Crunch - Fat Burning Pilates

Rating:
Summary: Not really worth it
Review: It does get your heart pumping, but I felt that the cardio took up too much of the video, and got very repeatitive at times. I liked the pilates mat section, as short as it was, she used a lot of moves that I hadn't seen in other videos. ALl in all, I'd give it a "so so", I would spend my money on a better one though.

Rating:
Summary: Fun and Energizing Workout
Review: This is a really fun workout the entire running time is about 45 minutes but it doesn't feel like it. The instructor is friendly and supportive and she has another women who shows you how to modify moves if you find them too difficult. It is a standing pilates tape so don't expect it to be all mat work, though there is a 15 minute mat work segment at the end. This tape is really great because you feel the results after a few workouts. I noticed that after a few sessions with Ellen that the tape the moves become easier and I don't find myself out of breath as often. I think is a great tape for people of all excercise levels but if you don't have good knees just get a mat work tape because there is a lot of lunges and squats.

Rating:
Summary: Challenging but won't leave you breathless
Review: I liked the approach of this video: an emphasis on length and toning that does work your muscles. Clearly if you want an intense cardio workout this isn't it, but you can get some cardio benefit while targeting all your muscles - the key is to really focus on holding the center of your body tight and upright, making strong controlled movements. Ellen Barrett is an excellent instructor, resulting in a video that is good for all fitness levels and a nice way to add variety to your exercise routine