Product Details

• Actors: Suzanne Bowen
• Producers: Ruah Mind Body Movement
• Format: HD DVD, Color, Full Screen
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Number of discs: 1
• Rated: Unrated
• Studio: Ruah Mind Body Movement
• Run Time: 59 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (86 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B001TC8PNM
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,388 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

STRONG, STRETCHED AND CENTERED "This sweat-inducing workout is designed for moms-to-be who want to stay in tip-top shape during pregnancy. The cleverly designed Pilates routine features nonimpact, standing moves that lead directly to challenging floor work. A bonus postnatal Pilates mat workout focuses on strengthening and toning abs after baby." -FitPregnancy

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

45 of 45 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wanting to stay fit while pregnant- MUST BUY THIS WORK OUT!, February 20, 2009

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Jamie Galloway (PA USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Suzanne Bowen's Long and Lean Prenatal Workout (DVD)

I'm 7 months pregnant, and highly recommend Suzanne Bowen's Long and Lean Prenatal Work Out (even if you are not pregnant). Finally, a prenatal dvd that actually tones the body without jerking!! You definitely "feel the burn," without feeling like you're hurting the baby.
My favorite section is the stretching. It totally relaxes and stretches out my pregnancy hip aches. The music is meditative and inspiring. I feel totally de-stressed and focused on loving my baby and body.
Another plus, a hidden surprise, there's a postnatal work out. Also, I love that I can do the work out with just the music, which helps me focus even more.
I couldn't get through the rest of my pregnancy without this! I get people commenting on how fit I am at 7 months. Preggo's you must get this DVD!!

26 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great pregnancy workout!, April 20, 2009

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M. Doetsch - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Suzanne Bowen's Long and Lean Prenatal Workout (DVD)

I am 8 weeks into my first pregnancy and was a moderate exerciser before conceiving. I'm not a fitness buff (in fact, I was in the process of trying to lose a good amount of weight before becoming pregnant) but I am pretty good at being consistent with exercise. I have always been a fan of The Firm videos because they have kept me fairly toned over the last few years. After becoming pregnant I decided these workouts were a little too "bouncy" in parts to be used for a prenatal workout so I began searching for a true prenatal workout dvd. I am so glad that I purchased the Long and Lean Prenatal Workout from Suzanne Bowen and Leah Sarago! It is definitely challenging but you have full freedom to perform the exercises at your own level and pace. What's great about it is that the movements you are doing are very controlled and somewhat slow, helping you to remain balanced but also helping you to build up your balance ability (which is very important for pregnant women). You can choose to do the three segments of the workout separately or all together as one workout. If you are a beginner, just realize that you have the freedom to stop, start and workout at your own pace. Just challenge yourself to do a little bit more each time and you will definitely see improvement. I think that any motivated pregnant woman would find this prenatal workout both gratifying and strengthening.

28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Workout, April 13, 2010

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T. Horn - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Suzanne Bowen's Long and Lean Prenatal Workout (DVD)

I decided on this dvd based on other reviews. I'm satisfied with it for the most part (can't speak for the post natal portion yet), but there's a few things I wish I would have known.

In the video Suzanne looks like she's in her second trimester, which is right where I'm at as well. However, once I get into my third trimester I'm going to wish she was there too so I could see if some of this stuff is modified for the growing belly. However, Suzanne is really good about mentioning modifications while exercising, so I don't feel that this is going to be a problem.

The video starts off with standing floor work. She manages to get the heart rate going without overdoing things. However, I wish I would have known how much squat work is in this portion of the video, I have bad knees and this part is often painfully shaky for me. Aside from the squat work (which I modify), the standing floor work is a very good workout for the legs and even the arms in some parts. I'm not in very good shape and I'm by far no yoga expert (one class in college), but at the end of this section of the dvd I usually feel sweaty but not exhausted. It's satisfying.

Then the dvd moves into the floor work. This portion isn't as "get you sweating" as the standing work, but it definitely keeps the heart rate up and works out the muscles. She starts off with "vacuum abs," or cow something-or-other as I knew it in college, then moves right into push ups, leg lifts, and ab work without resorting to being on the back. If it weren't for the push ups (I've never liked those) then this would be my favorite portion of the video.

The stretching and relaxation portion is actually pretty important, or else you'll be sore and tight the next day. It feels great and by the time I'm finished I feel refreshed, relaxed, and ready to take on the rest of the day. The music is relaxing through the video and Suzanne makes it pretty clear what you're aiming for as far as position and which muscle to work.

Overall I'd say this is worth the money. I don't dread turning it on and I feel wonderful after completing the workout. And my hips don't hurt anymore afterward, that's a big bonus for me!