Will someone who is horribly out of shape be able to do this video?
1509633
I agree with the other posts. The intro shows someone less flexible doing the techniques and the instructor gives excellent coaching on where and what you should be feeling. It is a long DVD but it really loosens your muscles. I am not flexible at all and have found it to help me increase my flexibility and feel better.
1509634
Probably not. I found that this is a little bit of a workout in holding poses and the techniques the ask you to use. However, I just skipped what I couldn't do. I am very inflexible, but I do workout and have quite a bit of strength.
1509635
Hi Barbara, This workout is low impact and will change your body as well as your life! The suggestions made by the others before are spot on and I concur whole hardheartedly! Donna Flag runs you through a highly thoughtful and productive stretching session that has to be experienced to be fully appreciated (and she is easy on the eyes and has a soothing yet commanding voice). You can only win with this workout; go for it!!!
1509636
In my opinion, yes. There is a short section at the start of the video which explicitly shows the differences in practice between very flexible people and those with a much smaller range of motion. The main workout also has two examples to follow, depending on your ability. Also, there are frequent demonstrations of what a good stretch will look like if you're very inflexible a given muscle group. Best of all, Donba's technique gives you a lot if physical cues so that you'll be able to feel when you're doing a stretch correctly. I hope it does you good :-)
1509637
Hi Barbara, if you are out of shape, don't worry about it. I reviewed the dvd this am and found that many of the exercises are on the mat. It is relatively slow moving so you won't hurt anything. Whatever level you are improvement is what counts.
1509638
Absolutely. You just start slowly and stretch to where you can without straining. Just relax in the positions and let your body weight stretch you comfortably. Don't push yourself. Go slowly and you will see the progress happening. Try to hold each exercise in a relaxed, kind of rag doll feeling. The stretch happens when you can relax while holding the stretch, no matter how far you can go. Again, don't push yourself. You may need a pillow under your hips if your back feels strained while sitting on the floor. Hope this helps. Kathryn
1390654
My wife and I both have. height and a stable platform are important considerations. In some cases it would be wise to consult a medical expert before beginning exercise programs of any type.
851095
Possible but would be challenging. Have done them occasionally but very carefully
1297018
It just takes practice....and plenty of patience. I am no expert but you can genarate a body rthymn, hips twist, bend legs and shoulders and once it all comes together in sync you should be able to do it.....good luck
1509404
possibly, just depends on condition. Check out youtube videos. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jagk5-HjopIHope this helps.
1669334
If you're pretty out of shape it's prefect for starting. If you're able to sustain moderate intensity for about 20-30min then I'd recommend something more challenging
273310
No question. It has a lot of flexibility. I would expect no issues with that exercise.
381495
If user might be extra petite, weak or frail, I could see the 22lb being very difficult to get started moving and keep moving.
184447
I don't think so, you need the use of your legs here, just bending over will not give you the same results.
430238
If you can watch this video on uTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HXJFSOJR2o8
1912027
Depending on your fitness level. This video provides low intensity movements for beginners along with the routine. Heads up the one hand blurpies. My overall opinion, this video is for the moderate/advance exercise enthusiast.
1794539
Yes. It is pretty difficult and time consuming. It will take a couple tried but have patience. Watch the Youtube vidoes...FIRST
1950708
This DVD is the last in the series. It's level 3, and harder. If you're already in shape it should be fine. It's my favorite. If you're just starting out I would start with the basic set, which is the one you're talking about. There is also a level 2 set with two DVDs. Enjoy!
1940069
I believe it to be stable enough for two, but the challenge would be to balance yourselves to stay in it. Be sure to record the attempts it could be humorous to watch the replay.
495004
I don't know but you might want to go to you tube someone may have video. Good luck
994646
tosses and turns would challenging. probably ok as long as its not violently.
2126466
No ideaBut I can lift, and move it from place to place. And I am not in great shape myself....