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Crunch: Pick Your Spot Pilates |
  Pretty Good! |
| I'm newer to Pilates so I thought this would be a good one to have since I have joint problems in my core. I wanted something that would stretch the joints at the same time as giving them a nice workout. After trying this one today, I can say that I like it. It's not something that I'll do several days a week, but will work into my routine every so often. Bc I have problems with my core, some of the moves seems to aggravative my injuries more than help it (during the workout that is). However, several hours later, I feel just fine, relaxed, and well stretched. I felt it more than anything in my abs which is not a bad thing. If you have problems with your hips like bursitis, be careful of some of the moves as you are literally sitting right on the bursa sack for some of the moves. You can modify, but I don't think you get the full benefit of the moves. - posted by Julia on 10/29/2008 |
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| Disappointed, needs more reps |
| The moves are great for beginners, and is well cued, but doing only one set of 4 or so reps, didn't feel like much of a workout. I'm a beg/int. level, and thought from the clip this would be perfect for me. I understand they are wanting the total time to be relatively short, but this really needs a few more reps. If so, this would have been great. - posted by dmm on 8/5/2008 |
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| Very nice |
| Bought this early in my Pilates experimentation (5 years ago). I find it is still GREAT. It's a perfect early morning "non-workout" especially for those who like to ease into a day without pounding pavement. When I hurt my shoulder, this was a godsend. Now that I'm in a knee semi-crisis, same thing. The three segments (belly, butt and thighs) really break it down for me. Ellen is a breath of fresh air. It's also so encouraging to see real people doing this routine. I prefer it to Winsor Pilates; it's slower-paced and not painful. And the price is WAY BETTER, too!! - posted by Jeni on 7/12/2008 |
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| A favorite pilates! |
| This was my 2nd Ellen Barrett DVD, and it definitely made me a fan of hers. (I now have 9 DVDs by her!) While her most recent Studio workouts are more advanced, this is still a great workout. I don't dread anything on this DVD and could really do this anytime. I also really love how the 3 10 minute segments are divided up. I often get bored with long workouts, so this gives me the option of only doing a section or two if that's what I desire. However, I almost always do all 3 toning sections and once in a while do the total body bonus. Love Ellen and this DVD! - posted by Marissa on 6/24/2008 |
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| A great beginning |
| This workout is perfect for those days when you don't want to "work out." In other words, you get the benefits without the sweat. I use this on my "off" days. I do all three segments, and if I'm feeling up to it, I'll do the "total-body" segment, too. I really like this video, because you see Ellen in the beginning...as she comes out with more workouts you see how her body improves. If she can do it, I can do it!! - posted by Jacquie on 2/20/2008 |
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| Rehabilitated my knee with this! |
| I've been doing this workout (mainly the abs and thighs sections) for 5 months now. After I hurt my knee and rested it for months, I started doing exercises my doctor gave me to help strengthen my thigh/leg muscles to support my knee. Unfortunately the exercises hurt and I even pulled my hamstring behind my "good" knee. So, I went thru my video collection and found I could do this, and I have been using the "Thighs" segment at least 3 times a week. It's made a big difference in how my knee feels and it is toning my legs very nicely. I've had this workout since it came out, and used it off and on over the years. It's a really nice workout overall - all 3 segments, but the "Thighs" segment is definitely my favorite! - posted by Andelyn on 6/29/2007 |
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| Really Great |
| I am new to pilates and I tried other workouts that were way to hard for me. This workout was great. It was relaxing and challenging. I recommend this for the beginner. - posted by Angelina on 6/22/2007 |
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*The star rating system began in April 2007. Reviews posted before then do not have stars.
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| One of my Favorites |
| I LOVE this workout. I love the movements and the flow of it all. I love how they are 10 minute segments so you can pick and choose which one(s) you want to do. I also love the instructor. Ellen is very mellow and has the perfect tone in her voice for this type of workout. I will definitley be doing this wokrout on a regular basis. - posted by Emily on 3/20/2007 |
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| I love this workout! |
| I've bought countless workout DVD's and either their too difficult or too boring. This one is my FAVORITE. I love it and Ellen is a great instructor. This is a great DVD if your in a hurry,but want an awesome workout or you can mix it up with another kind of exercise. - posted by Gina on 3/20/2007 |
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| Good add on |
| This dvd is a good add on to other workouts or to do on light toning days. Ellen is very likable gives good cueing and the time flies. I'm not into pilates. I tried Stott and was bored to tears. I don't care if this isn't traditional pilates I still enjoyed it. - posted by jill on 12/13/2006 |
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