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Pilates for Dummies – DVD Review

Pilates Workout for Dummies is a great exercise DVD for beginners and novice students of Pilates. I have never been a fan of Pilates, it’s always seemed ‘too’ hard even when I was in good physical shape, however the basic workout is presented in a very patient manner that I enjoyed. The instructor Michele Dozois explains and demonstrates different mat exercises. I found myself actually enjoying the workout in Pilates as she cautioned against common mistakes and explained how to position the body effectively. The intermediate workout varies from the beginning workout as it picks up the pace. Pilates is … Continue reading →

Yoga for Dummies – DVD Review

Yoga for Dummies is a designed to provide balanced workout for the mind and the body. These exercises can all be found in Basic Yoga Workout for Dummies For someone who has never practiced yoga, this is a great beginning DVD for first timers. The host is named Sara Ivanhoe. She teaches what she calls the daily dozen. These are 12 basic poses including some challenges and modifications. Ivanhoe has a very approachable voice and a calming manner. She offers the concepts and information along with the jargon in a manner that is ideal for introduction to yoga. However, those … Continue reading →

Yogic Walking

When it comes to finding time to work out or attend a yoga class, many moms (especially those with young children or babies) roll their eyes and grin. They don’t have time to have a quiet cup of coffee much less time for a class. There is something you can do that takes into account your need for time and your need for yoga. What is Yogic Walking? Yogic walking asks that you take a walk, striding in natural rhythm to your breathing. You don’t have to pant in order for footsteps to hit the ground at speed. Instead, you … Continue reading →