Crunch - Burn & Firm Pilates
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Movie Reviews of Crunch - Burn & Firm Pilates
Movie Review: Fantastic!
Summary: 5 Stars
After giving birth to my baby, I actually gained weight during nursing.I am also hypothyroid, so that didn't help. I would go to the gym regularly, but when I started going back to the office, juggling work and home got hectic, and I found it harder and harder to get dressed, drive,go to the gym,etc. The world of DVD workouts (though considered "cheap" by a lot of my friends) is fantastic for a busy work-outside-the-home mom like me. This way, I come home, can wear whatever I like, workout , shower, and not waste additional time outside the home.This DVD is my favorite workout. I did not lose weight at first, but my husband noticed my thighs, butt got firmer. I am on my first month since I started this DVD, and I have gotten more toned.
It's not super challenging, but you will get very toned.If you workout heavily in a gym, this may be a walk in the park for you. But for me, I usually ran, and did some weight training once in a while, and this was a good workout for me, and fun too. Not boring like in the gym
This is definitely one of my favorite workouts
Movie Review: An effective and well produced workout
Summary: 5 Stars
After doing this workout, I have to re-think the ratings I have given (or thought about giving) other videos. This one is by far my favorite.
The first thing that I really noticed and really like about this one is the consistancy and the excellent cueing by Ellen. There are basically a few different sets of moves that she modifies and repeats throughout the video. This makes it very easy to pick up on what she is doing and to keep up with her. I don't like videos where I feel like a fool just trying to figure out what steps they are doing!!
Another thing about this workout is that it is very effective. I mean, I get done with this one and my legs are really burning. It definitely feels more like cardio than a traditional pilates exercise.
Other good things are that the music flows with the moves, the additional people with Ellen are in time, and the total length of the video feels just right.
I can't really come up with anything bad to say about this. I guess that is why it deserves 5 stars!!
Movie Review: I love this workout
Summary: 5 Stars
I love this workout for a number of reasons:
1. Ellen Barrett is excellent at leading the workout.
2. I have avoided traditional Pilates because I really enjoy something with a little more of an aerobic style - this constant moving routine using weights and Pilates inspired moves makes this possible.
3. At the same time, as I get older, I want less "jumpy" style aerobics - this routine also makes this possible.
4. By the end of this routine I have broken out in a full blown sweat.
5. When I first started doing this routine I too thought it was repetitive, however, the more I did it - the stronger I got and now the segments fly by - although still remain challenging - and I actually look forward to this workout.
6. And lastly, using this workout alone for the past 2 months (at least 4x a week - more if my schedule permits) and improving my diet, I have completely toned and reshaped my body.
I highly recommend buying this DVD - Just do it!
Movie Review: Excellent DVD
Summary: 5 Stars
I also have three of Ellen's Crunch Pilates DVD. All are excellent. This particular DVD keeps me moving - I never get bored. The participants on the DVD are not all "hard bodies" - they are "everyday" women which for me, is easier to watch. The music is uplifting, fast moving - and Ellen is easy to understand and follow.
I like the addition of hand-weights. This is a new spin on pilates. My arms and legs really felt the burn. If you do not like squats or if you enjoy a slower, calmer pilates style - this may not be your favorite...however, it is definitely one of my favorites because I keep a great pace and I can feel the muscles stretch and move without having a high-impact workout.
The mat work was shorter than her other DVD's, however, I substitute a segment from her "Pick Your Spot Pilates" DVD if I feel I want to continue mat work.
Ellen is definitely my favorite instructor. I look forward to any more pilates DVD's she releases in the future.
I highly recommend this DVD!
Movie Review: Great DVD!
Summary: 5 Stars
I don't attend a gym, so I rely a lot on workout DVDs. This DVD seems to be one of the only ones I keep coming back too. The instructor is phenomenal. She explains the movements well and has a soft, friendly, encouraging tone. The workout definitely raises my heart rate and keeps me sweating until the final Pilates matwork segment, which is short but thorough. The DVD is effective because the cardio portion focuses on legs and arms, while the matwork is great for abs. Afterwards, I feel like I have had an effective workout for my whole body. This program is great for beginners, and if you're more advanced, use heavier weights and you will definitely feel a difference. The DVD does contain a lot of lunges and plies, so this may not be great for those with bad knees. Also, if you're looking for a more traditional Pilates matwork routine, this may not be what you're looking for either, as this DVD is more dance-inspired. All in all, a great blend of cardio and Pilates. I definitely recommend this!