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 MTV Power Yoga :: 0792192338
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| MTV and yoga? The two concepts don’t go together as naturally as, say, Siegfried and Roy. Still, this 40-minute program (plus a brief Pilates-based routine for the abs) has more to offer than the chance to gaze at buff young bodies in leotards. Instructor Kristin McGee (who also appears on MTV Yoga, the channel's 2002 yoga program) continually emphasizes the crucial element of the breath, and the routine includes sun salutations, backbends, balances, twists, and other aspects of a well-rounded practice. But not enough time is allotted for warm-up, and the pace is very brisk; any practice that uses the downward dog pose primarily for resting is not for the faint of heart. That’s fine for the short-attention-span generation spawned by MTV, but not great when it comes to a discipline that cultivates endurance, will, patience, and introspection by way of the depth and deliberateness of the movements. It’s yoga all right, but this is definitely not recommended for the inexperienced. --Sam Graham Editorial Descriptions are usually submitted by the manufacturers, publishers and authors. Contact us if you are one of them, and wish to change the above description. |
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Author: Guest
If you like to do yoga, you will love this video!
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Author: Guest
Though this is a decent workout, I was disappointed with it. There should have been greater instruction for some of the more intricate poses, or at least a warning that the DVD assumes a working knowledge of yoga. I agree that some of the poses could be dangerous, and the flow is fast. The music got on my nerves after a while. I think there are better power yoga videos out there. I would not purchase another workout featuring this instructor.
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Author: Guest
I've been practicing yoga for over 10 years now; all forms in studios and at home. Ashtanga (Power) and Bikram (Hot) being my favorite. Sometimes I get into the spiritual aspects of Yoga whenever I need to, but mostly I enjoy it for the way it gives me that "Yoga Body".
I was surprised at how terrible the MTV Power Yoga DVD is, since I believe the MTV Yoga DVD is wonderful for beginners. I just wanted something a little different with some good music and pure work-out aspects.
The warm-up is too fast. No matter how advanced a student you are, your warm-up should always be slow and gentle... hence "warm-up".
The flow into Warrior One is incorrect and dangerous. The instructor tells you to flatten your rear foot first before stepping forward with your front leg - NO!! This will cause you to pull muscles in your lower back. You should ALWAYS step forward with your front leg first, then turn and plant your rear foot.
During a series of Warrior One and Bent Knee Triangles, you are instructed to move directly from the Warrior One into the Triangle. Huh? What about that little pose in between called the Warrior Two?!?
If that's not enough to turn you off, how about the floor pose stretching series she does with one leg (shin) bent underneath you. Think tearing your knee ligaments... I know some Yoga instructors that would NEVER attempt those variations. Hero pose is easier on your knees than what this instructor has you do.
Simply put, this yoga does not flow well, I'd say it barely flows at all and the poses are presented incorrectly. Anyone that is advanced enough to do some of her variations safely would not be using a DVD to instruct them... and remember, I've been doing this for 10 years!
By the way, the music is horrible! You would think that for an MTV production they would have some great music to work-out to. I guess you could use the instructor voice music off feature and put on your own stuff in the background, but this whole DVD is so bad that wouldn't help.
Try these other DVD's instead:
MTV Yoga (Wonderful for Extreme Beginners)
American Power Yoga, Strength (Great for All Levels)
Baron Baptiste Live! Series (Beginner to Intermediate)
Yoga For Happiness (The instructor is a little sticky sweet, but the DVD is wonderful! Intermediate)
Bryan Kest Power Yoga Complete Collection (Great for All Levels)
Yoga Shakti (Terrific Yoga Matrix DVD feature to create your own custom practice - Advanced Intermediate to Advanced)
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Author: Guest
I have been practicing for about 3 years now and have an entire library of Yoga DVDs, but this one is my absolute favorite! It gets your heart pumping and really works your legs and arms. It's a lot of fun, and I always feel energetic, limber and relaxed after finishing it. Some of the poses, such as Eagle and Dancing Shiva are challenging, but I really enjoy seeing how much I improve each time. The only bummer is that it's only 45 minutes, I'd like to see the same type of workout at 60 minutes or more. I wouldn't recommend this one for absolute beginners, but for advanced beginners, intermediate or even advanced it's a great quick workout and a MUST BUY!
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Author: Guest
I don't understand why the pace of the poses go so fast, not giving a chance to stretch and lengthen to build strength ! It felt like it was an aerobics session, not at all yoga ! I actually did not finish doing the session as I got so frustrated 'cuz I felt I was being rushed through the poses...I just clicked the stop button ! Will be giving this away for sure !
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