Pilates: Abs Workout
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Actor: Ana Cab?nBrand: GAIAM AMERICAS
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD-Video, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 30 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2004-05-04
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Living Arts
Movie Reviews of Pilates: Abs Workout
Movie Review: Ana Caban is a pilates GODDESS!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a VERY challening pilates routine. While Caban doesn't add any new exercises to target the abs, she does focus on those traditional mat exercises that are the most ab intensive. She also does more reps on some of them. For example, the Series of 5 (which consists of the Single Leg Stretch, Double Leg Stretch, Single Straight Leg Stretch, Double Straight Leg Stretch, and Criss-Cross) is normally done with 5-8 reps per exercise. Caban does 10 (and she does them SLOWLY! particularly the Double Straight Leg Stretch and Criss-Cross). She also does open/closed leg rocker 5 times each (I believe it's is traditionally done 3 times each). Also, her general pace is slow and often makes you hold your legs in the air between moves while she talks. This slower pace makes even basic moves very challenging. Caban also adds variations on many exercises to make them even more challenging. On top of that, she does all of this with perfect form and a serene facial expression!
There are a few odd choices made, in my opinion. For example, she only does 3 reps of the neck pull (compared to the traditional 5) and 2 of the Spine Twist (instead of the traditional 4). The only exercise I miss (and can't understand why she omits it) is the Spine Stretch Forward. This move feels SOOOO good (particularly after the series of 5) and does work the abs somewhat. I also think that, for an abs video, she could bump up the teasers a bit. She does three teaser 3s (arms and legs together) and on the last teaser, she adds arm circles. Don't get me wrong, these are challenging as it is (especially when you go directly into the hip circles), but I love the teasers and would have loved a full set (the traditional advanced method is teaser 1, teaser 2, then teaser 3, 3 reps each).
In the end, this is a great over all core routine. While I wish she had added a few more exercises, what she does offer is still incredibly challenging. I've been doing this DVD for months and still finding it difficult and rewarding. You will not be disappointed with this one.
Summary of Pilates: Abs Workout
The strong and lean Pilates body is based in the powerhouse the deep woven layers of the abdominal and lower back muscles. The Pilates system of exercise empowers you to stand confidently and move gracefully through your life by grounding your movements in the strong core of your body. Set on Maui Hawaii the Pilates Abs Workout helps you slim and strengthen the ab muscles at the same time. Certified Pilates instructor Ana Cab n takes you through a sequence of highly efficient and challenging exercises focusing on form and precise movement. A modified version is also demonstrated for those with limited flexibility and strength. The regular practice of Pilates helps you strengthen your body s center of power and create a sleek streamlined look you will love! The Complete 25-minute Workout Includes: Warm-up Exercises to stimulate circulation and articulate the spine Challenging Mat Exercises to condition the powerhouse and buttocks Cool-down Stretches to allow muscles to rest and recover A vigorous workout for anyone wanting firmer abdominals fast! Props Recommended: Pilates Mat System Requirements:Running Time 25 Mins.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: HEALTH/FITNESS Rating: NR UPC: 029956104303 Manufacturer No: 121-1498Special Interests DVD Video
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