Prana Power Yoga

Rating:
Summary: relaxed and invigorated
Review: Each time I do the Prana Power Yoga video, I seem to enjoy it more. I have found it to be an amazing introduction to Power Yoga. I have only been doing power yoga for 6 months (and I am self-taught), so I have found Taylor's instruction on all of the poses most helpful. Her video is very comprehensive. She has included quite a few poses that my other dvd's haven't and she has a nice spiritual bent to hers. I am now a marathon runner and this dvd leaves me feeling relaxed and invigorated. The abdominbal section is wonderful! More challenging than the others that I have. The Prana Power Yoga dvd would be a great resource for anyone interested in starting/improving their power yoga practice.

Rating:
Summary: A great flow
Review: I was not impressed with this video. I found it difficult to understand what the instructor was saying, I feel she is speaking to fast at times when switching positions. The camera is focused on her and at times you do not see the poses being performed.

Perhaps those who been doing yoga for some time would find this a better paced video.

Rating:
Summary: Not impressed
Review: I was not impressed with this video. I found it difficult to understand what the instructor was saying, I feel she is speaking to fast at times when switching positions. The camera is focused on her and at times you do not see the poses being performed.

Perhaps those who been doing yoga for some time would find this a better paced video.

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Summary: Engaging, energizing and fun yoga practice
Review: This DVD has been a great addition to my home exercise routine. I am somewhat new to power yoga and have been delighted to see that, not only do I feel more flexible and relaxed after each practice, I also feel like I got a real workout. I was able to pick up the basics of the flow in just one session and Taylor does a great job of pointing out how to modify the postures to accommodate special needs (bad lower back, etc.) I particularly like Taylor's emphasis on the mental aspects of yoga practice, as opposed to focusing on every little technical detail of the poses. My other yoga tapes spend so much time focusing on where to put your foot, etc. that I get distracted from the actual flow of the practice. I would highly recommend this DVD to folks interested in beginning/improving their power yoga practice or simply adding a new option to their home exercise routine.

Rating:
Summary: great yoga instruction
Review: This DVD simply provides wonderful yoga instruction. Taylor, the instructor, very clearly leads the viewer through the routine which is a fairly vigorrous and fun workout. Taylor, however, really teaches the yoga student about the more spiritual aspects of yoga. The video seems professionally produced and is not "cheesy", like some yoga videos. I highly recommned the DVD for both new students and experienced yogis.

Rating:
Summary: great yoga instruction
Review: This DVD simply provides wonderful yoga instruction. Taylor, the instructor, very clearly leads the viewer through the routine which is a fairly vigorrous and fun workout. Taylor, however, really teaches the yoga student about the more spiritual aspects of yoga. The video seems professionally produced and is not "cheesy", like some yoga videos. I highly recommned the DVD for both new students and experienced yogis.

Rating:
Summary: A great flow
Review: This video introduces you to Taylor's smooth and seamless flow, and to her positive, "you can do it too" attitude. If you are experienced with yoga practice and, especially if you don't live near the Boston area and can't make it into her studio, it is worth owning Taylor's first video. The sequence that she has developed is beautiful- you will love the feel of the poses rolling into and out of each other; it is an athletic, cathartic dance. The video workout is also suitable for beginners because of Taylor's easy to follow instructions and modifications. Having done many yoga videos at home, one of the things I find difficult is the lack of reminders to breathe- when breath is actually central to yoga. This is precisely what makes The Prana Power Yoga tape a standout from the others: Taylor's consistent queuing for the breath. You will find yourself actually coming up with ways to get your workout in rather than coming up with excuses on how to get out of it!