibility (23 minutes). Also included is a relaxing Full-Body Practice done lying on your back, perfect when you need an effective but gentle practice (34 minutes), and a wonderful guided relaxation (8 minutes). You’ll learn to practice over 100 yoga poses safely and effectively with these 7 completely different routines. The poses flow seamlessly one to another at an easy-to-follow pace to make the most of your time. Designed & taught by Jane Adams, RYT 500, a yoga practitioner since 1976 who specializes in yoga for healthy ageing. Clear instruction & demonstrations make this perfect for beginners. Product Description Practice yoga with the grandeur & beauty of Glacier National Park! This DVD was developed especially for mid-lifers (40's to 70's), to increase strength and flexibility, balance, posture and grace of movement, and create a more relaxed body and mind. Includes 3 sequences designed for specific times of the day: A Morning Practice (18 minutes) to awaken and energize your whole body with easy standing movements; Mid-day Relief from Desk & Computer Work (19 minutes); and a Relaxing Evening Practice (29 minutes) to help you unwind and sleep better. Also includes 3 targeted practices to address specific needs of mid-life: Improving Balance (22 minutes), Core Strength and Flexibility (34 minutes), and Standing Poses for leg and hip flexibility (23 minutes). Also included is a relaxing Full-Body Practice done lying on your back, perfect when you need an effective but gentle practice (34 minutes), and a wonderful guided relaxation (8 minutes). You’ll learn to practice over 100 yoga poses safely and effectively with these 7 completely different routines. The poses flow seamlessly one to another at an easy-to-follow pace to make the most of your time. Designed & taught by Jane Adams, RYT 500, a yoga practitioner since 1976 who specializes in yoga for healthy ageing. Clear instruction & demonstrations make this perfect for beginners.

title: Musculacion Con Pesas Para Dummies
text: Product Description El DVD de Musculación con pesas para Dummies es una guía práctica ideal para cualquier persona que quiera comenzar a trabajar sus músculos practicando pesas, Product Description El DVD de Musculación con pesas para Dummies es una guía práctica ideal para cualquier persona que quiera comenzar a trabajar sus músculos practicando pesas,

title: Para Dummies: El Método Pilates + Yoga Básico (Import Movie) (European Format - Zone 2) (2013) Michelle Doz

title: Pilates for Beginners DVD Set: includes Pilates Workouts for Weight Loss, Routines for a Strong Core and Abs.
text: Product Description This Pilates DVD set has 3 Pilates videos with everything you need to begin learning Pilates and to progress at your own pace. Pilates for Inflexible People This Pilates workout video is for anyone who considers themselves inflexible. Joseph Pilate developed his method not for people who were already flexible, but rather to help inflexible and/or injured people become more flexible, strong and healthy. Pilates Complete for Inflexible People™ is the perfect companion for anyone on this wonderful journey to increased health and vitality. A wide range of poses are taught and modified to help both beginning and intermediate students experience the benefits of Pilates. No matter how flexible you are, these customized workouts allow you to progress at your own pace. Includes remedial yoga sections to concentrate on flexibility. Over 15 routines! Pilates Sculpt and Tone™ has everything you need to get into the best shape possible. With a wide range of routines, these routines will help you achieve a sculpted, lean physique. Easy-to-use menus allow you to select a workout that fits your scheduling and physical needs. You can choose a workout by either body part (abs, legs, arms, back and glutes) or by type of routine (mat work, circle, weights, balance ball or small ball). No matter what shape you are in now, these customized workouts allow you to work and progress at your own pace. Over 20 routines! Pilates for Weight Loss is the perfect way for beginning, intermediate and advanced students burn fat, build muscle and achieve and maintain an ideal weight. These workouts are designed to transform how your body looks, feels and performs, and is the perfect complement to any weight loss program. With over 15 customized mat Pilates workouts to suit your physical and scheduling needs, there is no better way to learn, progress and experience Pilates in your home. Great for beginners and advanced students Pilates for Weight Loss, Weights routines, core workouts, fat-during workouts, muscle toning, upper body, lower body workouts and more! Over 15 routines. Product Description This Pilates DVD set has 3 Pilates videos with everything you need to begin learning Pilates and to progress at your own pace. Pilates for Inflexible People This Pilates workout video is for anyone who considers themselves inflexible. Joseph Pilate developed his method not for people who were already flexible, but rather to help inflexible and/or injured people become more flexible, strong and healthy. Pilates Complete for Inflexible People™ is the perfect companion for anyone on this wonderful journey to increased