Title notwithstanding, Yoga Conditioning for Weight Loss isn't likely to promote weight loss any more than lots of other videos will. But that's not a knock--it merely reflects the fact that anyone who practices yoga regularly and conscientiously can both shave off some extra pounds and significantly reshape his or her body. With four different instructors simultaneously demonstrating a single program, each providing different modifications of the same poses, Yoga Conditioning for Weight Loss delivers a thorough, well-organized practice that can be undertaken by users at all levels of experience, fitness, and flexibility. After a gradual warm-up sequence, Suzanne Deason and her fellow instructors lead you through a series of standing asanas, back and forward bends, twists, and so on, with the proper technique and function of each pose explained clearly and concisely. The result is a workout that's challenging but not overwhelming and that should stand up to plenty of repeated use. All in all, another good offering from Living Arts.

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-30-Day Subliminal Weight Loss Program Lose Fat While Your Unconscious Mind Does The Work (DVD & CD)

No Will Power or Special Diet Needed! Program can be used by itself, or in conjunction with any diet or weight loss program

Also included in package a 20-minute music CD with all the subliminal messages to be used with DVD Subliminal Messages have been used for years to reprogram and change consumers minds in advertising. Now you can use the same process to lose fat, effortlessly!

If you can watch a 20-minute DVD everyday for 30 days, and listen to a music CD (included) at least every third day, you can reprogram your unconscious mind to lose fat and live a healthier life. ITs THAT SIMPLE!

The DVD consists of different scenes of beautiful mountain streams with flowing water and soothing music. But, there are images and powerful subliminal messages continuously imbedded throughout the scenes and music. Only your unconscious mind will be able to see and hear them. These subliminal messages in 30-days will reprogram your mind to lose fat and have healthy habits.

The Subliminal Messages Are: Become slim & healthy- Lose fat & inches- Drink plenty of water- Eat fruits & vegetables- Eat less sugar & fat- Motivation & desire- Eat smaller of portions of food- Have fun & enjoy life- Exercise safely- Eat until your body is nourished, then stop

DVD Includes: -Instructions for the 30-day program -Subliminal messages how and why they work -20- Minute subliminal program

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I have almost all of Preventions dvds. They are great because you can do only a little workout, or combine all segments for one long workout. Plus, they aren't intimidating or too challenging that you won't do them. All the instructors are fantastic and Chris is excellent in this as she usually is.

In this particular workout, there are three different 11 minute segments. There's cardio sculpt, pilates and kickbox. I love the pilates section where you also use dumbbells to increase the effect (like a bicep curl along with a bicycle). If you like kickboxing, you are in luck - it's fast and fun and totally fat burning. At the end of the dvd there is a 6 minute tutorial.

All you need are some dumbbells and plenty of energy. I've done this twice already and really enjoy it. Chris is bubbly as usuall and I love how you can pick and choose what exercises you do and how long your routine is going to be. This is a fantastic workout that I highly recommend.

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I bought this DVD after having used the Living Arts Basic Matwork DVD for about 2 months. I purchased Brooke Siler's The Pilates Body book at the same time.

The instructor's (Deason) approach to Pilates instruction seems to grow from a Yoga practice. The DVD starts with a 10 minute body-awareness session centering on breathing and movement during the breath. This is good for the overweight and provides a good foundation for the principles the workout is based on.

The workout sessions offer 4 workout POV's (beginner, moderate, or full and combined). I can keep up with the moderate but can't keep up with Deason, the full practice model, for the entire session. This is where the fourth view is useful, a longer shot where you can view all postures simultaneously (with some inserted close-ups that keep the camera position from becoming stale). PFW also does more reps of each exercise so this session is longer to perform.

Also, some postures have a 'Pilates tutor' section available. In movements where this feature is available a small figure doing 'The Teaser' appears in the lower right corner of the screen. The graphic signals the availability of a section on the disk that explains the posture for those who are new to Pilates. If you are a beginner to Pilates, please view these sections. PLEASE, don't follow the Full practice forms until you've been doing Piltes for a couple of weeks. You could hurt yourself. Better to start slow and stay with it than push to hard and and be sidelined by injury or burn out.

