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Crunch: Yoga Body Sculpt by Bethany Lyons
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DVD Cover InformationActor: Bethany Lyons Director: Bethany Lyons Brand: Fox DVD: Region Code 1 Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language) Format: Anamorphic, Color, Dolby, DVD, Full Screen, HiFi Sound, NTSC, Surround Sound, THX, Widescreen Picture Format: 1.33:1 Running Time: 41 minutes DVD Release Date: 2008-10-07 Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated) Studio: ANCHOR BAY
Movie Reviews of Crunch: Yoga Body SculptMovie Review: Sculpting, stretching, and relaxing all in one! Summary: 5 Stars
I've honestly never done much yoga because I always thought it was a little boring, but when I decided to give it another try, I wanted a slightly easier DVD to experiment with. "Crunch: Yoga Body Sculpt" was the perfect DVD to try because it was fun, effective, and made me feel fantastic! It's led by Bethany Lyons, a dramatic yet encouraging instructor who makes the workout a lot of fun. Like most Crunch DVDs, there is a large background of backup people that are doing yoga along with Bethany, and they are not afraid to hoot and holler during the practice. This really adds to the fun factor of yoga, I felt, and made it seem less like a ritual and more like a workout. If you like yoga to be very quiet, though, you might not enjoy this aspect. One of the backup girls modifies some of the exercisers, so if you are brand new to yoga or just not feeling like pushing yourself, you can follow her slightly easier postures.
Now, you begin the workout with just some deep breaths in a seated position on the floor, some cat/cow stretches, and a modified boat pose. You then move onto flowing yoga sequences that Bethany does one time slow with you then speeds up for two more times. The first flowing set of poses is almost exactly a sun salutation, and if you don't know what that is, don't worry, you should be able to follow along by practicing and watching Bethany since she explains and demonstrates everything very well. Basically, you are required to fold down, get in push up position, and do some other basic things there. After this series, you do another flowing section that involves some of the same moves. After those, you move into a crescent section that really works your legs. This is basically a set of exercises while maintaining a lunge on your leg the entire time; it can be very tough. Finally, you finish with some stretches and a relaxing, almost-meditation part where you are lying on the floor and you are walked through a section of relaxing your body one body part at a time.
At the end of the workout, I feel relaxed yet energized, toned yet stretched. In other words, I feel great. It's a very simple, effective yoga DVD that lasts about 40 minutes and is worth every one of them. I highly recommend this to all people who enjoy yoga, because I think this DVD throws a fun spin on it that makes it very enjoyable to do.
Summary of Crunch: Yoga Body SculptWelcome to CRUNCH Fitness! We all know that yoga can reduce stress, calm the mind, and increase flexibility. But with Yoga Body Sculpt, you can also get a long, lean, and chiseled look that would make any Hollywood star jealous. Instructor Bethany Lyons will take you through a flowing series of yoga poses that are perfect for sculpting your buns and thighs, in addition to flattening your belly and strengthening your core. So if you'd like to experience what many people consider the fitness fountain of youth, grab a mat and get ready to strengthen, lengthen, and tone your body with yoga.
The Crunch Philosophy: The Crunch fitness program welcomes people from all walks of life regardless of shape, size or ability. We created a workout environment that is not competitive or judgmental. Enjoy these favorite classes with imaginative instructors in an atmosphere that makes working out fun.
Meet the Instructor: Bethany Lyons is a AFAA and Power Yoga certified instructor at CRUNCH in New York. Fitness philosophy: Everyone has the power to positively affect real change in their lives and their bodies. The three keys: show up, be present, and enjoy the moment! Favorite splurge foods: Brie and a good glass of red wine.
?Get the best lean, sculpted look cultivated in a Crunch class. Brooke Shields is a fan with this flowing series of poses. Beginners are welcome? - The Best Workout DVDS US Weekly; January 12 2009 ed.
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