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3 Mar 22nd, 2008 

10 Ciao members have rated this review on average: helpful

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Good length workout with both standing and mat exercises

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Lacking some explanation of moves

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I brought this DVD as I'd previously done beginners yoga and really enjoyed that so I thought I'd give pilates a go.I decided to buy 'Pilates Weight Loss Workout for Dummies' as it was aimed at beginners, and it was only £4.97 from amazon. Pilates is great for toning, as it involves strengthening and strecthing muscles particularly in your midsection i.e stomach, hips and bum. This workout is also designed to increase your heatrate so that you burn more calories than with a tradtional pilates workout.

The DVD has two sets of exercises: a 20 minute standing routine and a 15 minute mat routine, which makes it a good length for doing in one go. Although it is aimed at beginners I did think that it moved too quickly in parts. Whilst most of the exercises were explained verbally by the instructor (Tracy Thompson) there were some moves that weren't fully explained and I felt a bit lost in places. However by watching the moves a couple of times I have got a better handle on them. What is good about this DVD is that whilst the instructor is demonstrating the moves there is extra information on how you can simplify the moves or make them more challenging, which can be useful when you are just beginning and when you are progressing.

I did enjoy this workout, however since I've never done pilates I can't really comment on how authentic it. It did raise my heartrate and work my muscles (and left me feeling a bit sore the next day if I'm being honest), so hopefully it will help me tone up. If it's weight loss you are after I don't really think this is the DVD for you, as there aren't any cardiovascular exercises. 

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manlybeach 23.03.2008 10:59

Good review

Hsaxo 22.03.2008 20:28

good review :-)

headcase44 22.03.2008 20:22

Good review......I would have rated higher if you had given a little bit of information on what Pilates is all about. I will re-rate if info added. Thanks.J.

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Pilates Weight Loss Workout For Dummies (DVD) - review by samanthab21

Advantages: Makes you more toned and is very relaxing
Disadvantages: Doesnt last very long.

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