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Great Cardio Workout
Like the other Quick Fix workouts, I love this DVD. It combines cardio with toning so if you are able to do all 4 segments, you get a great total body workout including the cardio. The moves are not difficult which lends to a better cardio effect. I like to do 2 or 3 segments and combine it with the Arm and Leg workout plus one of the Ab segments from the Quick Fix Total Mix DVD for an excellent total body workout.

Good quick workouts- not very challenging though
If you are looking for short cardio workouts this DVD is for you. Each section has a different focus- one for upper, one for lower and one for core. The upper section has lots of punching, lower has lots of kicking and the core section has a little of everything.
I like Janis' instruction and I enjoyed the DVD but it was pretty easy. Each section has its own warmup so if you do the dvd straight through you have to warm up and cool down three times which is irritating. I also didn't think the core section was particularly effective.
This is a great kickboxing dvd for beginners and for light workout days. I was really hoping for more, though. ... Read more

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The strong and lean Pilates body is based in the powerhouse‹the deep, woven layers of the abdominal and lower back muscles. The Pilates system of exercise empowers you to stand confidently and move gracefully through your life, by grounding your movements in the strong core of your body. Set on Maui, Hawaii, the Pilates Abs Workout helps you slim and strengthen the ab muscles at the same time. Certified Pilates instructor Ana Cabán takes you through a sequence of highly efficient and challenging exercises, focusing on form and precise movement. A modified version is also demonstrated for those with limited flexibility and strength. The regular practice of Pilates helps you strengthen your body¹s center of power and create a sleek, streamlined look you will love! The Complete 25-minute Workout Includes: € Warm-up Exercises to stimulate circulation and articulate the spine € Challenging Mat Exercises to condition the powerhouse and buttocks € Cool-down Stretches to allow muscles to rest and recover A vigorous workout for anyone wanting firmer abdominals fast! Props Recommended: Pilates Mat ... Read more

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Advanced, but good!
I agree that this video contains some moves that require a lot of coordination, and I did find the workout challenging, but that's just what I wanted. My last Pilates video from Gaiam was great, but too easy. This is maybe just a little bit too hard, but I liked it. I did feel my thighs and back getting a workout, too, again, I liked that. Part of what I like about Pilates is the focus on the total body, and on working all muscle groups so that they may support each other. So I wasn't really expecting to only feel it in my abs. I also liked the focus on precicion of movement, and I liked the fast pace of the video. Thankfully, the video doesn't waste a lot of time over-explaining each exercise. Very down to business.

Advanced moves / lesser ab workout
I'm a big fan of Gaiam fitness videos, mainly yoga. Although I got a good sweat during this 25 minute workout, I found the moves to be advanced and difficult from a coordination standpoint... but not necessrily hard on my abs, specifically. The next day my back and sides felt more sore than my abs. The Stott programs, even advanced, I could do... and felt more burn in my abs. ... Read more

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Thousands of people throughout the world have successfully received Reiki Attunements from Steve Murray’s Videos and DVDS and are now Healers.

His new book "Reiki the Ultimate Guide Learn Sacred Symbols& Attunements plus Reiki Secrets You Should Know," is now on Amazon and can be used with his DVD and Video programs for additional information and guidance with Reiki.

Reiki Certifications are available

Take the Reiki 2nd Level Attunement and you will become a Reiki 2nd Level Healer. You will instantly be attuned to thethree Reiki symbols,the Power, Long Distance, Mental/Emotional and will able to start using them right away

The attunement and the three Reiki symbols, will enhance your healing abilities and expand your spiritual and personal growth.

During the attunement, universal and metaphysical laws are invoked,including the Hermetic Law of Similarity. Tibetan, Usui and Karuna Reiki are used, plus long distance healing symbols,which all transcend time and space

No belief system is required to take the attunement. It will last for life and can be taken many times for reinforcement.

Included in DVD:
-Preparation and practice for the Reiki 2nd Level Attunement
-Reiki 2ndLevel Attunement on the Pacific Ocean. Performed by Reiki Master, Steve Murray

You will also learn:
Three sacred Reiki Symbols -How to draw each symbol--How to activate each symbol -How to use each symbol -How to do long distance healing in the past, present & future-How Steve Murray personally activates & uses the symbols-What to expect during & after the attunement-

Steve Murray is an Usui Reiki Master, Tibetan Karuna Reiki® Master and an Essene Healer. He has authored several books and has a successful series of 24 self-help & healing video & DVD programs including five Reiki Attunements ... Read more

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great attunement plus instructions & info
i was already a 2nd level, but this attunement reinforced my reiki. plus it explained the reiki symbols and how to use them. really filled in the blanks for me in using the long distance healing symbol. and it gave me tips for using the other two reiki symbols. this program explained more than my two reiki masters that i worked with. it seemed like they wanted to keep info to themselves, but this program answered my questions and more.
program is great and i recommend it even if you are already attuned to the second level. you can always take the attunement over when you need reinforcent or clearing. i also have the new master program which i recommend when you are ready for the next step in your healing and spiritual journey. i have emailed steve murray with a few questions, and he always responed back. i read one of the reviews that stated not all reiki masters are equal, i agree steve murray is one of the best!

p.s. program production is great

Powerful attunement!
I have now purchased Steve Murray's... "Reiki Healing Attunement", "Reiki 1st Level Attunements", "Reiki 2nd Level" and "Master Attunement".
I was very impressed with the healing energy that comes forth through these much needed DVD'S of Reiki attunements.

However, if you are looking for information on the history of Reiki, you will not find it here. There are many wonderful books out there for that kind of knowledge, but if you are truly interested in receiving Reiki attunements then these are the DVD's I recommend. If you are wanting attunements to be able to heal yourself, others and this beautiful world we live in, then Steve's DVD's are for you.

I was blown away by the love I felt and the flow of positive energy. The attunements are powerful! I am so eternally thankful someone stepped outside their comfort zone and made Reiki attunements available at such an affordable price. Reiki is needed now more than ever. This is truly healing for the now and the future.

If you are interested in making a positive difference in yourself, and others, I urge you to get these Reiki attunements. And don't let people tell you that to be able to receive attunements you have to do it in secret, and it has to cost a lot of money. Reiki energy is a gift from God and is a free, loving energy to anyone that has a desire for healing.