health and vitality. A wide range of poses are taught and modified to help both beginning and intermediate students experience the benefits of Pilates. No matter how flexible you are, these customized workouts allow you to progress at your own pace. Includes remedial yoga sections to concentrate on flexibility. Over 15 routines! Pilates Sculpt and Tone™ has everything you need to get into the best shape possible. With a wide range of routines, these routines will help you achieve a sculpted, lean physique. Easy-to-use menus allow you to select a workout that fits your scheduling and physical needs. You can choose a workout by either body part (abs, legs, arms, back and glutes) or by type of routine (mat work, circle, weights, balance ball or small ball). No matter what shape you are in now, these customized workouts allow you to work and progress at your own pace. Over 20 routines! Pilates for Weight Loss is the perfect way for beginning, intermediate and advanced students burn fat, build muscle and achieve and maintain an ideal weight. These workouts are designed to transform how your body looks, feels and performs, and is the perfect complement to any weight loss program. With over 15 customized mat Pilates workouts to suit your physical and scheduling needs, there is no better way to learn, progress and experience Pilates in your home. Great for beginners and advanced students Pilates for Weight Loss, Weights routines, core workouts, fat-during workouts, muscle toning, upper body, lower body workouts and more! Over 15 routines.

title: Yoga for Beginners Deluxe Set: 8 Yoga Video Routines for Beginners. Includes Gentle Yoga Workouts to Increase Strength & Flexibility
text: Product Description YOGA COMPLETE FOR BEGINNERS DVD This video is the perfect beginner s yoga DVD set for exploring and experiencing the numerous benefits of yoga. With over 50 expertly taught routines to build strength, increase flexibility, improve your health and vitality lose weight and transform how you look and feel. Excite, inspire and encourage your journey of healthy and balanced living. YOGA FOR BEGINNERS DVD HIGHLIGHTS DVD A great place to start with 8 yoga routines that are perfect for beginners. YOGA FOR STRESS RELIEF DVD So many of us are affected by the stress of our daily lives, which is one of the greatest obstacles to achieving happiness, good health & well-being. Over the centuries, yoga practitioners have discovered simple and effective practices to reduce stress and achieve optimal health, vitality and serenity. YOGA for Stress Relief is the most comprehensive Yoga video for stress ever created with over 20 routines that range from 15-20 minutes to address mental, emotional and physical stress. Never before has a DVD revealed how to overcome dozens of common physical, mental and emotional stress related conditions through the ancient science of yoga. Target specific stress related issues including: General Stress Relief for anxiety, neck and shoulder pain; headaches lower & upper back pain, stomach and digestive issues, Insomnia, depression and more BONUS FEATURE - a 30 minutes of exclusive discussion of meditation from the Dalai Lama himself. Gentle Yoga for Every Body DVD - 12 customized routines that make all the physical and mental benefits of yoga available to everyone. Simple and effective practices to reduce stress and achieve optimal health, vitality and serenity. This DVD has specially modified poses and routines so that no matter how flexible or inflexible you are, you can experience the numer Product Description YOGA COMPLETE FOR BEGINNERS DVD This video is the perfect beginner s yoga DVD set for exploring and experiencing the numerous benefits of yoga. With over 50 expertly taught routines to build strength, increase flexibility, improve your health and vitality lose weight and transform how you look and feel. Excite, inspire and encourage your journey of healthy and balanced living. YOGA FOR BEGINNERS DVD HIGHLIGHTS DVD A great place to start with 8 yoga routines that are perfect for beginners. YOGA FOR STRESS RELIEF DVD So many of us are affected by the stress of our daily lives, which is one of the greatest obstacles to achieving happiness, good health & well-being. Over the centuries, yoga practitioners have discovered simple and effective practices to reduce stress and achieve optimal health, vitality and serenity. YOGA for Stress Relief is the most comprehensive Yoga video for stress ever created with over 20 routines that range from 15-20 minutes to address mental, emotional and physical stress. Never before has a DVD revealed how to overcome dozens of common physical, mental and emotional stress related conditions through the ancient science of yoga. Target specific stress related issues including: General Stress Relief for anxiety, neck and shoulder pain; headaches lower & upper back pain, stomach and digestive issues, Insomnia, depression and more BONUS FEATURE - a 30 minutes of exclusive discussion of meditation from the Dalai Lama himself. Gentle Yoga for Every Body DVD - 12 customized routines that make all the physical and mental benefits of yoga available to everyone. Simple and effective practices to reduce stress and achieve optimal health, vitality and serenity. This DVD has specially modified poses and routines so that no matter how flexible or inflexible you are, you can experience the numer

