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5.0 out of 5 stars Still Inspired, Jun 16 2004

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Daria (NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Romana Pilates:Introduction to (DVD)

I'm the granddaughter of Romana Kryzanowska, and I've been surprised by a few of the not so favorable reviews some folks have issued here. I think this video series is great, if you're a beginner and have not had much exposure to the Pilates method, then this is a great way to start the learning process and have something you can follow at home. Because this is Romana's first video series, many individuals with existing Pilates experience have very lofty expectations and are looking for something that will help them become better Pilates teachers. Simply put, these folks are missing the boat; this series is for beginners, not certified instructors or experienced Pilates students. This series wasn't designed to replace an advanced or Continuing Education seminar, those require supervision or individuals can take on unnecessary risk when trying to work out at home. Later videos may focus on more advanced pieces of Pilates equipment and exercises for more experienced Pilates students and teachers, just not this series. My grandmother has always been reserved about providing instruction through video, for one simple reason...Safety. As a result, her video series takes into account the range of people who may buy and use them with Safety being a primary driver of the exercises that were selected for the first edition. If you're new to Pilates, buy it and begin your Pilates journey in a safe manner; experienced instructors and students get yourselves to the studio and take a lesson with a certified instructor.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Not Comprehensive, Jun 4 2004

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Megan G. (New Mexico) - See all my reviews

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I've been trying to learn Pilates at my gym, and through video tapes. This one looked good, and I was told there was a famous Pilates instructor on it. So I bought it. This video was ok, but it only has fundamental Pilates exercises. Since it's good to have a goal to work for, I found that "Pilates for Everyone" and "Classical Pilates" showed many more exercises. They even have intermediate and advanced exercises. So I was somewhat disappointed after buying "Romana's Pilates." The famous person on this video was wonderful in her prime. There just wasn't enough material to learn from.

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1.0 out of 5 stars informational only, May 11 2004

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Rose M. Griffith "Rose M Griffith" (Pittsburgh, PA) - See all my reviews
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While I enjoyed the documentary aspect of learning about Pilates and about Romana (who is very inspirational), the workout included in this DVD was only about 5 minutes long and terribly disappointing. I wish I had bought it used instead of spending $15 on it. I will share it with friends so they can see the background of the workout I've been enjoying for over a year, but I won't mind if it never makes it way home to me again.

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5.0 out of 5 stars I hit the mat
now I'm ready, this was just great

Published on May 10 2004

2.0 out of 5 stars Too Basic
I started Pilates last year and enjoy working out. This video was recommended by some of my friends who are 'in the know. Read more

Published on Mar 19 2004 by Tina