Exercise & Fitness - Page 24

Manufacturer: ATP Fitness Productions

Booty Barre is a fluid blend of Pilates, Dance and Yoga the perfect balance of strength, flexibility and cardio. The Beginner and Beyond Series consists of a technique tutorial to learn the correct form of The Booty Barre and an express 35 minute version of The Booty Barre that targets the total body, from top to toe. The program starts with a quick warm-up followed by the signature lower body Booty Barre moves finishing off with a short weighted arm program. For an extra challenge we ve included a bonus section of abdominals, booty and flexibility. Equipment needed: Sturdy chair and 3-5 lbs dumbbells Express Booty Barre: 35 minutes Bonus: Floor Abs, Thighs and Flexibility: 15 minutes Technique Tutorial: 10 minutes

Manufacturer: Shanti Productions

This DVD provides a 50 minute beginning home practice for anyone with a major scoliosis to minor imbalances throughout the body. The practice is divided into three sections, approx. 17 minutes each that can be practiced individually or in its entirety. It also includes information on scoliosis by an orthopedic surgeon, and a bonus section for students, yoga teachers and health professionals showing how to use props and specific adjustments for poses specifically for scoliosis. The poses in this video will empower you to take charge of your own back to improve posture and reduce pain and discomfort. This video is based upon a therapeutic yoga program that Elise has developed for her own scoliosis and has been used with clients around the world.

Manufacturer: Echo Bridge Brand: MOVIE Model: 17279

YOGA & PILATES 2: TOTAL BODY

Manufacturer: Callan Productions Corp.

Callan Pinckney, the creator of Callanetics, gives a full hour of clear, complete instructions on how to perform every movement in this 30 minute beginner's routine. Unlike other exercise programs that stress hard jerking motions, Beginning Callanetics is a safe, gentle, easy-to-learn routine designed especially for the beginner. If you have never exercised before or if you are trying to get back into a regular routine, Beginning Callanetics has been developed so you can learn the fundamentals of Callanetics at your own pace. Callanetics is a series of small, gentle, precise motions consistently applied that quickly tighten hips, buttocks, inner and outer thighs, flatten the tummy, lift the bust, firm underarms, tone the entire body and dramatically improve your posture. Featuring exercises for every part of the body, Beginning Callanetics also includes a special bonus section of exercises to improve and strengthen your back.

Manufacturer: ANCHOR BAY Brand: TCFHE/ANCHOR BAY/STARZ Model: 28918904

Billy Blanks is bringing you the ultimate in cardiovascular and strength training with Tae Bo Platinum Collection. This collection mixes the best of the original Tae Bo moves, along with rejuvenated cardio routines and focused abdominal training, creating a full body workout that will get you slimming down and powering up. Put your balance, coordination, and stamina to the test while toning and strengthening through four targeted workouts.

Manufacturer: Gaiam - Fitness Brand: Gaiam Model: 26919872

Rodney Yee's Yoga for Energy and Stress Relief, filmed in picturesque Western Colorado, includes (3) 20-minute restorative yoga practices designed to calm the mind and energize the body. Perfect for anyone who wants to reduce stress and refocus. Also contains 2 bonus Rodney practices, for a total of 5 workouts on one DVD!DVD INCLUDES: Awaken & Energize (20 minutes)Gentle twists and calming forward folds awaken the body and increase energy levels.Gentle Relaxation (20 minutes)Using the breath to relax the body and quiet the mind, this practice is designed to release tension in the hips, back and side bodies.Restore & Rejuvenate (20 minutes)This relaxing practice focuses on releasing stress and tension throughout the entire body. Gentle backbends increase energy levels while deep breathing rejuvenates and restores the mind. *Uses a chair throughout three practicesBONUS Practice: Soothe and Stretch (20 minutes)Release tension with forward bends and slow stretches that soothe sore muscles and balance out the body.BONUS Practice: Mountain Mediation (15 minutes)This gentle series of calming poses warms the body, frees the breath and quiets the mind.

Manufacturer: WSR Creative

Shanti Generation (www.shantigeneration.com) makes yoga cool, fun, relevant and accessible for all levels. Join teen yoga students along with teacher Abby Wills to develop your physical, mental and social skills. Music by 311 bassist Aaron Wills (aka P-Nut). Designed for ages 7 & up. DVD features include: - CHOOSE YOUR PATH: 5 unique half-hour practice sequences - LIBRARY OF POSES: 18 mini-sequences - BREATHING ROOM: 5 breathing exercises - SELF CONNECTION ROOM: 2 relaxation exercises - SPECIAL FEATURES: interviews with teen yoga students Sequences Translated in Spanish and Japanese. Ideal for home use as well as classroom applications. No previous yoga experience necessary. Abby Wills, MA - For over a decade Abby has joyfully guided youth in movement arts, mindfulness and yoga in schools and communities. Abby's approach to yoga for youth is informed by studies in social justice and development education at Pacific Oaks College. She also holds workshops for teachers internationally.

Now you can re-shape your figure with no-impact, completely safe exercises that won't stress your back or your schedule. Callanetics, by Callan Pinckney, is a series of small, gentle, precise motions consistently applied that activate your body's largest, most powerful muscles to quickly and dramatically improve common problem areas. Three successful exercise routines in only 20 minutes each day. Quick Legs: Do you wince at the phrases "thunder thighs" or "bird legs?" It's time to do something about it. I've designed this routine to help you achieve beautiful, shapely legs, and inner thighs so tight they're lethal! You'll be amazed at how fast you can make this happen... Quick Hips & Behind: Do you want to make your "saddlebags" disappear, and transform that droopy "gooshy" behind into the perfect little peach you've always wanted? Then, I've designed this routine just for you, and you'll be amazed at how fast it can happen... Quick Stomach: Have you decided it's time to stop wearing baggy clothes and zip up your jeans without a struggle? I've designed this routine just for you to help you achieve that beautiful, strong, flat stomach you've always wanted. You'll be amazed at how fast you can make it happen...

Manufacturer: Bayview Entertainment/Widowmaker

Have fun with your kids while getting a really good workout with Yoga Instructors to the Stars Ingrid Von Burg and Tom Morley. With the Yoga for Families DVD, we like to jump, breathe, laugh, dance, sing and have a really good time. Plus, we take time to relax. Yoga provides us with clarity of thought, and allows us to communicate easier. When we do that with our family, it gives us confidence. It also makes us feel that we have the support and guidance of the people that we love the most. We get to play with our families and feel really, really, really good! How fun is that? For ages 4 and up. Special Features include a choice of music for the dynamic sections: Relaxing/Meditative or High Energy/Silly. Filmed in high definition in Cancun.

Manufacturer: Gaiam - Fitness Brand: Gaiam Americas

Twenty years later and still jammin' to the sounds of the '80s, Richard Simmons guides you through yet another action-powered aerobic workout. 2003/color/33 min/NR/fullscreen.