I thank Steve for having a vision for the betterment of everyone!

This will honor you where you are, and inspire you to go beyond your impossibilities!

Learn Reiki the affordable way! :-)
Up until a few months ago I had no idea that I could learn Reiki because of the price many were charging. I had all but given up hope on ever affording to learn this healing modality. I had heard from friends who learned Reiki about the $$$PRICE$$$ they payed to learn Reiki. Ouch! I basically had forgotten about wanting to learn Reiki (because of sticker shock) until I came across on Amazon.com Steve Murray's attunment videos and guide by accident. Let me tell you this mode of getting the attunments REALLY WORKS!
Another Reiki Master doubted the ability of getting the attunments via a VHS or DVD, but I was open minded because of all of the spiritual seeking and experiences I have had in my life. The Reiki Master discouraged me and like reverse psychology, I went ahead and purchased them anyway. I guess No means Yes to me.
My experience with the attunment video's were VERY POWERFUL. I felt like I was in a trance (I am sure I was) and the room became very bright white and cloudy. It felt as if an Ascended Master could have walked right in the room with me at any moment.
I could most definitely feel the energy!
By the end of the attunments it felt like I had slapped my hands together so hard and could feel the energy, tingling and heat in my hands and even in my feet. Purchasing the guide book is really something you should do if you are going to get the attunment video's or DVD's. They go hand in hand. Money well spent!
I have since been using Reiki on myself, my son and even a wild bird who flew into my sliding glass door. I have also done a session on my Mom who was sick in Brazil on a trip while I was at my home in California and also to a sick friend in Arizona.
Owning the attunment videos is so wonderful because I can reattune anytime and as often as I like.
Thanks Steve for being a Maverick and making it possible for me and others like me to afford to learn Reiki!!!
Love and Light to all!
Kim

Amazing Energy!
I have studied with Reiki with other Masters and other healing methods as well. Steve's attunments are a gift in healing and profound energy. I highly recommend this!

I love all the Programs
I have bought most of Steve Murray's videos, dvds and books. And love them all. His new Reiki book is one of the best, if not the best. His programs have made Reiki available for everyone
Maria Von ... Read more

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This is great!
This is probably not for experienced exercise freaks but there are plenty of videos out there for them. I'm 38, out-of-shape, the mother of 8 and my body was starting to show it. I bought this tape on a whim and am I glad. I'm not a supermodel fan but Cindy comes across as just an ordinary new mom who wants to get back in shape. I don't know what she looked like before her baby, but she is a beautiful woman with breasts and curves - I'm tired of the stick-look (ala Allie McBeal.)

I've seen a big difference in my fitness level and strength - I alternate Workouts A & B (adding 20 min. exercise bike) with Workout C. I still can't do the push-ups but I'm starting to keep up with the rest of the video. I love the low-key approach, up-to-date outfits & music, and very professional production with interesting multiple camera shots. I also am really enjoying using weights - I worked my way up from one pound to three pound.

Any suggestions from anyone on what would be a good video to buy that has a similiar laid-back, calm, but challenging approach? I'd like to alternate with a more demanding routine as I really start to get in shape. I've given away all the bouncy, 80's, bubble-gum, complicated-dance-step videos that I never really used.

This is not JUST for post pregnancy! GREAT for anyone!
I just got this tape and it is great. I have been working out for a couple of months and am in pretty good shape, and really wanted it for the third workout (the tape consists of 3 workouts A, B and C).
I love Cindy's first tape, and I really liked the fact that it wasn't a lot of aerobics, but mostly toning, the kind that makes you sweat, and it included a warm up and cool down. If you like her first tape you'll like this one; they are very similar in video editing and format, with a few similar moves. I didn't do work out A (10 mins for anytime,anywhere) or B (16 mins), both of which are shorter and easier than C.
C is a 40 minute workout that includes a warm up, then toning arms with weights in bicep curls, arm raises, tricep extensions, and many more to work all of your arm muscles (maybe 10 in all). Then you move on to working the legs by doing some squats, plies, kicks, butt exercises, and some non-impact aerobic moves while you hold your weights. There are many moves, all easy to do, and a good variety to keep you moving. Finally you work the stomach with about 5 different kinds of crunches. The video has mellow music (in the pop/rock genre)- not too fast and not dance music. There are a lot of different angles and shots during the workout (Cindy on the beach, in the studio, etc.) very aesthetically pleasing...
I definitely enjoyed the workout. Good for anyone just getting into a workout routine with the intro workout A, good for post-pregnancy, and good for those who have been working out to all kinds of tapes if you want something new and different.

Great Inspirational workout
I received this DVD yesterday and have used it twice. It is a pleasant surprise to see a workout by a supermodel that is so professional and interesting. There are attractive beach scenes in the background and the music is quite good. Cindy is a real inspiration to watch and you do the moves hoping to look a fraction as good as she does. The workout delivers a really good thorough toning and stretching workout. I like the variety of exercises and you feel as if you are getting a workout by your personal trainer. I think that in a few weeks I will see the benefits of this well thought out workout and I hope to be well toned and stretched.

Excellent for those getting back in shape
After a long hiatus from workouts, I tried some of my old tapes and they were way too arduous. This is nice because it allows you to regain your fitness slowly, carefully and safely. It's more than just for post-partum moms; I would recommend it for anyone who had a good level of fitness, stopped for awhile and now wants to get back into exercise. I really liked it.....and no pain the next day!