title: Fit Ball Workouts Bundle (Amazon.com Exclusive)
text: Product Description 10 Minute Solution: Pilates on the Ball No time to exercise? We have the solution for you the 10 Minute Solution! Everyone can find at least ten minutes in their day and weve developed 5 innovative Pilates workouts that are just 10 minutes each. They will slim tone and tighten your whole body. Compact and ultra-efficient these workouts fit into even the busiest of schedules. Split them into 5 separate workouts or do them all together for one incredible Pilates ball workout! Workouts include Pilates For Abs, Lower Body Pilates, Upper Body Pilates for Flexibility and Total Body Pilates. 10 Minute Solution: Fitness Ball Workouts This program offers several 10-minute routines designed to work the whole body using the fitness ball. Viewers will learn how to incorporate this tool into any fitness routine and in the process work the butt arms thighs waist shoulders and much more. Fat to Firm Fitness Ball Workout for Dummies This unintimidating program shows you how to use a fitness ball in easy-to-understand language. Not only can you reshape and tone your whole body with this program, but you may even change your mind about exercise. Firm up your total body with the hottest exercise tool on the market-the fitness ball. With this workout, you can increase the fun and the effectiveness of your exercise. Because the ball constantly challenges your balance, you have to work your deep, core muscles harder to remain steady. Anyone, regardless of age or fitness level, can use the ball to get a better workout, and that includes you! Fat-to-Firm Ball Workout For Dummies offers step by step instruction of 15 exercises that work your entire body. Many of the exercises have modifications that make working out at your own level easy to do. This workout incorporates upper-,middle-, and lower-body exercises to help you strengthen muscles, burn more calories daily, improve your posture, and meet your fitness goals. One to two sets of three-to ten-pound dumbbells are recommended, along with a fitness ball. About the instructor: Liz Gillies is a fitness professional who has been teaching for more than 15 years, specializing in the Pilates Method and fitness ball training. Liz is the owner of The Inside Scoop, a certifying studio for the Physical Mind Institute, and has appeared in other ball exercise videos, including the Zone ball workouts. Features: Fat to Firm Fitness Ball Workout & Bonus: "Ten Rules for Healthy Living," an excerpt from the book Dieting for Dummies. Product Description 10 Minute Solution: Pilates on the Ball No time to exercise? We have the solution for you the 10 Minute Solution! Everyone can find at least ten minutes in their day and weve developed 5 innovative Pilates workouts that are just 10 minutes each. They will slim tone and tighten your whole body. Compact and ultra-efficient these workouts fit into even the busiest of schedules. Split them into 5 separate workouts or do them all together for one incredible Pilates ball workout! Workouts include Pilates For Abs, Lower Body Pilates, Upper Body Pilates for Flexibility and Total Body Pilates. 10 Minute Solution: Fitness Ball Workouts This program offers several 10-minute routines designed to work the whole body using the fitness ball. Viewers will learn how to incorporate this tool into any fitness routine and in the process work the butt arms thighs waist shoulders and much more. Fat to Firm Fitness Ball Workout for Dummies This unintimidating program shows you how to use a fitness ball in easy-to-understand language. Not only can you reshape and tone your whole body with this program, but you may even change your mind about exercise. Firm up your total body with the hottest exercise tool on the market-the fitness ball. With this workout, you can increase the fun and the effectiveness of your exercise. Because the ball constantly challenges your balance, you have to work your deep, core muscles harder to remain steady. Anyone, regardless of age or fitness level, can use the ball to get a better workout, and that includes you! Fat-to-Firm Ball Workout For Dummies offers step by step instruction of 15 exercises that work your entire body. Many of the exercises have modifications that make working out at your own level easy to do. This workout incorporates upper-,middle-, and lower-body exercises to help you strengthen muscles, burn more calories daily, improve your posture, and meet your fitness goals. One to two sets of three-to ten-pound dumbbells are recommended, along with a fitness ball. About the instructor: Liz Gillies is a fitness professional who has been teaching for more than 15 years, specializing in the Pilates Method and fitness ball training. Liz is the owner of The Inside Scoop, a certifying studio for the Physical Mind Institute, and has appeared in other ball exercise videos, including the Zone ball workouts. Features: Fat to Firm Fitness Ball Workout & Bonus: "Ten Rules for Healthy Living," an excerpt from the book Dieting for Dummies.

