Customer Reviews

Element: Am and PM Yoga for Beginners [Import]

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Decided to ease back into Yoga after many many years and purchased a few Yoga DVD's. This one is my favorite for easing back into it gently and also the AM workout a great way to begin your day, feeling energized and relaxed. There are two routines AM and PM each tailored to obtain different effects. Elena is beautiful to watch, she flows gracefully and gently from one pose to another, offering at times a modified version of a pose. Her voice is calm and quite relaxing to listen to as you move through the poses. I did not find it difficult to follow,nice pace. However,not certain I would recommend it to someone looking for a beginner's DVD with a lot of detailed step by step instructions, simply because this is essentialy a nice AM and PM yoga routine. I so enjoyed this DVD, that I ordered her other DVD and cannot wait to try it and hopefully other's at the next level.

I own quite a few yoga DVDs and I regularly reach for this one. I find the Elena Brower to be a very competent and calm instructor. The music and background are very neutral and restful. The voice-over is very peaceful. The instruction is excellent, you can have your eyes closed and still be guided. I like the way she tells you to smile every now and then, it reminds us to enjoy it. The pm is quite meditative towards the end, and is the perfect end to an evening. Highly recommended.

When I ordered this, I had never tried yoga before. I popped it in the dvd player and started. I had no trouble attempting the poses, or in general following the dvd. It was pretty simple, though at times hard to view the dvd. I assumed this would get better as I became more proficient.

BUT I have yet to finish a single session. The session goes on for about 40 minutes. As a beginner, I wanted smaller bits. At around 25 minutes, I'm really done and turn off the player. I wish the segments were shorter. I feel like I'm not really getting the full use of this product because of that.

Otherwise, the actual content was good. If you have time to do the whole thing, then buy this. I my self am ordering Yoga Journals complete guide to beginners. This dvd was not for me.

This is a really great DVD. The background is beautiful and the poses are fairly challenging, but really great for a time saver. I love Bryan Kest's power yoga, but don't always have the time for the full hour. This set gives you a very balanced workout, including abs in about half the time. The pm series is more focused on stretching and relaxing, but gives a nice complete workout.

I purchased this dvd on Saturday and I received the yoga dvd on Monday, first I was very impressed with the speedy delivery! Well done Amazon.

I tried the dvd for the first time today and I must say it's pretty challenging as I am a beginner and it was tough, but I really enjoyed it, you really work up a sweat during the 30 min.

I will definatley be trying this on a regular basis.

This video was great for shorter sessions. I enjoyed the PM one the best, finding it relaxing, just before heading to bed.

This is a great yoga video to add to your collection. Elena Brown is an awesome instructor with a very soothing, clear voice. The video is split up into AM and PM segments, approximately 35 and 25 min each respectively, and I love both. I love to do the PM video on those days I know I won't be able to fall asleep because it really helps to relax the mind. The AM segment also provides a great stretch and can be done at any part of the day really. This video is great for all levels and is a perfect way to incorporate some yoga on those busy days.

You will have to take a beginners class or at least read a little about yoga b4 starting. Although she does explain herself clearly without prior knowledge it would be difficult to follow her completely. It would be best to watch it quickly the 1st time or have your pause button ready. I prefer it over some gaiam videos as this goes through the poses much slower. The slower the transition the better the workout. Enjoy this DVD. I do!

I really enjoy this DVD, not only does it help with your body being more flexable but
it is nice and short for your busy day. It feels good to do because it is short and sweet and
effective,

After reading the feedback I ordered this DVD.I am disappointed though. It is slow-going and not my style. I have many other Yoga DVD's- and I would not recommend this one !