Best and Worst of 2019 - Page 2

yogapam · 11-14-19, 12:01 PM

Best purchase....headstand bench for $20

Can’t say I have a worst. I did buy a number of downloads this year, but I’ve really narrowed down what works for me.

sherry7899 · 11-14-19, 12:13 PM

Is it sad/unusual that I can't even remember what I bought this year? I think the only dvds I remember buying are Misty Tripoli. I need to look through my Amazon account. I don't think I ordered from Mary at all this year, or anywhere else.

Sherry

mtngoat · 11-14-19, 12:47 PM

I have been ill and under financial constraints* this year, so have bought very little. I subscribed to Cathe Live for a few months which was a huge WIN!

eta: I also ordered Cathe's new step workouts.

* Dental, optical, and prescriptions are not covered by our socialized health care system in Canada. My prescription is also not covered under private insurance (medical cannabis) and is VERY expensive. Doctor's visits, tests and surgeries are 'free', but frequently in such an untimely manner as to be rendered useless.

Sorry for the (controlled) rant. Someone close to me was just diagnosed with stage 1 pancreatic cancer. He paid for his own MRIs or he would not even have a diagnosis for several more weeks. Now he has to wait 1-2 months for surgery. Who knows what stage by that time. But hey-it's 'free'!

Kathy G · 11-14-19, 03:52 PM

Best:
Cathe Live!
iFit Subscription to use with my iFit enabled treadmill
Cathe LITE
Beachbody On Demand (21 Day Fix Real Time)

Worst:
Cubii Jr. (which I bought as a QVC TSV and it's still in the box!)

I bought it for work and I just need to put it together to bring with me one day!

https://www.amazon.com/Cubii-Jr-Elli...edC_3407741_11

JackieB · 11-14-19, 05:12 PM

I've really enjoyed my Ellen Barrett streaming membership. I also have a basic Barre3 membership....I am trying to decide if I'd upgrade if they offered a Black Friday deal.

Of course, I still love my ETV but sure wish they'd offer new content

.

I did buy a Gaia membership last Black Friday...didn't get much use from it. But I wouldn't call it "worst".

yogapam · 11-14-19, 05:45 PM

I should add that my Black Friday streaming subscription deals to Movement for Modern Life & Gaia are great & I’ve used both a lot. I always love my Essentrics TV subscription too, just wish they’d give a yearly discount like most other sites do. Streaming works out so well for me as I travel a lot.

cataddict · 11-14-19, 07:00 PM

Best is my current love affair with Cathe Live. I'm pretty fickle, so hopefully it will last.

Worst is probably my purchase of Margaret Richards DVDs. I didn't spend a lot, but there are still one or two of the 4 I purchased that I haven't opened yet. And of course because of my best, listed above, it may be awhile until I do.

Malinda · 11-14-19, 07:12 PM

Best: This pull-up/dip bar. We bought it before it was available on Amazon so the shipping cost was atrocious, but it was totally worth it.

https://www.amazon.com/PULLUP-DIP-Po.../dp/B079XVFQZN

A close runner-up is BBOD, which I still love after 3 years. Three rounds of LIIFT4, the chance to try out so many other programs, and not having to fool with the DVDs for the programs I already own, make it golden to me.

I don't have a worst. I didn't buy much this year.

DebnPhx · 11-14-19, 09:04 PM

Best were the Gaian annual subscription. I’ve used that a shocking amount! I also discovered Callanetics online and love that. Last but not least are my Ballet Beautifuls, especially Backstage on the Mat. I’ve been doing at least a section of that a night.

Worst...oh Margaret. I wish I could get into those 10 DVDs I bought for $59. But not only are they still in the wrapper, they’re still in the MAILER!

cherimac · 11-14-19, 09:07 PM

Best: streaming subscriptions to Pilates Nest and The Balanced Life.

Don’t have a worst because this was it for me.

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11-14-19, 12:01 PM
yogapam VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: West coast of Canada, eh. ;)	Best purchase....headstand bench for $20 Can’t say I have a worst. I did buy a number of downloads this year, but I’ve really narrowed down what works for me. __________________ **~Pam~** Certified Level 4 Essentrics Instructor - March 2021 Hatha YTT - 2011 Your body keeps an accurate journal regardless of what you write down..... "Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live." Jim Rohn "It’s not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives, but what we do consistently.” - Tony Robbins Check out my Instagram account, @fitness.ficti0n.inspirati0n

11-14-19, 12:13 PM
sherry7899 Join Date: Jun 2003	Is it sad/unusual that I can't even remember what I bought this year? I think the only dvds I remember buying are Misty Tripoli. I need to look through my Amazon account. I don't think I ordered from Mary at all this year, or anywhere else. Sherry __________________ "Say you are tired and you will be. Believe you are strong and you are." (Sean O'Malley) The cat in my avatar is my sweetheart named Bonkers