GREAT workouts!! Has great results too!
I love this tape! I have tons of WO tapes and this one is just right. The three workouts, A, B, and C, are perfect. The first one, A, starts me out when I haven't exercised in a long time or I don't have time to get all sweaty but want to feel excercised and stretched. B is like A but more challenging and more like real excercise. Then C, well, lets just say I'm still working on that challenge. If I can do ALL of C one day I will look great! I am 5 months pregnant with my 3rd and still do the simple workout A (substituting leg lifts for abdominal work) and I love it. The kids even do it with me sometimes. It's relaxing and HAS RESULTS in just a few short weeks. That's the only tape Ive ever done that I can say did that and I enjoyed it too! ... Read more

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Everything you need to prepare for a healthy pregnancy, enjoy a healthy pregnancy or get back into shape after pregnancy, safely and effectively. And it doesnt matter if you have never done Pilates before, this program issuitable for all studentsbut dont take our word for it - read what the health professionals say! With a warm up, two different workouts and a section on post birth exercises,you can create a stronger body and support it to cope with the physical changes of pregnancy by developing safe posture and movement. Lindsey also teaches you how toregain deep muscle tone and flatten your tummy after having your baby. ... Read more

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Safe, effective Pilates routine for pregnancy
As a physical therapist who deals with pregnant women in pain every day, I can definitely recommend THIS routine for pregnancy. Traditional Pilates tends to be extremely stressful on loose pelvic joints (that occur in pregnancy). The pace is steady and calming, but the exercises are challenging. I especially like that the video was made in consultation with UK physiotherapists. I recommend it to my pregnant patients, and use the routine myself outside of pregnancy. Two thumbs up! ... Read more

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In this introductory program, Dr. Paul Lam presents an innovative 3 Step method that makes learning Tai Chi both easy and enjoyable for beginners ... Read more

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Too much dialogue
I bought this DVD to engage my 92 year old mother in some simple, introductory exercise. I have done Tai Chi in the past and thought she'd enjoy it. Paul Lam's style involves visual example and verbal description, and the older participants he uses were good for her to identify with. However, even on the first viewing the amount of dialogue made it difficult to deal with, left my mother & I standing and waiting impatiently for him to move on to the next pose. Since with DVD you can't fast-forward past the dialogue, it would have been better to demonstrate the moves without so much discussion before going on to putting the sequences together.

Not all exercisers are 25
I bought this for my mum (aged 66) who has had a knee replacement and also has a bad back and other health issues. She loves it, has even booked to join a pensioners (we call Seniors pensioners in England) class as this gave her confidence to do so, and her flexibility is improving. I don't know about you, but I HATE it when exercise DVDs only show really, really young things (I'm 38) - which I am sure is fine if you are really young. Good quality products like this have a place; the instructor really knows his stuff; the class with him did not intimidate my mum. I say, you go Seniors! Good for you, this is a great DVD and don't listen to people who are churlish simply because they bought something that was not wrong, but wrong for them.

"Tai Chi for The Elderly" is more like it
I was so let down by this DVD that I almost gave up on Tai Chi. Why they chose a cast of people that were all over 50 is beyond me. I guess it's to appeal to that demographic. Paul Lam speaks too slowly and the group of seniors (to whom I mean no disrespect) move akwardly, out of sync, and barely stay 'true-to-form'. I would HIGHLY recommend that anyone who can stand up on their two feet at a moment's notice and walk up and down stairs without help should look into Kathy Smith's DVD. For those of you who are finding it hard to gain mobility - this is the DVD for you. I did not mean to offend so forgive me if I've been rude.

"A journey of a thousand miles starts with the first step"
Tai Chi for Beginners is an excellent program. Dr. Paul Lam teaches an innovative Step 1-2-3 method to make learning easy and enjoyable. I was able to learn the six beginner forms in one week. Tai Chi is not strenuous, but greatly assists the student to relax and release stress. I would recommend this DVD to anyone who wishes to improve their health without destroying their joints. Dr. Lam's students in this DVD are all in their "Silver Years." However, this training would be enjoyed by all ages. The back ground music adds to the peace and calming effect of the exercise. ... Read more

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Great workout
As a mother of a 3 year old, I found little time to get in an effective workout most days...until I bought this tape! I find that this Boot Camp is not only a great workout, but fun also. The seven minute segments make the 30 minutes go by quickly without wondering 'when is this gonna end!'. I also love the weights that they include, and they are at an intensity level where you can add more or less depending on your strength level. Post-pregnancy, I regained muscle tone quickly by using this video that only took up 30 minutes of my time. (Any of you other moms will probably agree that very seldom do we get more than 30 minutes before something else interrupts). I find this is the workout I want multiple times per week for a quick, effective, and fun workout.

Hope, encouragement, and fun for "PE Refugees"
I love aerobics the way a dog loves bones. Give me a dance-flavored cardio routine and I'll go 50-60 minutes or more. Strength training? Well. . .let's just say I have a short attention span fostered by years of uninspired gym classes taught by uninspired, unimaginative gym teachers. Forty minutes is about as long as I can go, and that includes warm-up, cool-down, and stretch. But this tape gets the job done in 30 minutes and I almost never look at the clock to see how much longer it's going to take. Even on the mornings I oversleep and am tempted to just bag the old exercise routine for the day, this tape gets me going.

For me, the drawing card of this workout is the circuit-style training Sue Hitzman leads you through. instead of spending five minutes on one body part, and then five minutes on the next, everything is mixed into 3 different 7-minute circuits. Every major muscle group gets some attention at some point--and as another reviewer said, you're often multi-tasking here, working more than one muscle group at a time. If you don't like what she's currently making you do, just get through this set and the next minute you have something different. The idea of doing three sets of pushups is much less intimidating when each set is several minutes away from the next one. If they were all together, I'd be hitting the FF button--especially since I'd just about rather eat nails than do pushups. But the way they're broken up here, it isn't worth the effort to FF ahead for 45 seconds, and guess what? If I'm going to play it through, I might as well do the darn push-ups. I don't love them, mind you. But I do them! If you ask me, they've got me figured out:)

I also love it that this routine doesn't take up a lot of space and all you need is a pair or two of dumbbells. While there may be other workouts out there that are more intense and maybe more effective, often they sit in my video cabinet undone because it's too cumbersome to haul the extra equipment in and out. (Some of the FIRM's routines come to mind here) What is it the experts say? The most effective exercise program is one that you actually DO. This one is the most user-friendly strength workout I own. Next time I go on vacation, this tape is coming with me:)

The Crunch Fitness franchise has been very successful nationally, and their tapes have sold well enough that they continue to produce new ones, but the earlier ones always turned me off because of the crazy camera work and what sounded like a pre-recorded soundtrack of people whooping. This tape is a tremendous improvement over the earlier ones. There's a lot of good-natured and genuinely fun banter between Sue Hitzman and the folks in the class with her, and that comes through when she's looking into the camera and "talking" to you, the viewer. Faith Scarinzi, who's starred in a couple of videos of her own, demonstrates lower-intensity, low-impact versions of many of the exercises here, and she's nearly always in view on camera. And while the music is not the absolute best I've ever heard on a workout tape, it's not cheesy or bad, and thank Heaven they canned the "canned whooping" track this go-around.

