Product Details

• Actors: Phil McCoy
• Format: NTSC
• Number of tapes: 1
• VHS Release Date: November 17, 2001
• Run Time: 24 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B00005S836
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #348,248 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

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32 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Foundation tool for those new to the pilates principle, December 6, 2001

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D. Ruble "vidiot" (Indiana) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Hilary Burnett's PILATES BASICS [VHS] (VHS Tape)

This is a wonderful introduction to those new to pilates. Hilary elegantly demonstrates 10 basic exercises that are simple but effective. They serve as the foundation to the pilates principles. These basic moves are particularly useful in developing a daily practice. This tape would serve as a great daily practice for intermediates as well. The setting is beautiful and enhances the mood for an effective practice. This matwork session will tone, strengthen and enhance flexibility. I highly recommend this tape, especially for beginners. Then as you progress in your practice, her Pilates Intermediate video would be the perfect enhancement. You can't go wrong with her new series! (...)

30 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Beginning, December 11, 2001

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Melanie Workhoven (Canyon Park, WA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Hilary Burnett's PILATES BASICS [VHS] (VHS Tape)

Hilary Burnett's Pilates Basics is a perfect way to begin your own Pilates discovery. I say discovery because Pilates has the most marvelous way of showing you a new sense of your own strength and elegance -- starting with your first time through this tape. And Hilary is the perfect guide. Her vocal style is soothing and encouraging at the same time. She uses clear, and evocative imagery to describe each move. You will find yourself feeling empowered right from the start. No matter what your level of fitness may be, this is a great way to get aquainted with Pilates. Not only is it fun and completely do-able for the beginner, you start to feel the positive effects right away. The basic is also a great companion piece for her Intermediate and Advanced tapes. On days when you want a lighter or shorter workout, you can do the 10 basic Pilates moves mindfully and get wonderful benefits. Like the other tapes in this series, The Bastyr chapel setting creates a feeling of sacred space. The music is uplifting and helps you keep flowing through the workout. This introduction to Pilates is a gift you really need to give yourself.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love this video!, August 14, 2002

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Lesa Berry (Wytheville, VA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Hilary Burnett's PILATES BASICS [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I am very new to Pilates, in fact, this is the first Pilates video I've ever owned. I bought this particular one because of the high reviews and I have to say that the reviews and ratings are right on target. I love this video! Pilates is very challenging but also very rewarding. I am a mother of two small children and I also work. This video fits wonderfully into my schedule. Who can't squeeze in 24 minutes while the kids are asleep? I even look forward to my next workout! I plan on buying the intermediate video once I master this one. By the way, I too love the scenery that's in this video and Hilary is a great instructor. She's very calming, yet motivating. Buy this video, you won't be sorry!