Best/toughest/favorite/most effective PILATES dvd??? - Page 7

ilovemybirds · 11-14-09, 01:02 AM

I'm think I'm scheduled to do pilates on Tuesday or so (I'm doing another round of Sexy in 6), so I'll be sure to share my thoughts about it then.

LauraBella · 11-14-09, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by ilovemybirds

I'm think I'm scheduled to do pilates on Tuesday or so (I'm doing another round of Sexy in 6), so I'll be sure to share my thoughts about it then.

Yay!

It's 7.77 at ddd right now, btw.

LauraBella · 11-14-09, 08:56 PM

Well....

I tried KV's Total Body Training today. I enjoyed it. But, wanted to say I'm grateful for the "it's not pilates" warning!

ilovemybirds · 11-18-09, 02:25 AM

I tried Element Slim and Tone Pilates. I must say I was mixed on it. Just to give some background, I would say I'm a low intermediate when it comes to pilates. I can do most of the moves, but I don't think I'm doing them 100% correctly.
Here's what I liked about the workout:
Gorgeous scenery
Generic, but very pleasant background music
The instructor gave good cues
Some of the moves were different than what I've seen in my 10 Minute Solutions Pilates or Tracey Mallett pilates workouts that I've done, and I liked these moves.

Cons:
Moved too fast for someone who's not familiar with pilates, or for someone like me who has some familiarity with pilates but hasn't taken an actual pilates class.
As a result of the workout moving so fast, I didn't get a very good upper body workout, even though I used 3 pound dumbbells. I added 30 push ups, and it was only then that I felt like I got a decent upper body workout. Since I have a toddler and don't have a lot of time to work out, I have to do workouts that hit all of the body parts in an hour or less.
I just didn't click with her for some reason.

Overall assessment:
Good for someone who is familiar with pilates moves, or for people who can tack short pilates workouts onto a longer cardio workout. Not so good for someone who isn't as familiar with pilates, or who is limited on workout time.

alisoncooks · 11-18-09, 07:19 AM

I have to agree with Ilovemybirds.
I didn't chime in earlier b/c I thought maybe it was just me.....but I didn't click with this one at all. The voiceover didn't bother me like on the Core Fusions (I expected it w/ Element), but something about it just felt a little cold and removed?
It flowed very well but quickly and I think I just wasn't up to it. It was also a little long and I prefer my pilates workouts to be short so I can add them on or do them when my 2 little ones are busy/entertained...

LauraBella · 11-18-09, 08:15 AM

TY both for your thoughts!!!! I guess I can skip this. When I saw how MUCH ab emphasis Collage put on...that gave me hesitation, too.

KathAL79 · 11-18-09, 09:56 AM

Thanks, ilovemybirds and Allison! You and the others who have tried the new Element (or any other Pilates video) should consider cutting and pasting your reviews onto the new VF reviews system.

pfhanna · 11-18-09, 01:29 PM

Now I don't know if I should even bother, or wait for core fusion's new one (arms and abs). Thanks so much for the review, Pam.

intelsana · 11-18-09, 01:31 PM

Does anyone have a good pilates DVD they would recommend for lower body work? I can't do CF thighs and glutes because of my knee injury. I need a workout that does not involve you spending a lot of time on all 4s, and does not have squats/lunges/plies.

mj476 · 11-18-09, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by intelsana

Does anyone have a good pilates DVD they would recommend for lower body work? I can't do CF thighs and glutes because of my knee injury. I need a workout that does not involve you spending a lot of time on all 4s, and does not have squats/lunges/plies.

Jules Benson's Total Core Pilates has a really good, intense side lying leg series (no squats, lunges, plies).

Marcy

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11-14-09, 01:02 AM
ilovemybirds Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Western Washington	I'm think I'm scheduled to do pilates on Tuesday or so (I'm doing another round of Sexy in 6), so I'll be sure to share my thoughts about it then.

11-14-09, 08:56 PM
LauraBella Join Date: Sep 2009	Well.... I tried KV's Total Body Training today. I enjoyed it. But, wanted to say I'm grateful for the "it's not pilates" warning!

11-18-09, 02:25 AM
ilovemybirds Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Western Washington	I tried Element Slim and Tone Pilates. I must say I was mixed on it. Just to give some background, I would say I'm a low intermediate when it comes to pilates. I can do most of the moves, but I don't think I'm doing them 100% correctly. Here's what I liked about the workout: Gorgeous scenery Generic, but very pleasant background music The instructor gave good cues Some of the moves were different than what I've seen in my 10 Minute Solutions Pilates or Tracey Mallett pilates workouts that I've done, and I liked these moves. Cons: Moved too fast for someone who's not familiar with pilates, or for someone like me who has some familiarity with pilates but hasn't taken an actual pilates class. As a result of the workout moving so fast, I didn't get a very good upper body workout, even though I used 3 pound dumbbells. I added 30 push ups, and it was only then that I felt like I got a decent upper body workout. Since I have a toddler and don't have a lot of time to work out, I have to do workouts that hit all of the body parts in an hour or less. I just didn't click with her for some reason. Overall assessment: Good for someone who is familiar with pilates moves, or for people who can tack short pilates workouts onto a longer cardio workout. Not so good for someone who isn't as familiar with pilates, or who is limited on workout time.

11-18-09, 07:19 AM
alisoncooks Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TarHeel country	I have to agree with Ilovemybirds. I didn't chime in earlier b/c I thought maybe it was just me.....but I didn't click with this one at all. The voiceover didn't bother me like on the Core Fusions (I expected it w/ Element), but something about it just felt a little cold and removed? It flowed very well but quickly and I think I just wasn't up to it. It was also a little long and I prefer my pilates workouts to be short so I can add them on or do them when my 2 little ones are busy/entertained...

11-18-09, 08:15 AM
LauraBella Join Date: Sep 2009	TY both for your thoughts!!!! I guess I can skip this. When I saw how MUCH ab emphasis Collage put on...that gave me hesitation, too.

11-18-09, 09:56 AM
KathAL79 Join Date: Jul 2004	Thanks, ilovemybirds and Allison! You and the others who have tried the new Element (or any other Pilates video) should consider cutting and pasting your reviews onto the new VF reviews system. __________________ Kath I listen to my body and respond compassionately. - sankalpa from Jill Miller's Yoga at Home level 1, month 5 practice Note: I have had a professional relationship with a vendor of health and fitness books and media. For details please see my profile.

11-18-09, 01:29 PM
pfhanna Join Date: Aug 2002	Now I don't know if I should even bother, or wait for core fusion's new one (arms and abs). Thanks so much for the review, Pam. __________________ pamela hanna

11-18-09, 01:31 PM
intelsana Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: NYC	Does anyone have a good pilates DVD they would recommend for lower body work? I can't do CF thighs and glutes because of my knee injury. I need a workout that does not involve you spending a lot of time on all 4s, and does not have squats/lunges/plies.