title: Pilates Starter Bundle (Amazon.com Exclusive)
text: Product Description 10 Minute Solution: Rapid Results Pilates Instructor Lara Hudson leads viewers through several 10-minute Pilates routines designed to work the whole body in a short amount of time. Combined together the segments work the buns abs thighs waist arms shoulders and more. Pilates Workout for Dummies Another in the line of the popular DUMMIES series of fitness videos this Pilates program takes the viewer through the basics and presents an exercise program flexible enough to be tailored to viewers of any fitness level. Pilates is an unparalleled way to tone and reshape one's body and here the experienced instructor Michelle Dozois presents 18 strengthening lengthening and toning exercises that are a part of every Pilates mat workout. Pick Your Level: Weight Loss Pilates This Weight Loss Pilates program is a great way to slim down and develop a long, lean, graceful body. Fitness expert Ellen Barrett chose the best of the best out of three types of Pilates  standing, side-lying and mat Pilates  to create three different 10-minute routines. Each routine was developed using a dynamic, flowing technique which eliminates all the repositioning that takes up so much time in other Pilates workouts  so youll get maximum results in minimum time! Crunch - Burn & Firm Pilates Everyone knows that Pilates is great for creating longer, leaner muscles. But weve taken Pilates to a whole new level by adding some unique "Burn & Firm" elements to this workout! Product Description 10 Minute Solution: Rapid Results Pilates Instructor Lara Hudson leads viewers through several 10-minute Pilates routines designed to work the whole body in a short amount of time. Combined together the segments work the buns abs thighs waist arms shoulders and more. Pilates Workout for Dummies Another in the line of the popular DUMMIES series of fitness videos this Pilates program takes the viewer through the basics and presents an exercise program flexible enough to be tailored to viewers of any fitness level. Pilates is an unparalleled way to tone and reshape one's body and here the experienced instructor Michelle Dozois presents 18 strengthening lengthening and toning exercises that are a part of every Pilates mat workout. Pick Your Level: Weight Loss Pilates This Weight Loss Pilates program is a great way to slim down and develop a long, lean, graceful body. Fitness expert Ellen Barrett chose the best of the best out of three types of Pilates  standing, side-lying and mat Pilates  to create three different 10-minute routines. Each routine was developed using a dynamic, flowing technique which eliminates all the repositioning that takes up so much time in other Pilates workouts  so youll get maximum results in minimum time! Crunch - Burn & Firm Pilates Everyone knows that Pilates is great for creating longer, leaner muscles. But weve taken Pilates to a whole new level by adding some unique "Burn & Firm" elements to this workout!