11-14-19, 12:47 PM
mtngoat Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Alberta, Canada	I have been ill and under financial constraints* this year, so have bought very little. I subscribed to Cathe Live for a few months which was a huge WIN! eta: I also ordered Cathe's new step workouts. * Dental, optical, and prescriptions are not covered by our socialized health care system in Canada. My prescription is also not covered under private insurance (medical cannabis) and is VERY expensive. Doctor's visits, tests and surgeries are 'free', but frequently in such an untimely manner as to be rendered useless. Sorry for the (controlled) rant. Someone close to me was just diagnosed with stage 1 pancreatic cancer. He paid for his own MRIs or he would not even have a diagnosis for several more weeks. Now he has to wait 1-2 months for surgery. Who knows what stage by that time. But hey-it's 'free'! __________________ Lori Lacey (trying to convince Brent to take a Pilates class): C'mon Brent, don't you want to unify your mind and body? Brent: Nah. I'm not gonna put all my eggs in one basket. Corner Gas Season1 Episode 3 "Pilates Twist"

11-14-19, 03:52 PM
Kathy G VF Supporter Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: USA	Best: Cathe Live! iFit Subscription to use with my iFit enabled treadmill Cathe LITE Beachbody On Demand (21 Day Fix Real Time) Worst: Cubii Jr. (which I bought as a QVC TSV and it's still in the box!) I bought it for work and I just need to put it together to bring with me one day! https://www.amazon.com/Cubii-Jr-Elli...edC_3407741_11 __________________ Completed Races: (4) 50 milers (2) 42 milers (1) 50k (10) Marathons (2) 20 milers (3) 25k’s (16) Half Marathons (1) 20k (6) 10 milers (1) 15k

11-14-19, 05:12 PM
JackieB VF Supporter Join Date: May 2005 Location: Minnesota	I've really enjoyed my Ellen Barrett streaming membership. I also have a basic Barre3 membership....I am trying to decide if I'd upgrade if they offered a Black Friday deal. Of course, I still love my ETV but sure wish they'd offer new content . I did buy a Gaia membership last Black Friday...didn't get much use from it. But I wouldn't call it "worst". __________________ 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

11-14-19, 05:45 PM
yogapam VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: West coast of Canada, eh. ;)	I should add that my Black Friday streaming subscription deals to Movement for Modern Life & Gaia are great & I’ve used both a lot. I always love my Essentrics TV subscription too, just wish they’d give a yearly discount like most other sites do. Streaming works out so well for me as I travel a lot. __________________ **~Pam~** Certified Level 4 Essentrics Instructor - March 2021 Hatha YTT - 2011 Your body keeps an accurate journal regardless of what you write down..... "Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live." Jim Rohn "It’s not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives, but what we do consistently.” - Tony Robbins Check out my Instagram account, @fitness.ficti0n.inspirati0n

11-14-19, 07:00 PM
cataddict VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2006	Best is my current love affair with Cathe Live. I'm pretty fickle, so hopefully it will last. Worst is probably my purchase of Margaret Richards DVDs. I didn't spend a lot, but there are still one or two of the 4 I purchased that I haven't opened yet. And of course because of my best, listed above, it may be awhile until I do.

11-14-19, 07:12 PM
Malinda Join Date: Feb 2009	Best: This pull-up/dip bar. We bought it before it was available on Amazon so the shipping cost was atrocious, but it was totally worth it. https://www.amazon.com/PULLUP-DIP-Po.../dp/B079XVFQZN A close runner-up is BBOD, which I still love after 3 years. Three rounds of LIIFT4, the chance to try out so many other programs, and not having to fool with the DVDs for the programs I already own, make it golden to me. I don't have a worst. I didn't buy much this year. __________________ Transformation is a current activity, not a future event. -- Jillian Michaels

11-14-19, 09:04 PM
DebnPhx VF Supporter Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Phoenix, AZ	Best were the Gaian annual subscription. I’ve used that a shocking amount! I also discovered Callanetics online and love that. Last but not least are my Ballet Beautifuls, especially Backstage on the Mat. I’ve been doing at least a section of that a night. Worst...oh Margaret. I wish I could get into those 10 DVDs I bought for $59. But not only are they still in the wrapper, they’re still in the MAILER!

11-14-19, 09:07 PM
cherimac Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Georgia	Best: streaming subscriptions to Pilates Nest and The Balanced Life. Don’t have a worst because this was it for me. __________________ Cheri