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Bryan Kest: Advanced Yoga (CD & Booklet)

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I am well acquainted with the videos and DVD's of Bryan Kest and he is one of my favorite yoga teachers. His style is very warm and relaxing, not uptight. He concentrates in this CD on the breathing first and foremost, then the poses, stressing that you should follow what your own body needs and can do. That said, this is a really good, intense workout that makes muscles sore that you didn't even know that you had. I am not usually one to do ninety minutes of working out on a regular basis, but the time goes fast in this workout. None of the poses are especially difficult to do, although there are a few that I did in the modified format. Advanced power yoga refers, as Bryan says, to your body awareness. I am aware of mine - it is still sore! (but in a good way!) The workout leaves you relaxed yet invigorated and I feel that I can concentrate easier on the poses in this audio only format where I am not distracted with someone else's form. Another interesting aside is that this CD recording is of an actual class - you can hear Bryan interacting with the students, helping with poses, you can even hear the bus go by outside once or twice! It feels as if you are there ---and I find that his narrative is comforting, but also humorous sometimes and helps break up any tension you might be feeling going into the pose. A welcome Workout to anyone's collection.
Namaste.

Yes, new places are cooking! I thought I was in good shape until I tried this one! I never did so many chaturangas in one class! Yes, my muscles are sore also!

The fact that there is no music on this CD did throw me at first, but I got used to it. Also, Brian's voice is not as soothing and melodious as Shiva Rea's or Rodney Yee's but he is quite entertaining! I also like the fact that he brings the true practice of Yoga to us in a down to earth way.

In short, I loved every minute of it!

This a a great CD and booklet to have in your collection if you are an intermediate to advanced student. I really like to use it together with my practice at the studio. I quite like Bryan Kest's style of teaching because he is honest about what you have to do to achieve the routine. He's very motivating for me, despite what others have said in their reviews. I wish he'd come out with more of these sets, and I'd probably buy them all if they were at this advanced level. Bryan Kest does not have a typically soothing, meditative voice, yet he brings home the meaning behind the asana: keep the focus on your breath, even during the tough poses.

My only complaint is that the CD abruptly ends, and yet there is only 15 minutes on the second CD. There is plenty of room for a nice meditation/relaxation sequence at the end of this, and I feel that its something that really SHOULD be done after investing 90 minutes in this routine. One can do it on their own, but why not have him fully complete the practice?

I am a stay at home mom that does not always have the time to make it to my yoga class. I have all of Bryan Kest's DVD's and wanted a longer class...this is it! It makes me feel as if I am in class not having to watch a DVD. Kest has a unique style very different from other yoga instructors, this style is one I embrace. New places are cooking and I look forward to using this everyday. If you are ready for the next level, I highly recommend this CD!

Coming out of cumulative injuries of over 30 years of running and cycling, I have developed my Yoga practice over the last 6 years, while utilizing several instructor-guided programs. During this time, I have used 4 of Bryan Kest's programs, starting with his 3-part Power Yoga video. His audio programs are my favorite (recorded during actual classes), since experience eventually makes photos/video unnecessary; his descriptions of asanas throughout each program/class are excellent reminders of the poses. If I may add, Bryan's voice is quite relaxing throughout most of each presentation.

Yes, Mr. Kest has his "own way" of presenting his instructions, however I am easily able to get past these moments, for they do provide one with further insights into the human element of a Yoga practice. Bryan emphasizes the importance of maintaining proper breathing, while holding a smile on one's face. He and his manner tend to "grow" on one after a while.

Thank you, Bryan Kest, for your years of dedication to Yoga practice and to promoting the healing principles of the Life process.

Peace.

While the general flow of the yoga exercises is good, I just could not get past his voice, which I found irritating. I also found most of his interjected comments or random thoughts to be silly and distracting. I donated the book and CD to charity.

This is a great workout for yoga students who want a challenging at-home workout. I practice in a studio with an instructor who was trained by Baron Baptiste. I use this CD set with a space heater and it's just like practicing at the studio.

I have Bryan's other DVD and love it. This CD and booklet are very helpful, but sometimes I just don't have 90 minutes for yoga. I watch the shorter DVD practices more. However, after I'm done with this advanced yoga I feel completely at peace. It's intense and wonderful!

As far as home yoga workouts go, this is a great one. It is a great workout, but keeps with the spirit of yoga. I am a Bryan Kest fan - so this was another addition of his to my collection. He has a great, no pressure style, and it great about reminding us to breath...something that can disappear fast during some of the more challeging sections.
Definitely worth adding to your home yoga CD rotation.

He lost me with Downward Facing "Doggy". It got worse with his use of the word "fricken". Then I couldn't take any more when he started talking about making love to his lover. All the while I'm having to listen to his irritating lisp. Terrible CD! Doesn't move along at all, boring!