This is probably one of the best under-$15 workout deals around. If your life is as busy as mine--or even busier--this one almost says aloud, "Come on. . .all you need is 30 minutes and you'll feel good all day." I do. You will, too.

Feels like you're in boot camp!
Okay, I bought this video about 3 years ago and brought it out of retirement after 2 years and for only 30 minutes, this video kicks your (...)(!!! I was sweating more than I do at the gym, getting my heart rate up, my legs felt like they were going to fall off after the first time doing the workout, it was great! Highly recommended, use it in addition or as a substitution to your regular workout for about 6 weeks for noticeable results.

great cardio & toning workout
i find this workout to be very effective, it is broken down into 3 sections rolled into 1 workout each one utilizes weights, squats/lunges, pushups, & ab work so the entire body gets a workout. each section gets a bit more challenging & you definetly work up a sweat. my only complaint in this dvd is the background exerciser who wears khaki shorts to exercise & laughs the entire time. i dont find exercising to be funny & dont know anyone else who does (including the others in the dvd).

Excellent
The highest praise I can give for this workout is to say that this video along with Tae-bo Advanced and Tammilee Webb's I Want That Body is one the best exercise videos I own. I only wish I could find some more that are equally challenging and consistently interesting. ... Read more

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Explore a unique daily fitness regimen with actress Ali McGraw and yoga works, presenting a combination of short and long physical workouts and meditation periods to achieve well-being in body and mind. Year: 1994 Director: Claudio Droguett Starring: Ali MacGraw ... Read more

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The best in the market. Beautiful to watch. Inspiring
I've been taking yoga for 7 years with many different teachers and I have approximately 8 yoga tapes to do at home when I can't make to a studio. I find myself refering to Ali and Eric's video the most because it is easy enough to do by myself plus it truly transports you to the white sands on which it is filmed. Ali MacGraw does not claim to be a master teacher. She's a student of yoga like those of us who enjoy it but are not masters. This video is easy to follow if you're beginning and it is demanding enough for those of us who've been doing it for a while. I highly recommend it. My favorite element is that they don't do "showy" poses that very few humans can achieve. They stick to simple and meaningful poses for all ages and levels of ability.

Calm Down
If you are looking for an aid to help you calm down, de-stress, and relax then this is the perfect video. The scenery is beautiful and the soundtrack is soothing yet interesting. I watched this video several times at first just because it was so pleasing, but also to get a good understanding of how the poses were done. Then I started practicing it and found it awesome for overall stretching and, in some cases, strenuous. The more I practiced the less strenuous it became, and that is the secret to any yoga or work-out routine - practicing it regularly. This tape makes it easy because it is such a delight. I have had it for over four years and have yet to get tired of it. I just wish there was a sequel for more advanced asanas. Eric Schiffman masterfully guides us through this workout and I am eternally grateful to he and Ali for creating this tape - it is a blessing.

10 months and not tired yet!
I had done yoga classes before and decided to try yoga tapes when i moved abroad and could not find yoga classes in English. I have been using the tape for 10 months and i am still very much enjoying it: I highly recommend it, unlike other tapes, you wont grow out of it. the practice is great, you can adapt it to your mood or level of practice. I tried other tapes but this is the best one by far. You too should try it!

This is the best
I love this video. I love the music, I love the instructor's voice, and it's beautifully filmed. I would highly recommend it for people who have some familiarity with the poses and want a video that's more dynamic and creative than the standard Gaiam variety.

Wonderfully done!
I really loved this video. I have done a number of them and found it really enjoyable. Although the moves are for more flexible people, I feel they are ones that even beginners can work towards! I enjoyed the music and Erich's voice and instruction! I love it! ... Read more

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Not challenging, even for a beginner
This is only the second Yoga Zone video I've tried and I really didn't like it. I'm fairly new to yoga and I take a class once a week. This video was almost too easy for me. I am fairly flexible but I felt as if I didn't get anything out of this video. There were a few poses that I'll probably incorporate in my weekly routine but that's about it.

This really helped my lower back pain
I've been using the Yoga for a Strong and Healthy Back DVD for 6 months. I wanted a workout that would strengthen my back muscles, as well as my abs, for added back support. This program is exactly what I was looking for. I was so impressed with how immediate my results were that I tried another Yoga Zone DvD. I now own 8 titles from the company and practice yoga with them daily.

Take it very easy in the beginning and you'll be OK
I have had a bad back for the past five or six years, and nothing I've ever tried has really worked on it. I thought perhaps that "Yoga Zone - Yoga for a Strong and Healthy Back" could help me. I'll just say upfront that I'm not an exerciser. I sit on my butt all day at work, and while I do common household chores, I get terribly bored with workouts and so I rarely do organized routines. I also had never tried yoga, although it seemed a lot more interesting than many workout styles I have looked at.

The instructors were quite clear and the setting beautiful. My back was also hurting pretty bad that first night because I overdid it without realizing it. I cannot stress enough that unless you are some kind of yoga master you must TAKE IT EASY when you are starting on this program. No matter how easy their movements seem, just be a lot more careful than you think you need to. After I experienced that terrible soreness, I continued doing the program but was much, much more careful. Now, after a couple of weeks, my back feels overall feels better and stronger, and the after-workout soreness has lessened considerably.

Good for beginners
I bought this and had no previous experience doing yoga. The video was very simply laid out, the positions were on an intro level, and the instructors explained what to do. In the second segment, the instructor said "Nice" alot, but that was ok because doing the yoga helped my back. It certainly helps with flexibility as well. Listen to the instructors and go SLOWLY so as not to hurt yourself.

