The Seven Steps to Willpower DVD

Demeris · 08-21-10, 10:00 AM

While I am rather underwhelmed by the alleged origins of The Five Tibetans, I just watched the clip for this over at totalfitness, and Stacey's instruction is precise, careful, and intelligible. The adaptations she's made to the Five Rites look athletic/flexibility inspired.

Anyone caved on this? Anyone with feedback on this?

adrien_73 · 08-21-10, 12:11 PM

Sorry I cannot comment since I have not tried this. I was tempted by the clip as well. But isn't it VERY short--like 20-30 min.? I'm not sure I can justify $25 for such a short workout.

kali1 · 08-21-10, 07:52 PM

It's only 20 to 30 minutes long?? That stinks. I was wanting to buy this one too

eam531 · 08-21-10, 09:29 PM

I used to do the Five Tibetans a lot; still do, sometimes. It doesn't surprise me that this practice is so short. You can finish the Five Tibetans in about 15 minutes or even less. It's one of the things I like about it--a short, yoga-type body weight workout that hits a lot of muscle groups--great to do while traveling. I too am skeptical of the claims of the origins of the Five Tibetans, but it is an effective routine. If one has trouble figuring out the exercises from written descriptions, there are YouTube videos that demonstrate it.

The Seven Steps DVD looks interesting, but honestly, I think the routine is so short that a DVD isn't really necessary.

in paris · 08-22-10, 04:32 AM

Raises hand!

I ordered this (along with the new Willpower & Grace and Sole Training) over a month ago and I'm still waiting for it... (Belgian mail leaves something to be desired -- which is why I am addicted to downloads.)

I have tried the Five Tibetans from what info I could glean off the web and really like the idea of incorporating them into a routine to start the day off with -- 15 minutes, short and sweet.

I'd prefer to have a DVD teach me proper form, though. Since I like Stacey's style, ordering this from her was a no-brainer... I normally might not order a DVD for something this short but, as I do plan to do it daily, I'd really like to make sure I'm doing it right

I promise, if I ever receive it (note to self -- send email), to review it.

Demeris · 08-22-10, 08:02 AM

In Paris, I am now agitating about Belgian mail delivery. Let's hope it comes soon.

I've done the Five Tibetans in the past and also like the short/sweet total body nature of them. It looks, from the clips and the blurb, that Stacey has put her own spin on them, and that's what I'm really interested in.

Right now I have a wish list of about $200, and I'm waiting to get paid for some consulting work I did this summer. High on that list is the fitstix from Mary when she puts them on a gonga sale at the end of the month. I really hope my consulting money comes in by then AND In Paris's dvds. I might have to add this (yes, 25$ is lots of money for 15 minutes, but if I use it often, then it pays for itself in ways that my Pure Barre investment never did).

in paris · 08-23-10, 03:15 AM

LOL, Demeris!

Today would be absolutely perfect as they have finally started construction outside my bedroom window and waking up to jackhammers just doesn't do it for me!

I always thought it would be wonderful to do yoga every morning, to awaken and stretch, and get centered before the day starts... Yeah, right! I don't have the 60 minutes or so to spare... But 15? 20? That I can do! And it's short enough that I could commit to it daily... $25 is nothing for something I plan to do that much!

(TA Mat remains one of my best all time purchases as I do the unweighted arm section almost every day.)

Whether Stacey's take on the 5 Tibetans is that different remains to be seen. However, I really like her a lot and have had lovely communications with her. I downloaded Sole Training to help heal a very bad ankle injury and it has been fantastic. Again, possibly something I could have done on my own but having it on my computer/iPod means I do it every day and know exactly how long it's going to take... Money well spent!

I can't wait ti hear what you think of Fitstix. They have been high on my lust list (I'm a sucker for anything that helps with my elbow pain, especially as I'm getting an old camera to shoot in the rain that weighs a ton!) and would love to hear more feedback... I keep on saying I will make my own but am loathe to do so as I know, somehow, those Pringles will not end up in the bin

Fingers crossed you get your monies soon!

Lucky Star · 08-23-10, 07:19 AM

Doesn't Raviana's Kundalini for Beginners & Beyond feature the 5 Tibetans also?

Demeris · 08-23-10, 09:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lucky Star

Doesn't Raviana's Kundalini for Beginners & Beyond feature the 5 Tibetans also?

Yes, it does. And I own it. And I do like Raviana's work.

Are you attempting a dis-enable?

Sarah-lara · 08-23-10, 09:23 AM

One of the discs in Maya's Courage/Creativity/Willpower set uses the Five Tibetans as an extended warm up. Made me pretty dizzy! I should build up to it rather than dive right in.

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08-21-10, 10:00 AM
Demeris Join Date: Dec 2006	The Seven Steps to Willpower DVD While I am rather underwhelmed by the alleged origins of The Five Tibetans, I just watched the clip for this over at totalfitness, and Stacey's instruction is precise, careful, and intelligible. The adaptations she's made to the Five Rites look athletic/flexibility inspired. Anyone caved on this? Anyone with feedback on this?