title: **BACK PAIN VHS: Say Goodbye to Back Pain (Exercises Based On Dr. Hans Kraus & Alexander Melleby) *PLUS 2 FREE GIFTS: A.M. Yoga For Beginners With Rodney Yee *PLUS* Total Yoga With Tracey Rich & Ganga White
text: Editorial Reviews **SAY GOODBYE TO BACK PAIN: 96 Min. The Best Way To Eliminate Back Pain Is With Exercise. From Ordinary Backache To Slipped Discs, This Program Contains The Number One Exercise System And Shows You How To Get The Most Out Of It. This Program Is The Result Of The Pioneering Work Of Hans Kraus, M.D., President Kennedy's Back Doctor And Authority On Low Back Pain, Sports, And Rehabilitative Medicine. Self Tests; Pain Prevention; Reduce Stress And Tension; Improve Athletic Performance. *PLUS FREE GIFTS: A.M. YOGA: 20 Min Program Of Gentle Yoga Poses And Stretches To Start The Day Feeling Energized, Focused, Stretched, And Awakened. TOTAL YOGA: 70 Min. All The Benefits Of Hatha Yoga In One Powerful Program. Editorial Reviews **SAY GOODBYE TO BACK PAIN: 96 Min. The Best Way To Eliminate Back Pain Is With Exercise. From Ordinary Backache To Slipped Discs, This Program Contains The Number One Exercise System And Shows You How To Get The Most Out Of It. This Program Is The Result Of The Pioneering Work Of Hans Kraus, M.D., President Kennedy's Back Doctor And Authority On Low Back Pain, Sports, And Rehabilitative Medicine. Self Tests; Pain Prevention; Reduce Stress And Tension; Improve Athletic Performance. *PLUS FREE GIFTS: A.M. YOGA: 20 Min Program Of Gentle Yoga Poses And Stretches To Start The Day Feeling Energized, Focused, Stretched, And Awakened. TOTAL YOGA: 70 Min. All The Benefits Of Hatha Yoga In One Powerful Program.

title: Yoga & Pilates Workouts for Dummies [DVD]
text: Product Description Amazon.com A workout that balances both the body and the mind can be found in Basic Yoga Workout for Dummies . Fundamental postures are explained and demonstrated slowly with an emphasis on breathing and motion. Sara Ivanhoe teaches 12 basic poses that are termed the "daily dozen" and offers challenges and modifications to each of these moves. Ivanhoe presents these concepts in an approachable and calming manner that adds to the overall relaxed feeling that this session exudes. Newcomers to the practice of yoga will learn jargon, essential postures, and focusing techniques. Experienced participants may find some information redundant, but Ivanhoe offers such thorough explanations about each posture that you can't help but expand your existing knowledge of yoga. As the mountain pose, standing forward bend, and downward facing dog are explained (not to mention the nine other poses within the "daily dozen"), proper body alignment becomes the focus. Meticulous attention is given to the connection between breathing and body movement with several reminders to keep the spine in "neutral alignment." This session ranks great for safety and content and makes yoga accessible to anyone who "always wanted to, but never did." This is a substantial program that can introduce the basics and build your understanding of yoga. --Olivia Voigts Pilates Workout for Dummies is a 60-minute DVD, ideal for both the first-time and intermediate Pilates exerciser. In the Basic Workout, well-toned instructor Michelle Dozois clearly and patiently presents 18 classic Pilates mat exercises, first demonstrating and explaining, then doing 6 to 10 repetitions. She explains what the Powerhouse is and how to use it, and covers the basics you'll need if you've never done this before (or need to be reminded), offering alignment tips, breathing, and extremely clear instructions for executing each movement. Dozois suggests modifications for making the exercises easier (or, occasionally, more challenging), and includes cautions against common mistakes and reminder tips for doing each exercise effectively. This is a fine first workout for Pilates novices. The Intermediate Workout consists of some of the Basic exercises and several new ones, all done at a faster pace and with more challenging instructions. This is a workout you can progress with! --Joan Price Product Description Amazon.com A workout that balances both the body and the mind can be found in Basic Yoga Workout for Dummies . Fundamental postures are explained and demonstrated slowly with an emphasis on breathing and motion. Sara Ivanhoe teaches 12 basic poses that are termed the "daily dozen" and offers challenges and modifications to each of these moves. Ivanhoe presents these concepts in