If you have back problems, this one is for you
I've had serious lower back pain for the past 3 years. I have been through traction, physical therapy, massage, exercise programs, and a new mattress; nothing worked. I decided to give this DVD a try and what tremendous results! After only a few sessions, my back was much more flexible and feeling better. After about a month, I was pain free. It's now been six months and I do the workout about twice a week to keep the pain away. It has been a miracle for me and I recommend it to anyone with similar back problems...much better than living on pain killers! ... Read more

Description

Thousands of people throughout the world have successfully received Reiki Attunements from Steve Murray’s Videos and DVDS and are now Healers.

His new book "Reiki the Ultimate Guide Learn Sacred Symbols& Attunements plus Reiki Secrets You Should Know," is now on Amazon and can be used with his DVD and Video programs for additional information and guidance with Reiki.

Reiki Certifications are available

Take the Reiki Master Attunement and you will become a Reiki Master Healer. Instantly you will be able to use the Reiki Master Symbol.

The Master attunement and it’s powerful symbol will take you to a higher level of awareness and consciousness.It will enhance and empower all your healing work and other Reiki symbols. It will expand your personal and spiritual growth

During the attunement, universal and metaphysical laws are invoked,including the Hermetic Law of Similarity. Tibetan, Usui and Karuna Reiki are used, plus long distance healing symbols, which all transcend time and space

No belief system or religion is required to take the attunement. It will last for life and can be taken many times for reinforcement.

Included in DVD:
-Preparation and practice for the Master Attunement
- Master Attunement on the Pacific Ocean by Reiki Master, Steve Murray.

You will also learn:
-The Reiki Master Symbol -How to pronounce and draw the symbol-How to activate the symbol -How to use the symbol-How Steve personally activates and uses the symbol-What to expect during the attunement--What to expect after the attunementSteve Murray is an Usui Reiki Master, Tibetan Karuna Reiki® Master and anEssene Healer. He has authored several books and has a successful series of 24 self-help & healing video & DVD programs including five Reiki Attunements ... Read more

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Steve's Programs Are Amazing!
I highly recommend that you check out Steve's attunement videos......"Reiki MASTER ATTUNEMENT" and "Reiki PSYCHIC ATTUNEMENT"...They are simply amazing!
I first bought the Reiki Master Attunement video and was completely blown away! After taking the attunement the first time, I felt a very warm glow all around my head for the next couple of hours! I have taken the attunements twice since then, and have experience more of that same warmth, as well as noticing a slight change in the energy when I channel Reiki.
I recently purchased the Reiki Psychic Attunement video and was equally astounded! I have only taken the attunement once, (you can take the attunements many times for reinforcement, but with this attunement Steve recommends waiting 3-4 weeks between attunements), but have had a couple of very vivid dreams since that day! As I said....amazing!
Thanks again Steve!

The Real Deal
I have been a Reiki Master for almost 2 years. I bought Steve's book which is very informative and I wanted to experience a distance attunement so I ordered his Reiki Master Attunement
( I actually got the DVD edition). This Attunement enabled me to receive another master attunement and also experience the energy of a different Reiki Master. From the moment the Attunement started on the video, I could feel large amounts of energy surrounding my body especially my hands. My hands tingled for hours afterward and I felt my energy bodies also had been cleared out. It was a very real and pleasant experience and I especially like the fact that anyone who has access to this videotape series can become a Reiki Healer. There are simply not enough of us to go around. Thank you Steve for making something the world really needs simple to understand and available to anyone no matter where they are :)

Learn Reiki the affordable way! :-)
Up until a few months ago I had no idea that I could learn Reiki because of the price many were charging. I had all but given up hope on ever affording to learn this healing modality. I had heard from friends who learned Reiki about the [$$$PRICE$$$] PRICE they payed to learn Reiki. Ouch! I basically had forgotten about wanting to learn Reiki (because of sticker shock) until I came across on Amazon.com Steve Murray's attunment videos and guide by accident. Let me tell you this mode of getting the attunments REALLY WORKS!
Another Reiki Master doubted the ability of getting the attunments via a VHS or DVD, but I was open minded because of all of the spiritual seeking and experiences I have had in my life. The Reiki Master discouraged me and like reverse psychology, I went ahead and purchased them anyway. I guess No means Yes to me.
My experience with the attunment video's were VERY POWERFUL. I felt like I was in a trance (I am sure I was) and the room became very bright white and cloudy. It felt as if an Ascended Master could have walked right in the room with me at any moment.
I could most definitely feel the energy!
By the end of the attunments it felt like I had slapped my hands together so hard and could feel the energy, tingling and heat in my hands and even in my feet. Purchasing the guide book is really something you should do if you are going to get the attunment video's or DVD's. They go hand in hand. Money well spent!
I have since been using Reiki on myself, my son and even a wild bird who flew into my sliding glass door. I have also done a session on my Mom who was sick in Brazil on a trip while I was at my home in California and also to a sick friend in Arizona.
Owning the attunment videos is so wonderful because I can reattune anytime and as often as I like.
Thanks Steve for being a Maverick and making it possible for me and others like me to afford to learn Reiki!!!
Love and Light to all!
Kim

Powerful Attunement!!!
I have now purchased Steve Murray's... "Reiki Healing Attunement", "Reiki 1st Level Attunements", "Reiki 2nd Level" and "Master Attunement".
I was very impressed with the healing energy that comes forth through these much needed DVD'S of Reiki attunements.

However, if you are looking for information on the history of Reiki, you will not find it here. There are many wonderful books out there for that kind of knowledge, but if you are truly interested in receiving Reiki attunements then these are the DVD's I recommend. If you are wanting attunements to be able to heal yourself, others and this beautiful world we live in, then Steve's DVD's are for you.

I was blown away by the love I felt and the flow of positive energy. The attunements are powerful! I am so eternally thankful someone stepped outside their comfort zone and made Reiki attunements available at such an affordable price. Reiki is needed now more than ever. This is truly healing for the now and the future.

If you are interested in making a positive difference in yourself, and others, I urge you to get these Reiki attunements. And don't let people tell you that to be able to receive attunements you have to do it in secret, and it has to cost a lot of money. Reiki energy is a gift from God and is a free, loving energy to anyone that has a desire for healing.

