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Summary: The video in my collection I do most often....
Review: This video was my introduction into yoga, what a great place to start. If you are looking for a strenuous video than this isn't
what you want. But I highly recommend this to people who are
new to yoga, or those more experienced who want a really soothing and relaxing video. Sara Ivanhoe is a great instructor, she isn't intimidating in the least, does a good
job of explaining the postures as well as emphasizing the importance of breathing.
You start out with breathing where Sara explains how to breathe, etc. Then you move into a vinyasa, which is a flowing series of
postures coordinated with the breath. It gets you familiar with
some of the terminology. Then you move into some simple postures
that stretch you out nicely. Some of the poses are a little tricky, the tree pose is a balancing posture that I always have
trouble with but I am getting better. There is also a nice shoulder stretch which isn't easy, then you finish out with
runners lunge (stretch), then into some forward bends once
with legs together, and then in a straddle position. My flexibility continues to improve with the forward bends.
Then it's on to the final relaxation pose.
All in all, a great video. Perfect for someone like me, and
this video will do just as Sara says, leave you relaxed and
rejuvenated.
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Summary: title and cover misleading
Review: this was a very relaxing video, but i found the title and cover to be misleading. the set was VERY bright (well-lit)--although there were candles scattered around, they seemed to be for decoration rather than light. i was expecting darkened surroundings (flickering candlelight, etc.) but it wasn't how it turned out. on the whole, it was a good yoga session though (not strenous, about 40 min. long), good for relaxing, and as a bonus there's a 15 minute "wake up" routine to do in the mornings.
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Summary: Relaxing Yoga for the Evening
Review: This workout is visually stunning. Fuchsia mats have been spread around a wood floor in a room filled with vanilla candles. The candles are on the floor, up on stands, simply everywhere! The curtains flow gently between brick walls and in the background you can see an opaque glass window. Sara is wearing a beautiful blue top while everyone in the room is also wearing colors of equal beauty. Imagine violet, lime green, lemon yellow, orange and powdery blue. This workout reminds me of yoga in a temple. There is a spirituality about the entire workout that is different than the outdoor workouts or more strenuous vinyasa type workouts. This video tends to encourage you to relax more and look inward to encourage your inner beauty. The purpose of this workout is to teach you to relax at will. Halfway through the workout, I was ready to just climb into bed and sleep blissfully until morning. The music and candlelight allows the tension to drain from your body as you breathe deeply. The instructor has been doing yoga for a long time and she says learning to relax at will allows you to be in control of your energy. With Sara Ivanhoe giving you gentle instruction, you can stretch your way into tranquility. I loved her instruction, it was calming and you can see her inner beauty, calm and love for yoga. Some of the poses include: cat pose, arch curl, side stretch, downward dog, sitting twists, tree pose, butterfly stretch. You won't have to worry about doing the Chaturanga or anything that is stressful, fast or complicated. These poses melt the body into sleep and must have been chosen to release tension and improve balance and flexibility. You will need a sticky mat, a towel and a cushion. A strap can be used to help you move further into some of the poses. If you enjoy this workout, you might also want to take a look at MTV Yoga with Kristin Mc Gee, Ali MacGraw Yoga Mind and Body or Bed Top Yoga, which is a tape. A Gentle Yoga Routine for the evening before drifting off to sleep. A definite "must-have" yoga video for your collection. ~TheRebeccaReview.com
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Summary: Love this video!
Review: Though Candlelight Yoga may be geared more toward beginners, it definitely provides a great routine for relaxation and stretching. The instructor is clear with her directions and seems to be knowledgable on the subject. I feel she holds all stretches and poses long enough to get a decent stretch. She also touches on breathing techniques. Overall a very good video, and I'm very happy I bought it.
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Summary: Bed-time Yoga
Review: When considering this video, I'd have to say it is visually stunning. Fuchsia mats have been spread around a wood floor in a room filled with vanilla candles. The candles are on the floor, up on stands, simply everywhere! The curtains flow gently between brick walls and in the background you can see an opaque glass window. Sara is wearing a beautiful blue top while everyone in the room is also wearing colors of equal beauty. Imagine violet, lime green, lemon yellow, orange and powdery blue. This workout reminds me of yoga in a temple. There is a spirituality about the entire workout that is different than the outdoor workouts or more strenuous vinyasa type workouts. This video tends to encourage you to relax more and look inward to encourage your inner beauty. The purpose of this workout is to teach you to relax at will. Halfway through the workout, I was ready to just climb into bed and sleep blissfully until morning. The music and candlelight allows the tension to drain from your body as you breathe deeply. The instructor has been doing yoga for a long time and she says learning to relax at will allows you to be in control of your energy. With Sara Ivanhoe giving you gentle instruction, you can stretch your way into tranquility. I loved her instruction, it was calming and you can see her inner beauty, calm and love for yoga. Some of the poses include: cat pose, arch curl, side stretch, downward dog, sitting twists, tree pose, butterfly stretch. You won't have to worry about doing the Chaturanga or anything that is stressful, fast or complicated. These poses melt the body into sleep and must have been chosen to release tension and improve balance and flexibility. You will need a sticky mat, a towel and a cushion. A strap can be used to help you
move further into some of the poses. If you enjoy this workout, you might also want to take a look at MTV Yoga with Kristin Mc Gee, Ali MacGraw Yoga Mind and Body or Bed Top Yoga, which is a tape. A Gentle Yoga Routine for the evening before drifting off to sleep. A definite "must-have" yoga video for your collection. ~TheRebeccaReview.com
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