an approachable and calming manner that adds to the overall relaxed feeling that this session exudes. Newcomers to the practice of yoga will learn jargon, essential postures, and focusing techniques. Experienced participants may find some information redundant, but Ivanhoe offers such thorough explanations about each posture that you can't help but expand your existing knowledge of yoga. As the mountain pose, standing forward bend, and downward facing dog are explained (not to mention the nine other poses within the "daily dozen"), proper body alignment becomes the focus. Meticulous attention is given to the connection between breathing and body movement with several reminders to keep the spine in "neutral alignment." This session ranks great for safety and content and makes yoga accessible to anyone who "always wanted to, but never did." This is a substantial program that can introduce the basics and build your understanding of yoga. --Olivia Voigts Pilates Workout for Dummies is a 60-minute DVD, ideal for both the first-time and intermediate Pilates exerciser. In the Basic Workout, well-toned instructor Michelle Dozois clearly and patiently presents 18 classic Pilates mat exercises, first demonstrating and explaining, then doing 6 to 10 repetitions. She explains what the Powerhouse is and how to use it, and covers the basics you'll need if you've never done this before (or need to be reminded), offering alignment tips, breathing, and extremely clear instructions for executing each movement. Dozois suggests modifications for making the exercises easier (or, occasionally, more challenging), and includes cautions against common mistakes and reminder tips for doing each exercise effectively. This is a fine first workout for Pilates novices. The Intermediate Workout consists of some of the Basic exercises and several new ones, all done at a faster pace and with more challenging instructions. This is a workout you can progress with! --Joan Price

title: Pilates Weight Loss Workout for Dummies [DVD]
text: Product Description This unintimidating program takes you through Pilates standing and floor workout techniques in easy-to-understand language. Not only will you burn calories by using this routine in your weight- loss program, but you may even change your mind about exercise. If youre looking to lose weight, burn some extra calories, and get a gentle, easy-to-follow workout, Pilates Weight-Loss Workout For Dummies is for you! This workout takes the original Pilates Method  known for its fabulous toning benefits  and adds simple, upbeat movements that increase your heart rate and ultimately help you burn more calories than with traditional Pilates workouts. Pilates Weight-Loss Workout For Dummies offers step-by- step instruction for both standing and mat exercises and makes working out at your own level easy to do.This program is fluid, comfortable, and effective  now you can get that long, lean, toned physique while burning calories and having fun! About the Instructor: Tracey Thompson is a certified NASM and AFAA fitness professional with more than18 years of experience in the fitness industry. She is a personal trainer and a group fitness instructor who specializes in the Pilates Method and modified- Pilates programs. Product Description This unintimidating program takes you through Pilates standing and floor workout techniques in easy-to-understand language. Not only will you burn calories by using this routine in your weight- loss program, but you may even change your mind about exercise. If youre looking to lose weight, burn some extra calories, and get a gentle, easy-to-follow workout, Pilates Weight-Loss Workout For Dummies is for you! This workout takes the original Pilates Method  known for its fabulous toning benefits  and adds simple, upbeat movements that increase your heart rate and ultimately help you burn more calories than with traditional Pilates workouts. Pilates Weight-Loss Workout For Dummies offers step-by- step instruction for both standing and mat exercises and makes working out at your own level easy to do.This program is fluid, comfortable, and effective  now you can get that long, lean, toned physique while burning calories and having fun! About the Instructor: Tracey Thompson is a certified NASM and AFAA fitness professional with more than18 years of experience in the fitness industry. She is a personal trainer and a group fitness instructor who specializes in the Pilates Method and modified- Pilates programs.

