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STACEY NEMOUR's Secrets of Splits & Flexibility

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If all you want is to learn some stretching exercises and you're willing to do the routine on your own, then this video is for you (although there are books that cover many more exercises). If you're looking for a DVD to pop in and follow along with, then pass on this one.

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Stacey is an attractive woman with some exceptional skills but this DVD is not what I'd hoped for. The individual stretches are sound but this is more of a how-to-guide than an actual exercise video. She flies through the different stretches without any inclination of how long they should be held. In short I wouldn't call this an exercise video since following along is practically impossible without pausing the DVD all the time. I prefer DVDs over books because it helps keep me in the routine.

The following comments have nothing to do with the stretches in the DVD, but I'm providing it in case these issues may be important to you:
The overall production value is really low. It's basically shot on a consumer level camera (albeit with decent sound) in a living room. The transitions from one stretch to the next are distracting. It's a consistent fade-through-black transition set up, which only helps because you'll need to pause the video quite often. I only bring this up because the DVD is priced pretty high for an exercise DVD. If this were half the price like other DVDs (that usually have better production value) I wouldn't even mention it.
Stacey also has beautiful hair, but she should have put it up in a bun, or a pony tail at the least. It often blanketed her body and this issue coupled with some poor camera angles made for some guess work as to proper positioning and such. Imagine a wig draped over a pretzel. To note she has a million dollar smile and freakishly thin waistline (I know, that part is absolutely useless but I had to point it out ;)

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This last part is for the producers and Stacey herself (hoping she reads these reviews):
It's a super long shot but I wish you would redo this video. I'd buy it because it's a great routine that's very close to being exactly what inflexible people are looking for. Involve three other people (beginner to advanced), and complete the video continuously as an actual routine. This would give you the opportunity to walk around to the different people pointing out proper form, counting out time, and such. It's the coaching element that I think is missing. I hope you can understand how important this is for people who are so much less flexible and want a DVD to follow along with.

After reading all of the reviews on this video, I bought it and couldn't wait to get it. It was nothing like I was expecting. I expected some sort of routine with longer stretches,(something similar to the Tamilee Total Stretch video but a little more difficult) not just quick demonstrations. I am not extremely flexible at all and really wanted something to help me out. I hate the fact that I have to pause after every single part of the demonstration to do the stretch longer on my own. I'm very disappointed.

Stacey Nemour's "Secrets of Splits & Flexibility" is totally great! These exercises truly work! No matter what age you are and the sport(s) or physical activities you engage in, this DVD will help you perform and feel better. I've been struggling to improve the flexibility of my hamstrings: Stacey demonstrated some excellent stretches especially for hamstrings. And, by gully, they work like magic! So, if you are struggling in order to do front or side splits, this DVD will help you reach your goal(s) too. There's a lot of other videos out there on the market; however, this value-packed and information-loaded DVD will save you a lot of trouble, decision-making, money and training time, period. Thank you, Stacey Nemour!!

First, a little background of me and why I purchased this video. I used to be competitive martial artist, and then a b-boy, I let my training slip when life got in the way, it has been about 5 years since my peak fitness level. I have finally had the chance and motivation to get back to the gym but wanted a guide to help my lack of flexibility, and also to learn some new stretches.

This DVD by Stacey Nemour was EXACTLY what I hoped for, and pretty much what it is advertised for. Her guide to splits and becoming more flexible. I have found some great techniques she teaches and following the stretches in the sequence she teaches has been awesome. It has helped my lower back and hips with getting rid of discomfort. It has gotten me more flexible and I love.

She is fast showing each technique, but she does state to not just do it once. I don't know why there are bad reviews on here saying it isn't a work out. It is to teach techniques, it says NOTHING about being a workout video. If you are looking for a work out DVD, learn how to read first, then shop on Amazon.

If you are looking for a video to teach you techniques for gaining flexibility, I would highly recommend this video. It has taught me alot of cool ways to get the most out of stretching.

The exercises presented on this DVD are really good. I practice Chinese martial arts for near ten years now but I was never able to reach the full split. I wasn't able either to find a set of exercises that work deeply all the key areas. This is it! And the best is that I feel really good after training it, which is an extra motivation to keep a regular practice. It has also taken the stiffness I felt in the knees and legs after my kung fu training (even with the flexibility exercises I was doing to avoid it), I believe it is also improving circulation in my legs. Very good indeed.

I truly bought this DVD on a whim, not really knowing what to expect but I was ready to try anything to since I desperately needed to get my flexibility back for my dance classes. I'm very glad I got this DVD. Stacey, the beautiful and talented instructor, really works you! I stretched muscles I never knew even existed and did stretches I never even done before. What I personally like to do is hold the stretches a little longer than Stacey does for a bigger effect. Love this DVD, I've done it twice a day for the past 4 days and have seen results.

I was greatly disappointed with the quality and length of the DVD. It really seemed amatuerish and just wasn't very informative.

My lower body flexibility was horrible! I started using this video and it has already made a difference after just a few sessions. I still have a long way to go but if feels great to already notice a difference.

I would highly recommend this DVD to anyone who is interested in increasing their flexibilty. Stacey's DVD meets you wherever you are. From the inflexible novice to the most flexible athlete. Her warm and friendly personality shines through guiding you every step of the way.
Iris-New Jersey

This video is exactly what it says it is - a video that shows you stretches for flexibility (and learning to do the splits)... I've been doing the stretches for a little over two weeks now, and am already seeing a BIG difference in my body. Ms. Nemour, you definitely know what you're about. Hope to be 'to the floor' for the first time in my life by Valentine's/ St. Patrick's (or maybe even sooner!) Thank you SO much for making this... in my books, it's worth every cent.