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	Pilates ring

Winsor Pilates Circle Workout Kit

Level:		Intermediate

Aerobics impact:		Lower

Aerobics choreography:		Moderate

Toning emphasis:		Total body

Emphasis details

Toning Emphasis

Workout 1
Upper body:	2 minutes	(10%)
Lower body:	8 minutes	(38%)
Abs:	11 minutes	(52%)


Workout 2
Upper/lower:	8 minutes	(100%)


Workout 3
Abs:	7 minutes	(100%)

Instructor:		Mari Winsor
		Instructor profile

Customer rating:

(average of 4 customer ratings)


Item #9294	$39.95	In-stock: Yes		Extra cost shipping

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Three complete workouts plus Mari’s special Pilates Circle — a padded, springy ring that adds resistance and assures correct technique. The first program, “20-Minute Pilates Circle,” is a unique and powerful rendition of Mari’s classic matwork. The moves are carefully sequenced for effectiveness and the Circle is used in every routine (e.g. squeezing the ring with your thighs or compressing it with your hands). Then, “10 Minute Sculpting Blast” is all standing; it’s designed to tone multiple muscle groups (e.g. shaping your lower body with calf raises as you firm your arms with ring-resistance arm routines). “Accelerated Fat Burning” does not use the Circle. It’s a dancer-style cardio workout that combines faster-paced standing Pilates with aerobic classics and even a few Latin dances (note: this is the identical workout as “Maximum Fat Burning” included in Mari’s “Fat Burning Series”). ©2005. DVD has: Chapter menus.

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Winsor Pilates Circle Workout Kit

Okay Plus a Stinker

The first 20 minute workout is not bad. It has some new pilates moves, but yikes, the supposed 10 mintue sculpting blast is a stinker! It doesn't sculpt anything, and it will blast nothing. It is truly a bunch of silly fluff-I really see no benefits from this 10 minute workout, so don't think you're getting a bonus. All it is is the same arm moves over and over with a couple of simple, if not silly dance moves. I have all the Winsor pilates videos, and although I love the variation and additional toning from the pilates ring, I believe this is her second to worse video(the worst one is her upper body video). If you really want her best with the pilates ring, get her beginner or advanced pilates ring videos; they are great. However, Collage doesn't have them any more-I think those videos are no longer being produced. Purchasing this would be one way of getting the pilates ring if you want to try the decent 20 minute workout. Also, I'm not usually into lighting, sound and sets, etc., but I noticed something about the sound on this video which is different from any of Mari's other videos--the sound quality is very, very poor. Her other videos sound great, but this one sounds like the microphone was far away or like she was talking into a tin can. I did like the different look of this set though-looks like a dance studio. And I always like how the participants are working out on platforms instead of the floor. It makes it so much easier to see what they are doing as though they are more in line with the camera. I'm 47 and an intermediate/advanced exerciser. A beginner to pilates might enjoy this. - posted by Stacey on 6/24/2008

Disappointing

It's the most boring workout I have ever done. A little advise for Mari, PLEASE do not attempt to do aerobics-stick to what you know. The workout is awful. - posted by C Doyley on 12/13/2007

Okay

I was so excited to get this because i have been doing pilates for a long time now and i love it, i love the results and the way it makes me feel. i just recently purchased this one but i was kinda disapointed because it was to short and too easy. Its more for begginers. But i love the circle and how that makes your body feel while working out with it. Its just what it needs to be more difficult so thats why im going to purchase the circle advanced. i hope that's better - posted by on 8/3/2007

Very good workout

I guess I'm what you can call a beginner/intermediate having had a kid somewhat recently but having worked out on a somewhat regular basis before that. This workout made me feel the burn and got my heart rate going. I feel like I'm very much on my way to my pre-baby body (with eating right too). I love it. - posted by Leah on 5/29/2007

*The star rating system began in April 2007. Reviews posted before then do not have stars.

very disappointed

I received this for my birthday. The cover is very deceiving. My sis thought she was buying me 2 ring workouts. Instead you get 1 20 min ring workout, 1 10 min sculpt and here's the kicker, the longer supposed fat burning workout doesn't even use the ring! It's an identical workout she already released. It's this goofy dance routine and I didn't even break a sweat doing this it. Very very disappointed. - posted by EN on 4/18/2007

good results

I have the origial set or winsor pilates and decided to try this one along with the new advanced sculpting circle workout. I am not overweight I just wanted to tone things up a bit and in less then two weeks I lost 3.5 in from my body, and felt that those were good results because I've hit a plateu. - posted by on 7/12/2006

THIS ONE IS NOT FOR ME!!

This one is not for me. My first workout with the tapes was boring. I did not like them but wanted to give it another try. I really wanted to like the set; however, after a few more tries, I returned it. The circle, for me, did not provide ample resistance. I do have and use other Mari videos. - posted by Casey on 7/12/2006

Good for Beginners

The DVD really is for beginners; the circle doesn't give a lot of resistance. The 10-min workout really just felt like I was working my arms and not my lower body. However, the cardio DVD is a lot of fun and a great workout, even without using the circle! - posted by KC on 2/19/2006

Great for Total Body Toning!

I love the Winsor 20-minute circle workout. In only 20 minutes, you can get a total body workout. The Winsor Circle is especially helpful for the upper body and the inner thighs. As always, Mari's instruction is the best! - posted by Donna on 1/29/2006

Results

I have been doing the 20 minute ring workout 4 to 5 times a week for 3 weeks and I have seen a big difference in my waist line and thighs and hips. Know I must add that I have been working out with other fitness viodes as well. I work out for at least an hour 6 days a week. But I really think the Pilates has helped slim down my lower half. - posted by Danielle on 1/24/2006

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Reading a Time Graph

Each workout shows a time graph of the workout sequence, from beginning to end. For example, this workout starts with a 10-minute warm-up and ends with a 10-minute stretch. In between, you'll do aerobics, then toning, then a cooldown.

Segments that include both aerobics & toning
Some workouts combine aerobics and toning. If the aerobics and toning are done at the same time, you'll see a "blended" graph. If the aerobics and toning are done in short, alternating intervals, you'll see an "interval" graph.

Chapter menus

You can play only the individual workout segments you want by picking them off a chapter menu (one at a time).

Level

Beginner: Just starting out, very overweight or haven't exercised in over six months.

Intermediate: Active in sports, dance or any regular exercise (2 to 3 times per week).

Advanced: Very active in sports or consistently work out four or more times per week.

Aerobics impact

Lower Impact: Both feet never leave the ground at the same time. This minimizes stress on your knees.

Higher Impact: Includes movements like jumps, hops and skips. Very high-impact is called plyometrics.

Mixed Impact: This alternates or combines the above styles.

Aerobics choreography

Basic: The easiest to follow. It ranges from simple walking-style marches to sports and athletic movements.

Complex: More intricate combinations and patterns. They're ideal for people who like to dance.

Moderate: More interesting than Basic, less dancy than Complex.

Toning emphasis

Upper body: Arms, chest and back.

Lower Body: Legs, thighs, hips and buttocks.

Abs: Abdominals (stomach), core and sometimes lower back.

Total body: Tones all three of the above muscle groups.

Floor aerobics & toning

Definition: Includes two workout activities. The aerobics segments are fast-paced standing movements like marching, dancing and jumping. These segments require no equipment. The toning sections are slow, controlled movements working against a resistance. These may include Pilates and weight training.

Benefits: The combination of both activities provides a balanced workout. The aerobics burns calories, strengthens your heart and increases stamina. The toning builds lean muscles, increases your metabolism and makes everyday activities easier.