title: Pilates Workout for Dummies [DVD]
text: Product Description Product Description This unintimidating video explains Pilates mat techniques in easy-to-understand language. Not only can you tone and reshape your entire body by using this video - but you may even change your mind about exercise. What is the ultimate workout machine! YOUR BODY!!! With the authentic Pilates Method (developed decades ago by Joseph H. Pilates), you can reshape and tone your entire body to look longer and leaner by using these simple-yet-effective techniques. Anyone can do Pilates, regardless of age or fitness level - and that means you! Pilates for Dummies offers step-by-step instruction for 18 popular Pilates mat exercises and makes working out at your own level easy to do. This video incorporates floor techniques that are taught as part of every Pilates mat class to help you strengthen and lengthen your muscles, improve your posture, and tone and tighten your mid-section. About the instructor: Michelle Dozois is a 14-year fitness professional and Method Pilates certified instructor. She's the co-owner of Breakthru, a personal training and Pilates studio in Pasadena, California. Michelle has appeared in over 15 exercise videos, including Buns of Steel Platinum Collection and 10 Minute Solution. Amazon.com Pilates Workout for Dummies is a 60-minute DVD, ideal for both the first-time and intermediate Pilates exerciser. In the Basic Workout, well-toned instructor Michelle Dozois clearly and patiently presents 18 classic Pilates mat exercises, first demonstrating and explaining, then doing 6 to 10 repetitions. She explains what the Powerhouse is and how to use it, and covers the basics you'll need if you've never done this before (or need to be reminded), offering alignment tips, breathing, and extremely clear instructions for executing each movement. Dozois suggests modifications for making the exercises easier (or, occasionally, more challenging), and includes cautions against common mistakes and reminder tips for doing each exercise effectively. This is a fine first workout for Pilates novices. The Intermediate Workout consists of some of the Basic exercises and several new ones, all done at a faster pace and with more challenging instructions. This is a workout you can progress with! --Joan Price Product Description Product Description This unintimidating video explains Pilates mat techniques in easy-to-understand language. Not only can you tone and reshape your entire body by using this video - but you may even change your mind about exercise. What is the ultimate workout machine! YOUR BODY!!! With the authentic Pilates Method (developed decades ago by Joseph H. Pilates), you can reshape and tone your entire body to look longer and leaner by using these simple-yet-effective techniques. Anyone can do Pilates, regardless of age or fitness level - and that means you! Pilates for Dummies offers step-by-step instruction for 18 popular Pilates mat exercises and makes working out at your own level easy to do. This video incorporates floor techniques that are taught as part of every Pilates mat class to help you strengthen and lengthen your muscles, improve your posture, and tone and tighten your mid-section. About the instructor: Michelle Dozois is a 14-year fitness professional and Method Pilates certified instructor. She's the co-owner of Breakthru, a personal training and Pilates studio in Pasadena, California. Michelle has appeared in over 15 exercise videos, including Buns of Steel Platinum Collection and 10 Minute Solution. Amazon.com Pilates Workout for Dummies is a 60-minute DVD, ideal for both the first-time and intermediate Pilates exerciser. In the Basic Workout, well-toned instructor Michelle Dozois clearly and patiently presents 18 classic Pilates mat exercises, first demonstrating and explaining, then doing 6 to 10 repetitions. She explains what the Powerhouse is and how to use it, and covers the basics you'll need if you've never done this before (or need to be reminded), offering alignment tips, breathing, and extremely clear instructions for executing each movement. Dozois suggests modifications for making the exercises easier (or, occasionally, more challenging), and includes cautions against common mistakes and reminder tips for doing each exercise effectively. This is a fine first workout for Pilates novices. The Intermediate Workout consists of some of the Basic exercises and several new ones, all done at a faster pace and with more challenging instructions. This is a workout you can progress with! --Joan Price

title: Yoga Starter Bundle (Amazon.com Exclusive)
text: Product Description Basic Yoga Workout for Dummies A basic, beginners yoga program designed to increase flexibility, strength, stamina and muscle tone. 10 Minute Solution Yoga NO TIME TO EXERCISE? We have the solution for you  the 10 Minute Solution! Everyone can find at least ten minutes in their day, and weve developed 5 fabulous yoga workouts, each only 10 minutes. Instructor Lara Hudson has designed the workouts so that you can utilize each individually, or mix and match the sets to create a completely custom workout. Or you can put all five sets together for an incredible 50-minute, total body yoga workout! YOGA BASICS This flowing sequence focuses on basic yoga postures, breathing and techniques. This program is a great way to become familiar with yoga. Even if youre not new to yoga, you will enjoy the way this segment helps you to feel focused, revitalized and energized. YOGA FOR BUNS & THIGHS Want toned, lean legs and a