Product Details

• Actors: Sara Holliday
• Directors: Sara Holliday
• Format: NTSC
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Number of discs: 1
• Studio: outdoors
• DVD Release Date: March 20, 2006
• Run Time: 35 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B000FNB7S6
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #43,234 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

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The Bottom Line This quiet, soothing video is a great choice for pregnant women who want a total body yoga routine that increases flexibility and releases tension. The workout is short and easy to follow and the movements range from dynamic, heat-building postures to static moves that soothe, stretch and relax. This is a great choice for all fitness levels. Pros - The workout is well-designed, focusing on strength, flexibility and relaxation - Both dynamic and static postures are included to target different areas of fitness Cons - None Description - A 35-minute yoga workout specifically designed for women in their second trimester. - The postures include modified standing and floor moves to provide a safe, effective workout. - The workout emphasizes important elements of pregnancy like remaining strong, flexible and relaxed. Guide Review - Sara Holliday's Prenatal Yoga - Second Trimester Sara Holliday's second prenatal video, for women in their second trimester of pregnancy, is even better than her first prenatal video. The setting is beautiful, with a lake, lush green grass and a clear blue sky as a backdrop. There's no music, just the sound of birds singing as you begin with a relaxing warm up of slow, steady breathing. After several minutes, you move into standing warm up postures that include arm circles, side bends for flexibility and abdominal strength, and sunflowers and plie squats to build heat and strength in the legs. After the warm up you move into other standing poses, many of which have been modified using blocks such as forward folds, lunges, pyramid pose and triangle pose. The workout ends with floor moves like cat stretch, a quadruped exercise to strengthen the core and soothing stretches for the entire body. What makes this workout a favorite of mine is its well-choreographed mix of dynamic moves repeated several times and static moves you hold for several breaths. By moving between the different types of movement, you work on b --About.com

The second trimester is often the most comfortable phase of pregnancy. Mom's belly isn't too big, her hormones have adjusted to pregnancy somewhat so she has more energy and morning sickness tends to lessen. It's the ideal time for working out. Sara Holliday has created the perfect yoga routine that will not only help moms-to-be keep their energy levels up at this time but also prepare their bodies for the hard work of labor - all done in an invigorating yet gentle and relaxing way. Sara, herself, is in her second trimester with her second baby. She knows from experience with her first pregnancy and delivery how beneficial yoga is for moms-to-be. As she does this 34 minute workout with you, Sara explains how the moves and poses can help relieve tension and prepare your body for labor. Done regularly, you will become stronger, and you will relax your body and calm your mind as you flow from one pose to the next. A fit body and mind is invaluable during pregnancy. Sara Holliday helps expectant moms achieve this goal with this workout. The benefits of yoga workouts during pregnancy include: - Increased strength and flexibility - Increased muscle tone - Breathing exercises - Stress relief - Less pain and in many cases, an easier labor Sara has also released yoga workouts for the first and third trimesters as well. Quiet your mind and strengthen your second trimester body with Sara Holliday's Prenatal Yoga - Second Trimester. The workout is also perfect for first trimester momsThe only equipment you need is a mat and two yoga blocks. - Maribeth Doerr for Storknet.com --Storknet.com

Product Description

Feel and look great in the middle of your journey to motherhood as you exercise with fitness and health teacher Sara Holliday's Prenatal Yoga: Second Trimester DVD. Renowned fitness teacher and licensed Marriage-Family Therapist Sara Holliday has drawn upon her extensive training in teaching yoga to design a prenatal yoga class specifically designed for your second trimester. During the second trimester, many expectant mothers are adjusting to their newly changing bodies and images of themselves due to intermediate pregnancy. In this revolutionary prenatal yoga class, Sara Holliday helps guide moms-to-be with safe and effective postures and poses that help decrease common pains and discomfort caused by pregnancy, increase muscle tone and strength, improve flexibility, and provide for an overall feeling of well-being. Sara Holliday's yoga class helps women take time to nurture themselves and strike a balance between their busy lives while connecting with their babies inside. Safe and gentle exercise during pregnancy may lead to an increased sense of well-being. Taking the time to do prenatal yoga can help pregnant moms stay fit, feel good about their changing bodies, prepare for a smoother labor and delivery experience, and make it easier to shed pregnancy pounds after the baby is born. Prenatal Yoga may have the following benefits. This 35 minute yoga class is specifically designed for the second trimester of pregnancy. The class provides expectant mothers with healthy and gentle exercise during the middle of pregnancy. It allows busy moms-to-be to fit in exercise at their convenience without being tied down to class schedules. The class helps maintain strength and stamina while increasing muscle tone, strength, and flexibility. It eases common pregnancy aches and pains, decreases stress and muscle tension, and teaches pregnant women calming deep breathing techniques. The class helps busy moms-to-be nurture themselves during pregnancy, creates a deeper

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic prenatal yoga routine, January 5, 2007

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C.L.M. (ID United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sara Holliday's Prenatal Yoga: Second Trimester DVD (DVD)

I began practicing yoga several months before the conception of my first child and have been a faithful yoga follower ever since. I was disappointed during my first pregnancy when I switched from my intense power yoga routine at about 4 months into my pregnancy to the Shiva Rea prenatal yoga routine. There was no comparison. I was not challenged and lost most of the strength I had acquired in the months before. I'm 4 1/2 months into my second pregnancy now and was looking for something more challenging; something that would help me retain and build the strength I need to carry and deliver this baby while being safe and comfortable. I popped Sara's routine into the DVD player last night for the first time and was surprised that my muscles were even fatigued after some of the poses! It was a short enough routine that my 2 year old was able to entertain herself (mostly by watching me) while I practiced. It immediately relieved the back pain I've been starting to have and made me feel more energetic, flexible, and stronger than I have in weeks. If you are looking to stay fit during your pregnancy, I highly recommend trying this workout.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Toning Before, After and During Pregnancy, June 22, 2006

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Summer Frost - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Sara Holliday's Prenatal Yoga: Second Trimester DVD (DVD)

I am not yet pregnant but wanted to get my body in the best shape possible in preparation. I found the postures and stretches easy to accomplish and the workout relaxing and refreshing. I do work up a sweat doing this yoga workout and feel great afterward. The background scenery is very peaceful and tranquil. I would recommend this workout to any woman, pregnant or not.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Not Enjoyable at all, June 14, 2007

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Angela B. (Connecticut) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sara Holliday's Prenatal Yoga: Second Trimester DVD (DVD)

I have many workout videos and bought three for pregnancy. This one I would not recommend. It is not a comfortable enjoyable workout, you are upside down most of the time and when you are pregnant that is not a good position and it makes it hard to enjoy the workout. Also my new DVD came with Sara's voice going at a high rate of speed, it is weird and annoying. I would however, recommend Leisa Hart's Fit Mama prenatal workout for fun salsa dancing cardio and yoga segments as well as stretches and relaxation. And Quick Fix Pre Natal workout, which is three 10 minute workouts, so you can do them anytime, even when you don't have much time or energy!