- Format: Color, DVD-Video, NTSC, Import
- Language: English
- Region: (US and Canada This DVD will probably NOT be viewable in other countries. Read more about DVD formats.)
- Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
- Number of discs: 1
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- Studio: Koch International
- Release Date: Mar 27 2001
- Run Time: 40 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B00005A05Z
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Looking to develop those six-pack abs to show off on the beach? Then yoga is not for you. If, however, you want to strengthen both your abdominals and your lower back, while keeping your stomach muscles supple but not rock hard, then yoga's the way to go. This two-part, 40-minute program from Yoga Zone uses a variety of poses (some of them joined together in flowing sequences known as vinyasas) that are obviously directed at the abs; the scale pose (also known as the boat), for instance, will certainly work those muscles hard, as will the table pose, the "forearm plank" (the upward pushup position, but with elbows on the floor), and others. But both parts of the practice also incorporate a variety of other asanas, such as standing positions and side stretches, that develop abdominal strength more subtly, as the instructors frequently remind you to tilt your pelvis forward and tuck your stomach muscles in, thus gently but firmly engaging your abs throughout your entire yoga routine. You'll work reasonably hard, but you won't endure endless series of crunches as you relentlessly "go for the burn." With a selectable DVD menu, you can sequence the poses any way you like, or jump to any particular section. You can also turn off the instruction and do the practice accompanied only by the music track. This is a peculiar option; the point of practicing yoga is to take your awareness inside, not stare at a TV screen, and the teacher's vocal guidance is usually an essential part of that process. But if it works, go for it. --Sam Graham
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
Nice for beginners,
By sugar_pie (USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Yoga for Abs - Yoga Zone - DVD (DVD)
This DVD is a nice place to start for those who have no experience with yoga and have not been working out regularly. If you are a fairly consistent exerciser who works your abs frequently, this DVD will be too easy for you. Same goes for those at the intermediate yoga level. This DVD will only appeal to yoga novices and people, like me, who are pretty out of shape. For the pros and cons:Pros: 1) The outdoor setting is very relaxing. It's a nice change of pace from those bright, fluorescent studios. 2) The instructors, Al and Jen, are friendly and motivational without being overly perky and annoying. 3) Both 20-minute segments provide a nice stretch and gently work your abs. This video is not difficult, so don't shy away if you're just starting yoga or working out again. Some of the poses, like the plank, are more difficult, but they are not held long enough to kill you. Cons: 1) As the Amazon editorial reviewer says, this DVD will not give you rock hard abs. You will need to find something else if that's your goal. 2) Even for beginners, this will soon become very easy. Though it could provide a nice stretch/warm-up/cool-down for other routines. 3) In the first workout, Al spends a little too much time on instruction which will get annoying after the first few times. I tend to do Jen's segment because she talks less. A final note: while the instructors encourage you to connect your mind and body and remind you of proper breathing, you don't get much meditation here or Eastern philosophy. This could be a plus or minus depending on what you're looking for.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great video,
By S Smith (New Brunswick Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Yoga Zone: Yoga for Abs for Beginners (VHS Tape)
This a a great video if you want to do a workout on your Abs. You can really feel the workout through your abs area. It may take a couple of "gos" at this video before you start to get the hang of it and feel it durning the workout. Al does a great job (as usually) in explaining the poses. I would recommend this video for anyone who is new to this practice. I would not get this video if you have been doing Yoga for awhile the pace of the video may be too slow.
1.0 out of 5 stars
Not a workout,
By A Customer
This review is from: Yoga for Abs - Yoga Zone - DVD (DVD)
If you are interested in this DVD you should check it out at the library, rent it or borrow a copy. It's not much of a workout or even a good yoga session. It's 2-20 minute sections, but there is no challenge and it's rushed. I would recommend Rodney Yee - Abs for Beginners instead of this one. I have a decent library of yoga/pilates DVDs/VHS and this one ranks lowest.
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