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Basic Yoga for Dummies |
 Finally: educational, safe, effective |
| I am a Certified Yoga Therapist as well as a Physical Therapist and it was absolutely refreshing to review this DVD. I recommend this video to all my patients. Not only is it essential for any beginner to Yoga to own, but, also it is a great review for yoga practitioners and teachers. Yes, Sara takes her time in each pose; however, this is instrumental in teaching safe and effective yoga postures. Keep in mind, it is a remarkably thorough educational and instructional video; made for this purpose. People who find it 'boring' or 'slow' may in fact need to slow down themselves and take the time in each posture to discover something new in the posture that they may have been missing; even if you're an advanced student! The extra icons (tips, cautions, myth busters, modifications) that pop up throughout the video are informative and essential for a safe yoga practice. If you are looking for a fast paced, ocean side yoga 'workout'; this is not for you. I am extremely thankful for this video. Thank you Sara. - posted by Shelly, PT, CYT-C on 10/19/2008 |
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| Superb Introduction |
| I've tried several yoga videos for beginners and in my opinion, this is the best. The instructor not only explains the poses in easy-to-understand language, she also shows how to modify them to make them easier - essential for older or out-of-shape exercisers. - posted by Barbara on 2/15/2008 |
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| I must disagree. |
| I must say I'm suprised at the positive reviews here. I was just warning a friend away from this video. It tries to be both an introduction to yoga and a beginner's video to follow. This means the instructor talks a bit, puts you in a pose, talks about the pose for awhile, and then says, "now begin the six breaths," when you've already been in the pose more than that long, and are possibly uncomfortable. Or at least bored. This video does contain a lot of detailed instruction, but I was only able to watch it twice before I lost patience with it. From that, at best, I might remember the poses, but not the order or the corrections given. Other videos manage to both explain how to do a pose and correct common errors while still moving from one pose to the next without undue delay. When you add to that irritating pop up hints and facts, and an instructor who defaults to standing in an unnatural twist meant to look good... you have a thoroughly unsatisfactory video, in my opinion. - posted by Josephine on 11/28/2006 |
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| If New to Yoga, Buy this video or DVD |
| I have practiced Yoga on and off for approximately ten years. Sara Ivanhoe does an exceptional job of explaining the breathing, poses and most importantly how to keep yourself safe in each pose. I use this video when introducing my friends and family to the practice of Yoga because of the detailed instruction that I can build on in helping others into and out of the poses, as well as the slow pace. I agree after a few times through the video is a bit wordy but like others I just fast forward. BUT, if you are new to yoga, get this video and if you can afford to take a class from an experienced instructor at least once it would be incredibly useful in learning Yoga. - posted by Krystal on 3/3/2005 |
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| Great Intro to Yoga |
| Just tried this for the first time today and I thought it was terrific. I agree that over time, the "Dummies" comments/visuals would getting annoying but as a beginner video, it is great. I found the instructor to be soothing and easier to follow - not at all intimidating. I think older folks (seniors) would enjoy this as well - especially those new to exercise. - posted by Kim R. on 3/10/2004 |
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| Good in some ways, annoying in others |
| I thought the instructor was fine, and the basic poses were OK too. As an introduction to yoga it is perfectly adequate. HOWEVER, the tradmark "Dummies" cutsey visuals and jarring sound effects were annoying and counterproductive for a yoga video. They detracted from the overall quality. While I liked the basic workout, I never use the tape because I find the format too annoying to bear. - posted by Funniegrrl on 2/20/2004 |
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| perfect for beginners, yes it is |
| I think this is a great video for beginning yoga. I have been doing it for two weeks now and fast forward thru all the talking and the video is about 25 mins. - posted by gertie on 12/1/2003 |
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| Highly Recommended by a Beginner!! |
| This video is worth every cent!! The instructor is easy to follow. Once you learn the poses, you can forward past the instruction parts and go right to the practice(the word "BEGIN" will show on the screen)!! This tape is very relaxing and great for improving balance and flexibility!!! At first you might get frustrated, but STICK WITH IT!!! You will be surprised at how quickly you will progress!! - posted by Laurie on 7/10/2003 |
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| Highly recommended |
| I have practiced yoga for a number of years. This tape is excellent. It has really good cues for perfecting the positions, with non-intrusive reminders about both body position and breath, which is needed by practioners of all levels. Yoga (as currently all the popular Pilates blurb focuses on)is not about how you can fold yourself into a pretzel but the quality of practice. This tape may be basic in concept, but is very effective. - posted by Judith on 6/26/2003 |
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| A GREAT PLACE TO START |
| I HAD NEVER DONE YOGA IN MY LIFE AND I'M VERY GLAD I START WITH THE DUMMIES TAPES. SARA IVANHOE IS EXCELLENT AT MAKING EVEN THE MORE DIFFICULT STUFF EASY TO LEARN AND MASTER. I WOULD DEFINITELY ORDER BOTH THE DUMMIES TAPES AT THE SAME TIME BECAUSE AFTER THE FIRST TAPE, YOU'LL WANT TO MOVE ON TO THE NEXT! - posted by KRISTI on 3/25/2003 |
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