By now, you're thinking, 'So why did this guy only give the DVD a 3?' The style of PFW is more Yoga-centric, which is good for some but doesn't really hold my interest. I prefer the more standard instructor-led style of Ana Caban. Also, and I learned this after completing the Siler book, some of the exercices used in the DVD are modifications of actual Pilates mat workout practice. So if authenticity of technique is what you crave, this really isn't the right DVD.

Not to say that this isn't a good workout. It is. If you do the exercises as instructed you will feel it the next day. This is as it should be. So much of the Pilates work is isometric, you can always make the workout harder as you get stronger.

I would have given this work a 3.5 if I could.

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Having done yoga both with videos and in a class, I found this video to be a step above most other yoga videos. It is arranged in three sections, each having multiple workouts. The first section is designed for beginners, with one section teaching a basic set of poses, and two sections with flow-style practices of varying length. That is, the poses flow from one to the next for continuous, slow movement. The pacing is great - slow enough to allow good form in each pose, but fast enough to allow you to move along with the breath, as you breath in and out. However, it is clearly not "remedial," and includes poses requiring some flexibility, balance, and strength (e.g., downward-facing dog with one leg raised, as well as some balancing poses). If someone lacks flexibility or strength, I'd definitely recommend starting instead with "Essential Yoga for Inflexible People," which a friend tells me is perfect for beginners. The second section (the one I use the most) is a little more challenging and also has several different flow-style practices that vary in focus (arms, legs, total body) and length. It's surprising how much your heart gets beating and you really feel your muscles working. They are the ideal every-day workout. The third section is an interesting twist - yoga along with light weights or a resistance band to get even more strength training work. Again, there are several different practices that vary in focus and length. Very clever and fun. The instructions on how to work in each pose are extremely well done. Usually, the biggest downside to learning yoga from a video rather than a well-conducted class is that you can't get individualized instruction, and so you can learn the poses incorrectly and not get the full benefit of the practice. However, the instruction is so well-done that I found this video to instead help me refine and improve my use of the various poses. Finally, the filming is simply beautiful, with a gorgeous ocean landscape. This is quickly becoming my favorite yoga video!

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I'm on the cusp of turning 50 and am on a crusade to regain my health through diet, exercise, and meditation. I practiced yoga in my 20s and was unsure how I would do nearly 30 years later.

I became inspired after hearing Mariel Hemingway speak at a women's luncheon. I bought both of her books and got her yoga series "Yoga Now" with Rodney Yee. I love that series but then found this DVD. I am a "Dummies" fan so was thrilled to come upon this workout.

I alternate between the 3 DVDs (Yoga Now has two DVDs - one shorter and the other nearly an hour long) - depending on how much time I have.

I must admit that I think this is my favorite of all the yoga DVDs I've viewed. One of the main things I like about this DVD is it gives you a good warm up and cool down. So many of the other DVDs I've experienced that say they're for beginners just plain aren't. They jump right in with fairly complex poses with virtually no explanation.

Chris may appear a bit robotic to some but I think she is a good instructor. I highly recommend this DVD to anyone interested in a great aerobic yoga workout!

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Yoga Complete for Weight Loss™ combines the awareness and cultivation of the mind-body connection with routines that will physically challenge and tone your body. These workouts are designed to transform how your body looks and feels, while developing a deeper understanding of the issues surrounding weight management and control. Besides working core muscles, legs and arms, Mary uses the deeper aspects of yoga to actually affect your metabolism and stress levels, which studies have shown have a direct relationship to weight issues. With over 20 customized routines to suit your physical and scheduling needs, there is no better way to learn, progress and experience yoga in your home.

The Interactive Personal Trainer™ revolutionizes the practice of yoga in the home. Unlike other videos that may contain one or two workouts, this DVD contains dozens of workouts of varied lengths and purposes. Get into shape, relieve stress, increase energy, become stronger and more flexible with your own Interactive Personal Trainer™.

Mary Pappas-Sandonas is renowned for her warm, encouraging and precise approach to teaching yoga. As a certified Iyengar yoga teacher with an M.S. in exercise physiology, Mary has had a keen interest in the mind-body connection for over 20 years. In particular, Mary has explored extensively the connection between yoga, our mental and physical habits and weight control. Mary teaches at the Unity Woods Yoga Center in the Washington D.C. area and resides in Maryland.

