Shiva Rea – Creative Core Abs (2006)
Amazon.com
It’s hard to say how Shiva Rea would react to being called “the Madonna of yoga,” a phrase that appears on the cover of Creative Core Abs. But one thing is certain: the popular, California-based yogi’s several DVD programs are uniformly first-rate, and this one is no exception. Roughly defined as the area between the upper thighs and lower ribcage, with particular focus on the abdominals and lower back, the core is “more than our physical center,” says Rea; it is “our inner fire,” the seat of our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual selves (not to mention the center of a great many yoga poses). Mindful that core exercises are for many of us “a duty, not a pleasure,” Rea has designed three different programs (ranging from seven to seventeen minutes) that aim to offer a more creative, innovative approach to the work. The “Water Core” segment includes various seated movements, many involving the arms as well; there are also sequences done on the back, som (more…)
Categories: Abdominal Trainers, Kettlebell Workout Tags: 2006, core, Creative, Shiva
10 Minute Solution: Rapid Results Pilates (2006)
Health Magazine
“Best Pilates DVD of the year 2006″
NO TIME TO EXERCISE? We have the solution for you the 10 Minute Solution! Everyone can find at least ten minutes in their day, and weve developed 5 dynamic Pilates workouts that are just 10 minutes each. The workouts were designed by internationallyrecognized Pilates Instructor Lara Hudson using a technique called Power Precision Sequencing that is specifically designed to give you rapid results. These compact, ultra-efficient workouts fit into even the busiest of schedules. Split them into 5 separate workouts, or mix and match to hit your own unique problem areas or do all of them together for one total-body 50-minute Pilates workout! SUPER TONED BUNS & THIGHS Tone, firm and sculpt your lower body while lifting your buns this 10 Minute segment will give you the results youve been looking for! ARM & SHOULDER SHAPER Get toned, sexy, sleek arms and shoulders with this Pilates-inspi (more…)
Pilates For Beginners (2006)
PILATES FOR BEGINNERS is the perfect way to be introduced to Pilates and it helps you to explore and experience the numerous benefits of pilates. There are over 12 routines to help build strength, increase flexibility, improve your health and vitality and transform how you look and feel. Routines are led by renowned instructor Maggie Rhoades who expertly leads you through tailored workouts ranging from 10 to 35 minutes. PILATES FOR BEGINNERS was filmed on location at one of the most beautiful, tranquil beaches in the world, Half-Moon Bay, Antigua. DVD HIGHLIGHTS: -Over 12 Customized, Targeted Routines -Exclusive Interview with the Instructor -Routines from 10 – 35 Minutes
Women’s Health: Train for Your Body Type (2006)
No matter what shape you are you know what part of your figure you d like to change. Maybe you want leaner legs better toned arms or a flatter belly. We ve got the workout moves to help you get them no matter what body type you haveTrain for Your Body Type developed with the fitness pros of Women s Health magazine helps you do exactly that: slim and tone all the right places with specialized routines that are custom-made for your needs and your figure. We give you an interactive customizable menu system and you choose from one of three workouts designed especially for your kind of body. Each workout includes both fat-burning cardio and whole-body strengthening components.Whether you want to whittle your waist build your upper or lower body balance your proportions or just tone up all over our plan will help you get your best body ever!BONUS segments*THE ULTIMATE EAT-FOR-ENERGY PLAN*SALADS THAT SLIM YOU DOWN AND FILL YOU UP!System Requirements:Running Time: 82 MinutesFo (more…)
Complete Pregnancy Fitness with Erin O’Brien (2006)
Oxygen, November 2007
Offers ways to reclaim your body with easy-to-modify workouts that pack a strong pre- and post-natal punch.
An efficient, supportive training program for the big day and your new lifeWhether you re a regular exerciser who wants to stay fit or newly committed to exercise for your health and your baby s, Hollywood trainer Erin O Brien offers you safe and effective workouts that can take you every step of the way.This box set includes both of these programs (also sold separately):PRENATAL FITNESS FIX While seven months pregnant with her second child, Erin leads you in a 40-minute blend of fat-burning cardio, muscle toning, strength training, and tension-relieving stretches. Also includes a 20-minute partner workout, which Erin demonstrates with her husband, actor James Denton (Desperate Housewives). “This is the one that will make you sweat. It’s also amusing and entertaining” Chicago Tribune. POSTNATAL RESCUE Ease back into exercis (more…)
10 Minute Solution: Fitness Ball Workouts (2006)
NO TIME TO EXERCISE? We have the solution for you! Instructor Kimberly Spreen has developed 5 distinctive, ultra-effective Fitness Ball workouts, each one specially designed to tighten and tone your body. And the real secret of the ball is that it works your midsection without you even knowing it. Just by maintaining balance on the ball, you constantly activate your core musclesso all the workouts will help give you leaner, flatter abs. Voted Top Workout of 2006 by Natural Health Magazine, this DVD allows you to split these 10 minute sections into 5 separate workouts, or mix and match to hit your own unique problem areas or do all of them together! BUTT & THIGH TONE-UP: Youll get incredible results from this segment the ball allows you to really target specific muscle groups so you can tone, tighten and shape your entire lower body. ARMS & SHOULDER SCULPTOR: This segment incorporates light hand weights and utilizes the fitness ball to help you achieve sexy, s (more…)