firm, conditioned butt? Look no further! Lara gracefully guides you through some excellent toning and strengthening postures that really target those lower-body problem areas! After this segment, youll feel stronger and become leaner and sleeker. YOGA FOR ABS These 10 minutes are all about getting a flat belly. It can happen! Youll target your midsection with proven techniques and postures that are challenging but super effective! YOGA BURN Ready to burn some calories and shed pounds? This set really gets you moving and turns up the burn-factor on yoga! Through the use of dynamic movements, youll build strength, burn calories and workout your whole body. YOGA FOR FLEXIBILITY & RELAXATION Yoga is really about connecting with yourself and feeling good all over. This segment is a great reward at the end your yoga workout or a long, stressful day  its also a fabulous way to start your day out right. Be sure to take these delicious 10 minutes to relax, stretch and feel grounded. Crunch - Candlelight Yoga Soothing Yoga for Stress Relief and Relaxation. In just thirty minutes, melt anxiety into tranquility with yoga postures specifically chosen to release tension, increase strength, improve balance, and enhance flexibility. Crunch - Super SlimDown: Pilates Yoga Blend Certified Pilates and fitness instructor Ellen Barrett presents a workout combining yoga moves with Pilates exercises to help tone, strengthen, and burn calories. Product Description Basic Yoga Workout for Dummies A basic, beginners yoga program designed to increase flexibility, strength, stamina and muscle tone. 10 Minute Solution Yoga NO TIME TO EXERCISE? We have the solution for you  the 10 Minute Solution! Everyone can find at least ten minutes in their day, and weve developed 5 fabulous yoga workouts, each only 10 minutes. Instructor Lara Hudson has designed the workouts so that you can utilize each individually, or mix and match the sets to create a completely custom workout. Or you can put all five sets together for an incredible 50-minute, total body yoga workout! YOGA BASICS This flowing sequence focuses on basic yoga postures, breathing and techniques. This program is a great way to become familiar with yoga. Even if youre not new to yoga, you will enjoy the way this segment helps you to feel focused, revitalized and energized. YOGA FOR BUNS & THIGHS Want toned, lean legs and a firm, conditioned butt? Look no further! Lara gracefully guides you through some excellent toning and strengthening postures that really target those lower-body problem areas! After this segment, youll feel stronger and become leaner and sleeker. YOGA FOR ABS These 10 minutes are all about getting a flat belly. It can happen! Youll target your midsection with proven techniques and postures that are challenging but super effective! YOGA BURN Ready to burn some calories and shed pounds? This set really gets you moving and turns up the burn-factor on yoga! Through the use of dynamic movements, youll build strength, burn calories and workout your whole body. YOGA FOR FLEXIBILITY & RELAXATION Yoga is really about connecting with yourself and feeling good all over. This segment is a great reward at the end your yoga workout or a long, stressful day  its also a fabulous way to start your day out right. Be sure to take these delicious 10 minutes to relax, stretch and feel grounded. Crunch - Candlelight Yoga Soothing Yoga for Stress Relief and Relaxation. In just thirty minutes, melt anxiety into tranquility with yoga postures specifically chosen to release tension, increase strength, improve balance, and enhance flexibility. Crunch - Super SlimDown: Pilates Yoga Blend Certified Pilates and fitness instructor Ellen Barrett presents a workout combining yoga moves with Pilates exercises to help tone, strengthen, and burn calories.

title: Stability Ball Workout for Dummies [DVD]
text: Product Description Stability Ball Workout for Dummies offers step-by-step instructions of 15 exercises that work your entire body. Many of the exercises have modifications that make working out at your own level easy to do. This workout incorporates upper, middle, and lower body exercises to help you strengthen muscles, burn more calories daily, improve your posture, and meet your fitness goals. Get on the ball to tone and firm your entire body! One to two sets of 3-10lb dumbbells are recommended, along with the stability ball. Liz Gillies is a fitness professional who has been teaching for more than 15 years, specializing in the Pilates Method and stability ball training. Liz is the owner of The InsideScoop, a certifying studio for the Physical Mind Institute, and has appeared in other ball exercise videos, including the Zone Ball Workouts. Product Description Stability Ball Workout for Dummies offers step-by-step instructions of 15 exercises that work your entire body. Many of the exercises have modifications that make working out at your own level easy to do. This workout incorporates upper, middle, and lower body exercises to help you strengthen muscles, burn more calories daily, improve your posture, and meet your fitness goals. Get on the ball to tone and firm your entire body! One to two sets of 3-10lb dumbbells are recommended, along with the stability ball. Liz Gillies is a fitness professional who has been teaching for more than 15 years, specializing in the Pilates Method and stability ball training. Liz is the owner of The InsideScoop, a certifying studio for the Physical Mind Institute, and has appeared in other ball exercise videos, including the Zone Ball Workouts.