08-21-10, 12:11 PM
adrien_73 Join Date: Jun 2004	Sorry I cannot comment since I have not tried this. I was tempted by the clip as well. But isn't it VERY short--like 20-30 min.? I'm not sure I can justify $25 for such a short workout.

08-21-10, 07:52 PM
kali1 Join Date: Dec 2002	It's only 20 to 30 minutes long?? That stinks. I was wanting to buy this one too

08-21-10, 09:29 PM
eam531 VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Buffalo, NY	I used to do the Five Tibetans a lot; still do, sometimes. It doesn't surprise me that this practice is so short. You can finish the Five Tibetans in about 15 minutes or even less. It's one of the things I like about it--a short, yoga-type body weight workout that hits a lot of muscle groups--great to do while traveling. I too am skeptical of the claims of the origins of the Five Tibetans, but it is an effective routine. If one has trouble figuring out the exercises from written descriptions, there are YouTube videos that demonstrate it. The Seven Steps DVD looks interesting, but honestly, I think the routine is so short that a DVD isn't really necessary. __________________ Betsy There is no way of telling people they are all walking around shining like the sun--Thomas Merton People have done all kinds of remarkable things because they thought they could. People routinely fail to do quite ordinary things because they assume they can't--Reinhard Engels Stay gold, Ponyboy--S.E. Hinton Pick up your crazy heart and give it one more try--Ryan Bingham Disclosure: I have a personal relationship with a fitness instructor who has appeared in some videos.

08-22-10, 04:32 AM
in paris Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: we're not in paris anymore, toto	Raises hand! I ordered this (along with the new Willpower & Grace and Sole Training) over a month ago and I'm still waiting for it... (Belgian mail leaves something to be desired -- which is why I am addicted to downloads.) I have tried the Five Tibetans from what info I could glean off the web and really like the idea of incorporating them into a routine to start the day off with -- 15 minutes, short and sweet. I'd prefer to have a DVD teach me proper form, though. Since I like Stacey's style, ordering this from her was a no-brainer... I normally might not order a DVD for something this short but, as I do plan to do it daily, I'd really like to make sure I'm doing it right I promise, if I ever receive it (note to self -- send email), to review it.

08-22-10, 08:02 AM
Demeris Join Date: Dec 2006	In Paris, I am now agitating about Belgian mail delivery. Let's hope it comes soon. I've done the Five Tibetans in the past and also like the short/sweet total body nature of them. It looks, from the clips and the blurb, that Stacey has put her own spin on them, and that's what I'm really interested in. Right now I have a wish list of about $200, and I'm waiting to get paid for some consulting work I did this summer. High on that list is the fitstix from Mary when she puts them on a gonga sale at the end of the month. I really hope my consulting money comes in by then AND In Paris's dvds. I might have to add this (yes, 25$ is lots of money for 15 minutes, but if I use it often, then it pays for itself in ways that my Pure Barre investment never did).

08-23-10, 03:15 AM
in paris Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: we're not in paris anymore, toto	LOL, Demeris! Today would be absolutely perfect as they have finally started construction outside my bedroom window and waking up to jackhammers just doesn't do it for me! I always thought it would be wonderful to do yoga every morning, to awaken and stretch, and get centered before the day starts... Yeah, right! I don't have the 60 minutes or so to spare... But 15? 20? That I can do! And it's short enough that I could commit to it daily... $25 is nothing for something I plan to do that much! (TA Mat remains one of my best all time purchases as I do the unweighted arm section almost every day.) Whether Stacey's take on the 5 Tibetans is that different remains to be seen. However, I really like her a lot and have had lovely communications with her. I downloaded Sole Training to help heal a very bad ankle injury and it has been fantastic. Again, possibly something I could have done on my own but having it on my computer/iPod means I do it every day and know exactly how long it's going to take... Money well spent! I can't wait ti hear what you think of Fitstix. They have been high on my lust list (I'm a sucker for anything that helps with my elbow pain, especially as I'm getting an old camera to shoot in the rain that weighs a ton!) and would love to hear more feedback... I keep on saying I will make my own but am loathe to do so as I know, somehow, those Pringles will not end up in the bin Fingers crossed you get your monies soon!

08-23-10, 07:19 AM
Lucky Star VF Supporter Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: A helluva town	Doesn't Raviana's Kundalini for Beginners & Beyond feature the 5 Tibetans also? __________________ ~ 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

08-23-10, 09:23 AM
Sarah-lara VF Supporter Join Date: May 2003	One of the discs in Maya's Courage/Creativity/Willpower set uses the Five Tibetans as an extended warm up. Made me pretty dizzy! I should build up to it rather than dive right in. __________________ Sarah