Thoughts on first Essentrics - Page 3

momofcha · 09-08-16, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by JackieB

I am supposed to skype with the head office in the next couple weeks, and am planning on asking them about the streaming "exclusive" workouts and any dvds in the pipeline. I think that they would be very successful with ETV if they would stream live workouts from their Montreal studio.

Sweet - thanks and keep us posted! I completely agree on the classes from their studio..... sigh....a girl can dream

LindaL · 09-08-16, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by JackieB

I am supposed to skype with the head office in the next couple weeks, and am planning on asking them about the streaming "exclusive" workouts and any dvds in the pipeline. I think that they would be very successful with ETV if they would stream live workouts from their Montreal studio.

Thank you for this. In one of Sahra's YouTube videos - the Hip Stretch for Hockey - she says something like "This isn't like the tough stuff (muscle building) stuff we do over the summer." That's always such a tease for me...I want to see what they do over the summer! I agree that live classes would probably be super successful with ETV.

kelsey211 · 09-08-16, 11:22 AM

I would love live classes as well and I would keep my subscription. It's hard for me to justify paying for ETV when I already have most of the DVDs. The live classes (recordings of live classes) would make ETV more special.

Cathe's weekly live classes are very popular.

Lucky Star · 09-08-16, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by JackieB

I think the hour long workouts are the "magic". The 23 minute episodes are enough to provide the feel good benefits of Essentrics...but that hour long workout is work. I also feel there is something to TA's theory of doing the same workout multiple times as you really learn it and figure out how to perfect form and work harder.

I haven't done "Core" for a long time...I would think it would part of a good rotation. I'm not remembering windmills in that workout or the side lying leg lifts.

Whenever I read on the Essentrics website or instructor blog, they talk about these retreats and the amazing changes people have in their bodies. I think they do two 1-hour workouts each day. So something to think about.

Thank you for the detailed reply Jackie! Wow, 2 hours a day? I guess there really is no magic pill or substitute for hard work!

I also have Class of 2012, plus all the long workouts Miranda put out years ago. But yes, I agree there's a lot to be said for repeating one program and improving form. Although it could be said there's a lot of crossover material among all these workouts, so probably some variety here and there couldn't hurt.

JackieB · 09-08-16, 12:19 PM

I will for sure post after I've skyped. I have a list of things I want to inquire about.

I just keep reflecting on how much I practiced pcw1 (Sahra's toning) daily before I taught it. Before, I just would do an episode and maybe the longer workouts on the weekend. I really think that it was the repetition and daily hour long workouts that made the difference.

When I went to the Estes Park retreat, there were 2 hour long workouts on Saturday, and one on Sunday morning. My bucket list is to go to the longer retreat at the Spa Eastman....but it is spendy $$$!

Lucky Star · 09-09-16, 06:52 AM

Jackie you sold me! Will try a solid rotation of FBT, interspersed with Firm Vol 2 couple of times a week (which I'm loving). I *need* to get back to CS/Essentrics routines again. My body misses them!!

Thanks again!! I look forward to your updates.

SimplyGlowing · 09-09-16, 09:19 AM

Can anybody compare Full Body Toning DVD to a Class 2012 ? I have the latter now this thread made me want the Full Body one but they are pricey. I am looking to be enabled though

momofcha · 09-09-16, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by SimplyGlowing

Can anybody compare Full Body Toning DVD to a Class 2012 ? I have the latter now this thread made me want the Full Body one but they are pricey. I am looking to be enabled though

I hardly ever do Class of 2012 since discovering FBT. FBT is a dream. Absolute perfect class!

JackieB · 09-09-16, 09:53 AM

FBT is shorter...I think it is 55 minutes as opposed to 1 hour about 7 minutes for Class of 2012. There is no barre or chair work in FBT. I can't remember the trademarks in Class of 2012.

I should do Class of 2012 again...to me, that workout moves slowly and is LONG. I often use the floorwork to tag onto an episode. Class of 2012 is more like a live Essentrics class...as is FBT.

SimplyGlowing · 09-09-16, 12:46 PM

Thank you Jackie and Sue. Off to order

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09-08-16, 11:22 AM
kelsey211 VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: MD - CA	I would love live classes as well and I would keep my subscription. It's hard for me to justify paying for ETV when I already have most of the DVDs. The live classes (recordings of live classes) would make ETV more special. Cathe's weekly live classes are very popular. __________________ *Susie*

09-08-16, 12:19 PM
JackieB VF Supporter Join Date: May 2005 Location: Minnesota	I will for sure post after I've skyped. I have a list of things I want to inquire about. I just keep reflecting on how much I practiced pcw1 (Sahra's toning) daily before I taught it. Before, I just would do an episode and maybe the longer workouts on the weekend. I really think that it was the repetition and daily hour long workouts that made the difference. When I went to the Estes Park retreat, there were 2 hour long workouts on Saturday, and one on Sunday morning. My bucket list is to go to the longer retreat at the Spa Eastman....but it is spendy $$$! __________________ Jackie Certified Essentrics Instructor, Level 4---February 2017 Yoga Tune Up Roll Model Method Practitioner---December 2021 "Movement is a privilege. You don't have to exercise. You get to exercise. Visit a person whose mobility is severely limited, and you'll appreciate the distinction. Do what you can, count yourself lucky, heal yourself in the process." Essentrics Colorado

09-09-16, 06:52 AM
Lucky Star VF Supporter Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: A helluva town	Jackie you sold me! Will try a solid rotation of FBT, interspersed with Firm Vol 2 couple of times a week (which I'm loving). I need to get back to CS/Essentrics routines again. My body misses them!! Thanks again!! I look forward to your updates. __________________ ~ Gina ~ "Remain cheerful, for nothing destructive can pierce through the solid wall of cheerfulness." ~Sri Chinmoy "We are so fortunate that we get to exercise!" ~Erin O'Brien

09-09-16, 09:19 AM
SimplyGlowing Join Date: Sep 2006	Can anybody compare Full Body Toning DVD to a Class 2012 ? I have the latter now this thread made me want the Full Body one but they are pricey. I am looking to be enabled though

09-09-16, 09:53 AM
JackieB VF Supporter Join Date: May 2005 Location: Minnesota	FBT is shorter...I think it is 55 minutes as opposed to 1 hour about 7 minutes for Class of 2012. There is no barre or chair work in FBT. I can't remember the trademarks in Class of 2012. I should do Class of 2012 again...to me, that workout moves slowly and is LONG. I often use the floorwork to tag onto an episode. Class of 2012 is more like a live Essentrics class...as is FBT. __________________ Jackie Certified Essentrics Instructor, Level 4---February 2017 Yoga Tune Up Roll Model Method Practitioner---December 2021 "Movement is a privilege. You don't have to exercise. You get to exercise. Visit a person whose mobility is severely limited, and you'll appreciate the distinction. Do what you can, count yourself lucky, heal yourself in the process." Essentrics Colorado

09-09-16, 12:46 PM
SimplyGlowing Join Date: Sep 2006	Thank you Jackie and Sue. Off to order