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BE INFORMED. TAKE ACTION. FEEL BETTER.Dr. Brent A. Bauer Mayo ClinicDr. Donald D. Hensrud Mayo ClinicRodney Yee Yoga MasterTAKE CHARGE OF YOUR HEALTHMayo Clinic one of the top medical centers in the country and GAIAM the health and wellness experts team up to bring you this groundbreaking integrated health action plan designed specifically to help you lose weight. Changing the way you live can change the way you feel.PART 1: UNDERSTANDING YOUR CONDITIONA 30-minute conversation with Mayo Clinic specialists. Dr. Brent Bauer introduces you to the integrative treatment approach and Mayo Clinic doctors share everything you need to know about successful sustainable weight loss and an array of conventional and alternative therapy options.PART 2: EAT WELL TO FEEL WELLChange your diet to feel better. Dr. Donald Hensrud Chair Preventive Medicine Mayo Clinic takes you grocery shopping and shares smart ways to eat healthy every day. A Mayo Clinic dietitian follows up with practical easy food choices for weight loss what to eat and what to avoid.PART 3: SOOTHING THERAPIESRodney Yee America s favorite yoga instructor leads you in a simple 40-minute session of gentle restorative yoga and stress-relieving meditation. The movements are ideal for beginners and designed to help you lose weight improve circulation and release tension.BONUS: You ll also get the 52-page Mayo Clinic My Stress Solution booklet. Reducing stress will help you feel better faster. Take charge of your health today.

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This unintimidating program takes you through Pilates standing and floor workout techniques in easy-to-understand language.

Not only will you burn calories by using this routine in your weight- loss program, but you may even change your mind about exercise.

If you’re looking to lose weight, burn some extra calories, and get a gentle, easy-to-follow workout, Pilates Weight-Loss Workout For Dummies is for you! This workout takes the original Pilates Method — known for its fabulous toning benefits — and adds simple, upbeat movements that increase your heart rate and ultimately help you burn more calories than with traditional Pilates workouts.

Pilates Weight-Loss Workout For Dummies offers step-by- step instruction for both standing and mat exercises and makes working out at your own level easy to do.This program is fluid, comfortable, and effective — now you can get that long, lean, toned physique while burning calories and having fun!

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Burn 9 times more fat lose 2 times more weight increase your metabolism and workout at your own pace. Created by 5 Time World Champion Tom Stroup the Extreme Weight Lose and Fat Burning Workout is your own personal workout. You adjust the intensity based on your fitness level. Whether you already workout or you are just starting your exercise program Tom s workout will get you in the BEST SHAPE OF YOUR LIFE and keep you there. Tom s fitness clients include business men and women stay home mom s students office workers and people from all walks of life who want to burn fat get in shape and increase their metabolism. This workout is approved by the Aerobic Fitness association of America. Tom Stroup is a real SWAT Commander and has over 20 years of training experience. He has taken his proven fitness techniques and created a fun effective workout that will leave you feeling more energized and ready to take on life s challenges. Start today and make the rest of your life the best of your life.

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Get a Pilates body easier than ever with a Pilates workout that focuses more on the core to kick-start metabolism. This 30-minute power-Pilates program encourages faster results with a minimal time commitment to workouts and with the same healthful lifelong-lifestyle approach as other Gaiam workout programs. Includes BONUS audio CD and exclusive online access to a 64-page weight loss/nutrition guide with "power tips" for weight loss success.

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Build on your weight loss success with a high-intensity Pilates program designed to keep the pounds off. These faster-paced exercises keep your heart rate elevated and give you a total body workout that burns more calories even when you aren t exercising. Running Time 45 Mins.QUICK START PILATES FOR WEIGHT LOSSGet a Pilates body easier than ever with a Pilates workout that focuses more on the core to kick-start metabolism. This 30-minute power-Pilates program encourages faster results with a minimal time commitment to workouts and with the same healthful lifelong-lifestyle approach as other Gaiam workout programs. Includes BONUS audio CD and exclusive online access to a 64-page weight loss/nutrition guide with "power tips" for weight loss success. Running Time: 30 Minutes.PILATES CONDITIONING FOR WEIGHT LOSS DVDHelps lengthen strengthen and tone muscles without adding joint stress. Includes Pilates Conditioning for Weight Loss workout interview and biography of Suzanne Deason and special bonus workout. With Suzanne Deason. Beginner level.PRODUCT DETAILS:Gives a well-rounded introduction and background on Pilates and Suzanne Deason herselfAn energizing invigorating workout designed for weight loss.

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