- Format: NTSC, Import
- Language: English
- Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
- Number of discs: 1
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- Studio: Koch International
- Release Date: April 22 2003
- Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B00007D00N
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Pilates is one of the hottest exercise trends because it strengthens the "girdle of strength"--the core muscles of the trunk--for a lean, strong, balanced body. Pilates for Beginners is an exceptionally well-designed, 75-minute program that makes Pilates accessible to novice exercisers. Mature and skillful instructor Jillian Hessel has been teaching Pilates for 20 years. She first teaches the fundamentals with a male assistant, illustrating differences between male and female bodies in positioning and performing the exercises, and practicing movements you'll need later. Then she and two assistants present a classic Pilates mat workout, with one person modifying the exercises to make them easier, and another making them more challenging. They exercise in a peaceful, outdoor setting, using props as needed: a heavy resistance band, seat riser, and cushions. An excellent program that you can grow with, starting with the easiest modifications and progressing to the most challenging. --Joan Price
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars
Boring!,
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This review is from: Gaiam ~ Pilates for beginners ~ Deluxe DVD edition (DVD)
First off, Jillian does a _great_ job describing proper positioning and breathing; however, the workout section was so boring that I couln't even finish the session. They all look bored, themselves. No smiling, no apparent energy or passion for what they are doing...just stone cold faces and almost robot-like movement through the few and low-repetition exercizes. I also don't at all like the info-mercial aspect to the Gaiam DVDs...the instructors always seem to recommend some prop to aid in doing some move rather than describing what muscle groups are supposed to be used to help control the motion naturally. This DVD is dull and uninspiring
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great start,
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This review is from: Gaiam ~ Pilates for beginners ~ Deluxe DVD edition (DVD)
I started Palates last year with the "Beginning Mat Workout" with Anna Caban. It was great. I came across this DVD a few months back and decided that it would be nice to have two DVDs so that I can alternate, rather than watching the same one over and over. This DVD is a bit easier than Anna's, but great just the same with three levels to follow. I have moved on to the intermediate DVD with Anna Caban and I hope that Jillian Hessel considers putting out an intermediate DVD as well. Oh, one more very important factor, this DVD has an actual MAN performing the exercises with Jillian. As a man myself, it was very refreshing to see that Pilates is not just for women.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful!,
By A Customer
This review is from: Gaiam ~ Pilates for beginners ~ Deluxe DVD edition (DVD)
This DVD is terrific for anyone new to Pilates or for those who want to improve their form. Jillian Hessel does a great job explaining pilates breathing and teaching the fundamentals. Pilates is one of those things that is hard to learn without a live instructor, but this DVD comes close for those who can't afford live instruction or don't have it near them.
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