If you're looking for a classic Pilates matwork tape, this isn't that.What it is, though, is a superb combination of Kundalini yoga rolling back exercises, the main Pilates abdominal exercises, and a Pilates side-lying leg series with ending-yoga-stretch-combination that will kick, well, something.So, if you approach this with the idea that it's a Pilates-and-other-disciplines-class, it's beautiful.It begins with the Pilates roll-up, repeated with stretching forward, like a dance class or a Kundalini yoga class.It moves into side stretches, and bridge pose with many, many variations of the leg extensions.Continuing with Pilates abdominal exercises repeated with a lot of flowing breath and circular arm additions, it moves into a long Pilates side-lying leg series, followed by yoga leg stretches.It ends with Pilates Rolling Like a Ball, and downward dog with the legs extended into the air, Pilates Swan with the arms circling, and then a final hip stretch and standing prayer pose.
Who would have trouble with this:There are no modifications.You need to be aware of the limitations of your back, neck, and wrists, because a fair amount of stress is put on each at points in some of the exercise.You should also have some idea of basic yoga and Pilates form to protect your neck and back.
(However, if you're strong and kinesthetically intuitive, you can probably get away with doing this right out of the box.Just be aware that it's doing more of a number on your neck than you think it is, unless you're really careful to keep your stomach pulled in on the abdominal exercises.)
As a bonus at the end, there is a song from Sting's more recent repertoire. I left the DVD to play while I was writing the review, and right now there is an incredibly beautiful early music version of "Message in a Bottle" playing.
(For reference, I taught Pilates professionally for seven years.)
Highly recommended.
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For Trudie Styler--actress, producer, environmental activist and wife of rock star Sting--Pilates has been the perfect solution to maintaining strength and vitality. A collaborative effort between Trudie Styler and fitness guru James D'Silva, "Core Strength Pilates" is a complete head-to-toe workout.
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