Customer Reviews

Perfect in Ten: Stretch - 10-minute workouts

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My mom who is over 70 and I (age 50) tried out this DVD with the aim to become more flexible because we were both so out-of-shape. WOW! May I again say WOW! Not only could we both do most all of the stretches, but we began to see results within only a few sessions! Plus, it's a great de-stresser! Flexibility and strength continue to grow as we have committed to continue this indefinitely. We have become confident enough to even add aerobics... You can pick your present physical condition and start with only one of the several 10-minute routines. Who doesn't haven't 10 minutes a day? The leader makes it easy and is quite encouraging. I am so very pleased! Try it for yourself. No matter how long it's been since you exercised, you can start with this DVD and then later use it as a warm-up or cool-down. With the emphasis on weight-training and aerobics, we must not forget to stretch for flexibility!

I know I need to stretch. My body tells me so from the aches in my neck and shoulders, to the pains in my hips, knees, and feet. Most stretches rely on yoga-type poses. I don't really like yoga. I just wanted good, basic athletic type stretches that I could work into, and not have to feel like a pretzel or have some mystical experience.

This DVD was for me. The are five 10 minute segments, so you can do as little as 10 minutes, or more if needed:

Upper Body, Back & Hips (my personal favorite all over stretch)
Hips and legs (another good one for runners & walkers)
Sedentary lifestyle (for those stuck behind a computer, or with neck and upper back issues)
Sports Stretch (designed for golfers or racquet sports players. I like it since I have shoulder and carpal tunnel issues)
Intense Stretch which is, you guessed it, based on yoga.

Annette Fletcher cues well, encourages deep breathing, and "letting the stretch happen." She has a pleasant voice and is not annoying or screeching (Denise Austin). My flexibility has improved and so have the pains in my hips and knees. You don't think this is doing that much for you, until you stop doing it!

I use this DVD after more strenuous workouts, after my 3 mile brisk walk, or when my neck and shoulders feel tight after a crappy day at work and I just need to unwind myself before I curl into a little ball of stress.
I have given this DVD as gifts to others who also need a good basic stretch program. I highly recommend this DVD and instructor, especially if you are not a yogini.

Most of my life I have worked out, and yes, it can become boring predictable and monotonous.Here is a good, short variety, one for each day of the week, so you dont feel guilty about not working out. Choose your workout for the day, depending on your mood or need, moderate to intense stretching and stress-relieving. I use this program as an alternate to my usual lengthy workout when I am traveling. All you really need is a chair,a wall, and yourself! Very well explained, the instructor is very down to earth and connects well as a partner in exercise. Just enough yoga and stretching to get you feeling as if you had done a full workout.

This really is a "perfect" stretch DVD. The instructor knows of what she speaks and there is nothing pompous or irritating about her or the workouts. The entire DVD is focused and calming. I like to do these stretches in the afternoon because my energy level is lower.... A perfect warm up or just by itself. I don't think you have to look any further to find a wonderful, intelligent stretch routine....Thanks, I appreciate it !!

These are perfect stretches to do after a good workout. They can be combined to make a workout good for releasing built up tension and to promote relaxation. I like the insturctor and felt she does a good job of directing the movements.

This is a good DVD showing good techniques. I would give it a five-star if the instructor wasn't flying through each exercise. You're supposed to get a good stretch by staying 20 seconds in the same position. But that would go against the way the DVD was marketed: Perfect in 10 minutes. The DVD should really be called "Perfect in 20". I have memorized the stretches and now stretch without the DVD.

I immediately worked through the whole exercise when I received the dvd. I had sore shoulders from doing some heavy work in the garden and after the exercise my shoulders were not sore anymore.
I cannot reach my toes yet but my girlfriend assures me that this will get better with every exercise.
An excellent dvd.

I really like this stretch DVD. The instructor is very pleasant with no fancy music or props. Just what I like. These stretches are basic but work amazingly well. I think she holds the stretches just the right amount of time and the pace is perfect - not too fast or slow. Good for beginners, athletes, and anyone looking for a good overall stretch that isn't too difficult. The DVD is broken up in five 10 minute stretch routines. You can play all of them for a really great 50 minute stretch workout, or pick only a few for a shorter workout. Number 5 workout, is the most challenging stretch that brings a little bit of yoga into the routine. I do this DVD twice a week in the morning before I start my day, but could be done in the evening right before bed. It's nice and relaxing. I recommend this to people who want a not too difficult, overall body, stretch routine. I just wish there were more stretch routines on this DVD because it's that good!

This DVD demonstrates the elegance of true mastery. It is simple, effective, progressive and gentle. I've tried dozens of these and if I could have only one, this would be it!

The short routines and focus on stretching for different activities is what got me to by this DVD. I've only had a few weeks but I can already see that it's a great addition to my collection. I've just started doing yoga and it is amazing. This won't replace my yoga, but I like that the instructor has combined sports stretching with some poses from yoga, Pilates and dance to come up with an interesting and effective stretching program.