I thank Steve for having a vision for the betterment of everyone!

This will honor you where you are, and inspire you to go beyond your impossibilities!

Amazing Energy!
I have studied with other Reiki Masters and learned other healing methods as well. Steve's attunments are powerful and filled with healing energy. I highly recommend this! ... Read more

Description

The Temple of Jehan ULTIMATE Bellydance Fitness DVD is an effective exercise and learning tool. Designed by New York-based choreographer and belly dance guru Jehan Kamal in consultation with acclaimed fitness expert and sought-after personal trainer Andy Troy CSCS, the fitness program is highly challenging, entertaining, uplifting, and an excellent offering of open-level dance education.

Performed in groups of three by 7 professional New York belly dancers, the workout changes faces, mood, style and rhythm about every 5-6 minutes on a journey through 7 segments including Warmup and Cooldown . The benefits of adopting the the ULTIMATE Fitness program combine aerobic workout with acquiring or perfecting dance skills: The routine is rich in Jehan's signature choreographic combinations. Narration recorded by Jehan identifies the moves and provides advice regarding dance technique.

Dancers of all levels as well as non-dancers will benefit from taking on the challenge and moving up the learning curve to master the ULTIMATE workout. If you donÕt have any dance training, you will need sharp observation skills and focus to meet the challenge, but the prize is worth it: A shortcut entrance to the world of belly dance, doors flung wide open...for you.

Original music by Jehan. The music, the spirit and the look of the fitness "choreographies" are young, modern, classy and sophisticated -- not a whiff of stale air: Definitely not the old-fashioned kind of bellydancing. Every move on this video can be put to use on a nightclub dance floor. ... Read more

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It's incredible!
This DVD is really incredible! It will teach you many of Jehan's earthy movements from top to bottom as well as give you a terrific workout. The movements are presented clearly, the music is wonderful and I love the periodic change in instructors. As a beginner, this is a great way to get started, and as a professional, it's a wonderful chance to brush up on your old skills as well as learn something new. Definitely worth the money.

I agree with cuing complaints...however
I still rate it 4 stars because I really enjoyed this DVD. I have been to Jehan's school and her instructors are excellent. The DVD showcases a lot of the dancers who were in her NYC show Goddessdance. For those of you who are familiar with Jehan, she composes and performs her own music and that is what you are hearing on the DVD.

My only real complaint with the DVD is that the cuing could have been better especially during the warmup when your head is down and you are facing the floor, but after doing it a few times, you are familiar with the moves and it's not a problem. I am able to complete the DVD without any problems and I definitely break a sweat especially after all those shimmies towards the end.

I would recommend this DVD to dancers who are not absolute beginners as it does not break down the moves. But this is a much better bellydancing instructional DVD than Rania, Neena and Veena and the Goddess workout.

Not impressed.
Let me start by saying that I will continue to use this workout DVD occasionally, because the workout was OK, but I was not impressed. Here are the things I did not like: 1) the word "Ultimate" is displayed along the left side of screen during the entire workout, which is distracting & takes up quite a bit of room; 2) I did not like all the chanting, though the music itself was alright; 3) the DVD looks cheaply made, meaning that the camera is unsteady & a little out of focus at times, plus there is just a plain white background; 4) NONE of the movements are ever explained, they are just called by name -- I have done some bellydance videos before, so I could usually figure out what to do, but there were a few times when I really couldn't determine how to do what they were doing; 5) the workout is not really challenging -- I didn't even break a sweat (though it does require some coordination); 6) the camera did not always focus the area that was being worked -- I mean, if I'm being told to do something w/ my legs, and the camera is focused the instructor's face or upper body, how am I supposed to know if I am doing it right? And last but not least, and I know this will sound fickle, but the appearance of some of the instructors was just not what I would expect -- the ladies were, at best, average looking (as most of us are), and that is all I'm going to say about that. This workout seems to focus more on the spiritual aspect of bellydance, as opposed to just the straight out physical benefits, and I am more interested in the seeing physical results. If you want results, I would recommend some of the workouts by Veena & Neena or Rania, as those are, by far, much better workout routines.

Fun, but pay attention!
First, the bad things about this DVD:
1. The graphic on the side is annoying and makes it look like a commercial the whole way through.
2. The chanting can get a little annoying for some people.
3. It looks a little low-budget, but this has very little to do with the content.
4. The lack of cuing when unable to look at the screen and sudden changes in movement.

Now, the good:
1. The music fits perfectly and changes with each section.
2. The moves demonstrated look great and are shown in detail.
3. It's fun and never gets boring!
4. They have one girl for each section teaching the move, and then others are added to show variations.

The workout/dance on this DVD is very complicated, and there is little to no instruction. They don't start at slow tempo so you can work your way up. They just do it and expect you to follow. It makes it difficult the first time, but after a few viewings you will begin to get the hang of it. Their entire bodies are shown, so you can see the detail of each move. If they were to include an instructional section for each one it would just be showing the exact same thing in a slower motion. Instead you have to either watch in slow motion or press rewind. The cuing problems can be annoying, but they weren't that bothersome for me. I love all the moves performed on this DVD, and it was really fun to do as well as a pretty decent workout. The only big complaint I have is that lack of instruction because it could definitely be very discouraging for some, but if you keep with it, it's really rather easy to pick up.

The best: real dance and real fitness
This DVD is all it says it is and more, a real dance and a strong fitness program. It's really good. I've bought a number of belly dance and fitness tapes and been VERY disappointed. I think all the instructors are real dancers and that makes a big diff, becuase when you follow a strong, trained dancer, your body makes an extra effort to imitate the instructor's technique and energy. In the other dance fitness videos I bought the instructors were not real dancers. In fact they obviously didn't know anything about dancing. They had no technique, they don't finish their movements, they lack articulation etc. I felt I was exercising with a dancer who was not really a dancer. But this DVD is really the real thing. All seven girls are real dancers, the music is great the energy is great and its really dancing, not some aerobic steps trying to look like dancing. So this is real dancing and real exercise too. GREAT DVD! ... Read more

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great instructor
I got this DVD not knowing quite what to expect, and was pleasantly surprised.

