Epicurus.com - New York City Ballet: The Complete Workout, Vol. 1 and 2

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Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1 Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated) Binding: DVD Brand: UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP DISTRIBUTION EAN: 0660200314828 Format: Color Label: Palm Pictures / Umvd Manufacturer: Palm Pictures / Umvd Number Of Discs: 2 Number Of Items: 2 Publisher: Palm Pictures / Umvd Region Code: 1 Release Date: 2006-11-07 Running Time: 210 Studio: Palm Pictures / Umvd Theatrical Release Date: 2006
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Editorial Reviews: A deluxe edition DVD set comprised of the best-selling fitness videos New York City Ballet Workout Volume 1 and 2. The videos are designed to help you develop the strength grace and poise of a dancer. An excellent alternative to fast paced high-energy workout routines this unique exercise program balances art life and fitness into the perfect workout for any age or fitness level. Whether you love ballet or are simply searching for an alternative workout regimen designed to produce a strong graceful body this program will deliver exceptional results.System Requirements:Run Time: 120 minutesFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: HEALTH/FITNESS Rating: NR UPC: 660200314828 Manufacturer No: PALMDV3148
Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: Surprisingly good workout! Comment: I took ballet for a couple of years as a child but now as an adult am struggling to find more active activities than sewing. I don't like aerobics or running because of the high impact nature of the sports, and I have trouble breathing while doing those. I was pleasingly surprised by this dvd (I've only done the first one so far), at how much of a workout is possible with simple, low impact movements. I was breathing harder after a few of the exercises and could feel my muscles working hard. It was also nice to have that connection with gracefulness, rather than just a sports workout. The music is enjoyable and it doesn't take too long to get the hang of the ballet moves. I highly recommend this dvd! Customer Rating: Summary: Excellent workout Comment: Having no dance experience at all, this was hard to keep up with at first. I prefer to use workout 2 and customize my routine as I please. Some of the moves may require you to hold on to the back of a chair (unless you have the luxury of a barre in your home). I feel calm and graceful when I've completed my workout. You need space to move, but the room does not need to be huge; I am able to do my workout in my bedroom, which isn't large at all. The music and narration is soothing, but make no mistake about the quality of the workout - you will find yourself sweating, and you will feel muscles you weren't fully aware of before. Customer Rating: Summary: Great Workout Comment: These NYCB DVD's are wonderful workouts. I have been dancing my whole life and now that I'm older, these are perfect for me since they do not involve a lot of pounding movement a la aerobics but strengthen and stretch the muscles themselves. I feel like I'm back in my old ballet days Particularly enjoyable if you have had formal training Customer Rating: Summary: How could you not like it? Comment: I really enjoy these two workout videos. I was mild-moderately in shape before starting these videos and it really provided the extra boost I needed as far as toning is concerned. It works all the major muscle groups and provides a bit of cardio. What I particularly like is the fact that the exercises are very safe and with their instruction there is very little risk of injury. The first video is a bit more dated than the second but that is of little importance. I feel this is good for any level. You do not need to know a thing about ballet to figure it out (I certainly don't) and you don't have to be at a certain fitness level to reap the benefits of these exercises. The stretches are fabulous and keep the body limber. PS: I convinced my husband to try them as well, who is a Taekwondo instructor and he too felt the exercises were great! Customer Rating: Summary: wonderful wonderful Comment: I have taken ballet for many years and have also taught. I have moved and have few classes any where close to the area. I am older but try to keep my ballet body going so I alternate with David Howard and , Dmitri Roudnev. These tapes fit right in and I so agree with the reviewer who said your body feels like a paint brush with the music and exercises in the routine. As anyone who has taken ballet for many years knows, a tendu can be a workout in itself if done correctly. It is a beautiful DVD. More Reviews