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This variation on the popular power-yoga style, as is the unfortunate case with many yoga tapes, moves both into and through its program too quickly, with virtually no warm-up or introductory instruction (especially in breathing techniques) for the uninitiated. For that reason, among others, it is not recommended for newcomers. The more experienced, however, will certainly get the "challenging, athletic workout" the tape promises. Instructor Lisa Bennett is cheerful as she conducts a vigorous series of sun salutes, balancing poses, backbends, hip and abdominal poses, and such; you'll keep moving almost constantly, and if breaking a sweat is your goal, you can't go wrong here. The overall tone, however, is rather like an infomercial, which could become irritating over repeated viewings. --Sam Graham

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5.0 out of 5 stars Advanced yoga that isn't impossible!, Feb 22 2009

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I LOVE the Bryan Kest trilogy, like everybody else who practices at home. Nothing is as good as Bryan's Power Yoga set, but this is my runner-up. It is a full hour of challenging yoga. I actually dripped sweat on my mat, which I never do! It has a long sequence that builds strength and heat, and a nice collection of balancing poses (which tend to be neglected to a great extent in yoga DVDs), as well as all the floor essentials. What I really liked about this DVD, aside from it being really well-planned and well-paced, is that it really challenged me without moves I just couldn't attempt (like headstands). All the moves are totally do-able for anybody who has any yoga basics--they are just made tough to really challenge your limits. There is a modifier, though, to make almost all poses easier for those working their way up, so intermediates and more advanced yogis will find this appropriate and helpful. Also, this DVD contains some really great tips for posture and alignment--something I found really helpful even after practicing for a while.

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5.0 out of 5 stars yoga zone-strength and endurance, April 9 2009

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I started doing yoga a year ago.I never went to classes but I have two other yoga DVDs.I feel I'm getting a better workout from the Yoga Zone strength and endurance DVD. I find the instructor moves along at a good pace from one pose to another.Some of the poses are a bit of a challenge,but yoga is all about practce.As well,if you are a beginner you can follow the more modified version as demonstrated by one of the three instructors in this video.It takes a little over one hour to complete the full workout,but you will really feel that you have done something physical for your body when you have finished.I recommend it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Challenging in a Good Way, May 16 2004

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I took basic yoga for a year and a half before moving on to power yoga. I bought this DVD to supplement a power yoga course I am taking. This is HARD for me, but nice because it is so long (about an hour I think) it takes awhile to do the whole thing, so I have something to work towards. I am about 2/3 of the way after a month or so. I would recommend doing basic yoga for awhile before trying this unless you're used to working out a lot. But once you're ready this is the DVD to buy. The instructor is really good and the exercises really work your leg and arm muscles.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Good Workout -- Definitely NOT for beginners!
I agree with the reviewers who said this is not for beginners. I consider myself a low-intermediate, and I could only do about 3/4 of this program. Read more

Published on Mar 8 2004

4.0 out of 5 stars Great video but not for beginners
I would say this video is not for the beginners. As long as you know the basic yoga poses, this is a great video for you. Read more

Published on Jan 12 2004 by F. Gao