While the poses in this practice are nothing new to a yoga student (a lot of downward dogs, basic standing poses, squats, then basic forward bends like paschimottanasana, janu sirsasana; and some simple twists), the practice is energetic and flows well. The DVD is nicely produced with the instructor alone demonstrating poses, with voice-over cues. Brenda Strong's voice is very pleasant and she cues well with detailed instruction.

Thankfully, the sections of the DVD where she talks about fertility, yoga, breath, etc. can be skipped over when doing the practice, and she does not about these subjects during the actual asanas (I was concerned about this as to hear this doing practice would be distracting and get old). In fact, other than a few brief exercises involving energy work of some sort to the reproductive organs, I think this DVD is a nice practice for any yogini, not necessarily someone interested in enhancing fertility. ... Read more

Description

Achieving and maintaining the high level of fitness required for martial arts training is a scientific process. The training methods you use and the way you workout can greatly affect your success in the ring and on the street. In this informative DVD, Sang H. Kim has brought all of the exercises in the Ultimate Fitness video series together into one powerful presentation. He teaches you the exercises that have helped him maintain ultimate flexibility for over 20 years and demonstrates the most effective exercises for developing explosive power and speed in your techniques using weight training, running, isometrics, and more. Plus, get advice on developing hard to work areas like agility, balance, coordination and timing.

Packed with information, this DVD is guaranteed to bring variety to your workout no matter what style you practice. You get over 100 drills, exercises and training methods that have made the Ultimate Fitness Series bestsellers. Discover which exercises are the most effective, how you should execute them for maximum results, how to apply them to your martial arts training and dozens more expert workout tips from Sang H. Kim, author of Ultimate Fitness through Martial Arts, as he explains and demonstrates each exercise. ... Read more

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Kim ably demonstrates exercises and techniques
In Ultimate Fitness For Martial Arts, martial arts expert Sang H. Kim combines the content of three videos on one DVD, resulting in a well-rounded presentation on how to optimize personal physical power, flexibility, and speed. Kim ably demonstrates exercises and techniques in weight training, running, isometrics, and more that have helped him remain limber for over 20 years. A special features on dynamic breathing rounds out this superb high-activity fitness instructional which is recommended to martial arts students and non-specialist general viewers with an interest in optimizing their physical health and well being.

Amazing variety of exercises
This DVD is like an encyclopedia of martial arts exercises. If it's good for martial arts training, it's probably in this collection, especially when it comes to flexibility, which gets heavy emphasis. What I like even more than the huge number of exercises is the way the menu is set up. Exercises are grouped so you can skip to the set that you need without having to wade through everything on the disc. As an instructor, this makes it very easy for me to refresh my memory quickly before a class or warm-up. Just pop the disc in, skip to the section I need and go. A great resource for instructors and for students who train at home or want to.

Excellent quantity, lesser quality
There are an astonishing number of drills and techniques presented here. They are divided into the following categories: Speed, Agility, Timing, Power, Stength, Stamina, Flexibility, Reflexes, Coordination.

However, there are no multi-camera angles or slow motion presentations. Production values are adequate but not even close to state-of-the-art. The narrated descriptions are terse and the accent of the narrator makes it a bit hard to understand. The presentation of the material is quite fast paced. This DVD's value to the beginner is limited in that there are no modifications show for less flexible beginners and no hints on how to work up to the full technique.

With these limitations in mind, this DVD presents a treasure trove of valuable information. With a bit more effort Turtle Press could have achieved near perfection. Sang Kim is an amazing athlete and martial artist--he definately has the "right stuff". ... Read more

Description

All the benefits of Pilates and Yoga in one invigorating workout!

Your health is in your hands. The answers are in your body. Follow the flowing movements of this complete and energizing workout and gain greater flexibility, strength, and balance.

Begin with Pilates exercises to develop core strength and spinal flexibility. Move into Yoga postures to link the power of your breath to your body.

Combining Pilates & Yoga for Balance will re-educate your body so you can tap into the deepest sources of your body’s natural intelligence. As you learn to move correctly, you’ll experience the benefits of reduced stress and enhanced awareness in every facet of your daily life! ... Read more

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Challenging yet restorative workout!
This is a great workout designed by Tom McCook, whose talents as a Pilates and Yoga teacher really show! By the end of the 45 minute flow practice, I felt like I got a super workout and at the same time felt physically and mentally restored.

I like the way the exercises are sequenced, beginning with warm-up stretches and Pilates movements, then leading into flowing Yoga poses. The Pilates exercises really help establish a good mind-body connection and get you into your core. So the Yoga poses feel safer on the back and joints. I find I can go a lot deeper into the Yoga postures without creating strain.

There's an instructional Basics section prior to the Flow portion of the video which explains proper body positioning, breathing, weight bearing prinicipals - these are a good prep for the Flow.

Overall, Tom McCook gives excellent instruction with a calming and pleasant voice. This video gets better each time I follow it! ... Read more

Description

Yoga As You've Never Seen It! Thousands of years ago in India, Yoga was created to develop the body, mind and spirit. The word "yoga" comes from the ancient Sanskrit meaning to unite, to merge it all together.

Yoga Secrets shows six buff young men mastering this ancient art. Working with one another, they present poses that transform body and spirit.

Even if you know nothing about Yoga, you will appreciate the awe-inspiring movements of these nude young men.

This is not an instructional video. Any viewer of this video assumes the risk of injury resulting from performing the movements highlighted. The instruction and advice presented are in no way intended as a substitute for medical counseling. The creators, producers, participants and distributors disclaim any liabilities or loss in connection with the instruction and advice herein.

TLAVIDEO April 2001 This is a video for lovers of the well muscled nude male form. ... Read more

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Yoga (and gay) convert.
What started out as a Valentine's Day gift to my wife turned into an embarrassing gift to myself. Whoa, what a shock and wake up call! We started out trying the various positions, but distraction soon turned to erection. Not for my wife, but for my new best friends.
I guess my advice to you is to purchase this only if you are VERY secure in your sexual orientation.

