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Denise Austin's Pilates for Every Body |
 Great Denise Austin Video |
| I bought this V.H.S. tape years ago, and like Barbara, am updating to a D.V.D. I started doing this routine in 2004 and even though I was in decent shape, this one really did it for me. I began to see results almost immediatly. It's the first video I had tried using a resistance band, and you really do need the band for the best results. It isn't for beginners, however. I agree with many of the reviews on that topic. You need to be accustomed to exercising before doing this one. I stopped doing this workout for whatever reason, and went on to something else for a while. Then early last year I injured my back and almost got rid of the tape thinking I'd never be able to use it again. Thankfully, I kept it, and began doing it again last week, being careful to modify some of the moves to accomodate my delicate lower back area. It felt great and now I'm using it every other day, as I need to whittle the winter flab down. I'm hoping to get back into the great shape I was in when I was doing it years ago, and firmly(no pun intended) believe I will! I also have to comment, I love Denise Austin's positive attitude and the music on this tape is nice. I give it an a-plus! - posted by Angie on 3/9/2009 |
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| Great Pilates Routine |
| I bought this workout years ago, and still use it and it's still one of my favorite pilates workouts. I actually upgraded my tape to DVD eventually. You will really feel longer and leaner straight away. I also like, that Denise doesn't spend too much time on each individual exercise, so she packs a lot of variety into a 40 minute workout, no time for boredom... - posted by Barbara NZ on 1/11/2009 |
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| Fabulous Pilates DVD!!! |
| This is one of the BEST pilates DVD's out there! If you really focus and tighten your core like Denise tells you then you will actually sweat during this routine! I love how this series works the entire body and honestly does stretch, lengthen and tone from head to toe. I do cardio and light weight lifting four times a week and this video is an excellent supplement to my fitness regime! I have looked at dozens of different pilates DVD's and this one is definitely one of the most varied and concentrated routines you will find. Denise does a fabulous job guiding you and challenging your core body to get the results you want. I would not use this DVD as a stand alone workout unless all you want to improve is your flexibility. To really get the full benefits I would highly recommend combining a challenging cardio routine several times a week. Then when you do this DVD you will really feel a well rounded and complete workout if done even twice weekly. She targets so many areas and teaches you lots of different pilates moves that really give you a good scope of this type of exercise. I also LOVE the resistance band exercises that she incorporates into the routine, it really challenges your muscles and improves flexibility! Don't take my word for it, buy it, use it and find out for yourself!!! - posted by Kelty on 11/12/2008 |
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| Moves really quickly |
| I thought this workout was a killer the first time I did it (I'm beginner/intermediate level) but I have grown to love it. I get better at the harder moves every time I try. My favorite feature is that just about the time I think I can't stand one more move in a particular segment, Denise moves on to another type of exercise. The use of the band really lets you get into the fine muscles. I like Denise's encouragement. - posted by Barbara on 7/3/2007 |
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 Unique pilates workout! |
| I love the fusion of yoga and pilates in this workout! The use of the dyna band is really interesting-I've never come across anything like it in any of the classes I have taken. The pilates moves are not too challenging (intermediate level in my opinion), but they're still very effective. I love the standing ballet segment at the end--I feel like my body is truly lengthening! - posted by Leslie on 6/14/2007 |
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| Like it |
| I tried the DVD last night, it's good. She's a little chatty, but she's motivating. I have another Pilates tape by her, but I like this one the best. Hope to see results soon. - posted by Juanita on 6/7/2007 |
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*The star rating system began in April 2007. Reviews posted before then do not have stars.
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| NOT for every body! |
| I was excited after reading all of the reviews and I purchased this video. Unfortunately, I hurt my shoulder 1 minute into the workout! Denise was demonstrating a move were you try to lift your upper body up from a sit-up like position, by lifting your arms up in the air and mainly using your abs to pull you up. My abs were not strong enough, so I ended up trying to use my arms to lift myself and hurt my shoulder. I am overweight and out of shape, so if you are very new to exercise, you may want to wait till you strengthen before advancing to this video. - posted by Aimee on 1/24/2007 |
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| My Personal Favorite |
| I love this video. It was the first Pilates video that I bought and has turned out to be one of my favorites. The moves are not too complicated that you feel overwhelmed, but hard enough that you feel and see results. This is one that I do regularly. One of the best by Denise! - posted by Samantha on 3/15/2006 |
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| Wow! |
| I just tried this workout and really liked it a lot! It was floor pilates, standing pilates with and without the dyna band! It got to the point and moved quickly! I have some of her other workouts I did not care for, but this is really great! - posted by Tracy on 3/11/2006 |
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| I Like It |
| I am really enjoying Denise Austin workouts. I am a high intermediate level, but I find I can still get very challenging workouts with her DVDs. This one is just wonderful. I used a workout band for some of the exercises and hand weights for others. I like Denise Austin as an instructor because she really motivates me, and I need that. She looks good for being in her late 40s, and that is also extremely motivating. I highly recommend this one because it was very fun. - posted by Leeya on 1/15/2006 |
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