Product Details

• Actors: Jennifer Kries
• Format: Color, NTSC
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Number of tapes: 1
• Studio: Parade Video
• VHS Release Date: May 18, 1999
• Run Time: 60 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (36 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B00000IXOG
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #88,750 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Customer Reviews

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39 of 40 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I didn't know video workouts could be like this!, November 28, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: The Method - Pilates Target Specifics: Abs, Arms, Hips, Thighs [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I've always been an outdoor, run/walk/bike type exerciser. I bought this video because sometimes it's too late/dark/nasty out for this kind of workout. I LOVE this tape. In fact, I'm buying it for my best friend. So far as I know, she doesn't use exercise videos at all, but I bet this one will make her reconsider. The video uses light arm weights and no actual stomach crunches. Nonetheless, it's a great workout for the arms (especially the classical ballet standing exercises) and the abs (every part of this video includes work for the abs). The music is performed by a bunch of bongo (?) playing drummers, and the rhythm really seeps into the exercise. I always feel great doing this video, although the first time through, I had some trouble following the cue-ing. It works your muscles in a long, lean direction and encourages good posture and balance. I'm serious: I don't even like exercise videos, but I love this one and have used it at least twice a week for the last 2 months.

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Effective from head to toe, September 3, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Method - Pilates Target Specifics: Abs, Arms, Hips, Thighs [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I use five of The Method videos, and this is probably my favorite, along with Precision Sculpting. I love the fact that it's broken into four fifteen-minute segments; it's physically and psychologically easier than a continuous fifty-minute workout. Each segment leaves me feeling toned, and I have seen the results in the shape of my legs and arms. Even on days that I don't want to exercise, I can get motivated for this one. I tell myself I only have to do one segment. However, I usually keep going the whole hour for a total body workout. If you already use The Method "Precision Series" videos, this is like Precision Toning or Sculpting "Lite," due to the short segments and variety of body parts being worked. I had already used Precision Toning, Sculpting and Yoga, and this is like a combination of some of the moves used in all three, in condensed form. While the arm segment can definitely be embraced by beginners, the other three segments may take a slightly higher degree of fitness. Also, be aware that people who like a lot of high-energy encouragement and/or music may feel cheated on this one. It's mellow and quiet. I cannot rave enough about Jennifer Kries; why can't all fitness instructors be like her? Overall, a fantastic, efficient tape for intermediate-level workout.

22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars good workout, but not for beginners, August 8, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Method - Pilates Target Specifics: Abs, Arms, Hips, Thighs [VHS] (VHS Tape)

Like other customers who have reviewed this tape, I purchased this video after trying (and loving) Precision Toning. The workouts are quick, concise and challenging. Each workout contains methods found in classical ballet, pilates and yoga.

This video provides a complete workout, or a quick workout for specific areas. However, I do not recommend this video for those who are beginners, those who wish to try out the Pilates method, or those who haven't at least done Precision Toning (or Toning Essentials). Jennifer is a wonderful and encouraging instructor, but she struggles in this video. The background drumming threatens to drown her out, and she often shouts to be heard.

Her efforts to keep each workout short means she loses the instruction that is so important with these kinds of movements. She moves quickly through the routines and rarely stops explain a move that can be damaging if done incorrectly. Without the knowledge gained from first using the other tapes, I would have been lost with this tape.

Overall, another great tape in the Method series. I look forward to purchasing future Pilates/Method tapes.