Fantastic,Beautiful Video
For those Men who are interested in getting involved in a Yoga practice, this is the video to get.Naturally, the video cannot go into all aspects of yoga, but it is certainly a beautiful work that inspires men to do yoga...in the nude and with a partner.A great tape, I hope there are many more videos made like this.

Fun To Watch - But Don't Expect To Learn Any Yoga.....
I had every intention of following along with this DVD. I warmed up. I stretched out. I cleared a nice space on the floor. I even lit some candles and incense to set the mood. But once I popped in this DVD, all my grand plans went down the toilet. Too bad, because I really wanted to learn their Yoga Secrets!

My first hint that this wasn't going to be basic yoga was the disclaimer before the yoga even starts about how the creators are not liable for any loss in connection with the exercises demonstrated in the DVD. Yikes!

The men start off by doing partnered handstands and armstands in their "tighty whities". I spent a large part of my youth doing gymnastics so it was fortunate that I could keep up with this exercise even without a partner. But not everyone can.

They use props such as wooden benches and what looks like a wooden fence of some sort (I guess it's the yoga equivalent of the barre in ballet). I know lots of people who do yoga but none of them own any of these props. (Hard to believe that wooden fences are not standard yoga issue these days!)

It doesn't take long for the men to shed their underwear. The men then go on to pick each other up off the floor for some of the positions. Needless to say, I dropped out early trying to keep up and I just became a spectator for the rest of the exercise.

I found the background music to be relaxing. I also couldn't help but notice that the camera focuses more on the mens' genitals than on the poses they are trying to demonstrate. Good thing the men happen to be very easy on the eyes.

After the 40 minutes of Yoga Secrets were over, I checked out the special features on the DVD. The "outtakes" were amusing. Among other things, it shows the men fidgeting and falling out of their handstands and other poses, etc. while the director is yelling out various instructions.

I would have given this DVD a higher rating if the yoga demonstrated in the DVD was something that could have been followed more easily by the average person. But I guess the only people who can keep up with this DVD are a bunch of guys standing near a wooden fence who take off all their clothes and pick each other up off the floor.

I'd recommend purchasing this DVD - but only for the entertainment value, not for the yoga instruction.

Nice to Look At But Not Practical
Definately eye candy. Not an instructional video, but pleasing to the eye. The guys on really are sincere yoga practicioners and the partner yoga is pleasing to watch. ... Read more

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The same says it all
I used the "pre-natal" workout video before and the "post-natal" after my daughter was born and highly recommend them. This video was just challenging enough to be fun and did a great job of strengthening my back and retoning my abs, along with working the other muscles. Each of the segments are 10 minutes long and the routines are easy to learn and don't require you to bounce around (a real plus in my opinion)!

I liked the ability to choose what muscles I was going to focus on and how much time I had to myself.

You should still plan to walk or do some other exercise for cardio, but this video is a great way to get your muscles back into shape after a baby. ... Read more

Product Description

In Intermediate Mat Workout, certified Pilates instructor Ana Caban guides you through more sublte yet challenging movements while continuing to focus on the key principles of this unique conditioning method. ... Read more

Reviews (54)

Good intermediate Pilates workout
This tape is NOT for those new to Pilates; it's meant as a Part 2 to the Beginners Mat Workout. In the first tape, instructor Ana Caban takes the time to carefully explain each move and to describe in detail how the moves are performed, but in this more advanced workout, she skips the instructions and moves quickly from one move to the next. Ana is a very likeable instructor who is motivating and energetic without being overly peppy or intimidating. She offers encouragement using simple, sometimes amusing language such as "be long, like a noodle!" The entire workout builds on the Beginners tape by adding new moves, all of which smoothly flow from one to the other in the classic Pilates tradition. It's true that the sound and video quality is a bit off here and there, but this is easy enough to ignore once you have practiced the workout a few times. This is an excellent tape for strengthening the entire midsection, and perfect for those who want to further advance their Pilates practice.

Solid workout
Yes, the sound quality suffered in this video, as the instructions switch from clear to tinny (like she's talking in a seashell) and back again- but think of it as an extra challenge for the Pilates goal of developing concentration. Seriously, if you're bored enough with the tape to be bothered by those flaws, you obviously need a more advanced workout! This is a solid intermediate Pilates workout that's a definite step up from the basic tape. You'll do some of the same excercises as in basic, but more reps, less rest in between, and interspersed with new exercises that overall will really challenge you. After several months of doing Pilates I am definitely noticing the benefits. There are so many things you need torso strength and stability for: daily posture, or moves in other exercise routines that require you to hold your body in place. This is exactly what Pilates works on, along with flexibility, balance and breathing. So it's a method that will yield results both in daily life as well as in your other workouts.

The Ana Caban videos do not go overly into detail on form, which is a drawback at first. It can be remedied by getting Brooke Siler's book and/or getting a few pointers from a Pilates trainer as I did. (Not a bad idea anyway, even for advanced users. I've heard that people sometimes come into studios having done Pilates for years thinking it was "easy"- and all along they'd gotten the form wrong so they were cheating!) In the end, once you've gotten the forms down, you want a video like this- one that will give you a solid workout with a minimum of fuss.

Great for intermediates
Ana Caban is a great instructor. I've been doing this workout about 2x/week for 5 months, and my abs look fabulous (this coming from a girl who never thought she could show muscles in her belly :)). I love the fact that its a 30 minute workout, so its easy to squeeze this workout in with a busy schedule.

Great workout
I did Ana's beginning mat workout for 2 weeks, then graduated to this one. I enjoy Ana's personality. She's calm and cues you through each exercise. I've surpirsed myself in being able to do almost all of the moves. It really increases your flexibility.

A good workout once it gets started...
I bought this workout to augment my weekly pilates class. I think it provides a good workout once it gets started, but only after you're forced to sit through 5 minutes of warings, copyright boilerplate, and GAIAM commercials! That's really my only beef. And don't think you can just skip through it.
My morning work-around is to turn on the dvd player, go brush my teeth and shave, then begin pilates.
I'd suggest finding a different company's DVD or buy the VHS version, where it's
easy to skip all the cruft at the beginning. ... Read more

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A decent workout but has some flaws
I have Leslie's earlier "Walk Away The Pounds" 1,2 & 3-mile tapes, and I like those better