Product Details

• Actors: Larry Payne
• Directors: Larry Payne
• Format: Color, NTSC
• Number of tapes: 1
• VHS Release Date: July 1, 1999
• Run Time: 23 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• ASIN: 0962718572
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #538,825 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

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This 23-minute yoga program is specifically designed for the prevention of lower-back problems. The instructor is Larry Payne, coauthor of Yoga for Dummies. First he has you lie on your back and concentrate on breathing. Then, still lying on your back, he leads you through a series of easy movements that stretch and remove tension from the lower back. Next you roll over and lie on your stomach, continuing with easy back releasers such as the cobra, locust, and child's pose. Final stretches are done lying on your back again. The whole routine is very gentle--no contortions, no "take it to the limit," just mild stretching. If you have low-back tension at the end of the day, or if your job keeps you in one position, this video would be pleasant to use when you get home, and it's short enough to fit into busy schedules. Note: this program is not for people with acute back pain--be sure your physician clears you for stretching. --Joan Price

Product Description

Hosted by Larry Payne, Ph.D., co-author of Yoga for Dummies, this video synthesizes 18 years of research with thousands of Dr. Payne's lower back patients. User Friendly Yoga for the Lower Back shows you the safest lower back routines, with special emphasis upon breathing and sequencing. Great for those suffering from back pain, or as a way to prevent lower back problems.

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Relaxing, but a little too simple, September 20, 2000

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"downfast" (Reno, NV USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: User Friendly Back Yoga [VHS] (VHS Tape)

Larry Payne does a great job of leading the exercises and explaining the poses. His voice is calm and relaxing. The relaxation pose at the end is as good as any live yoga class I've ever taken. However, I found the number of poses to be too limited. I have minor back problems, but exercise and stretch frequently. Since I've done yoga before, I found this tape to be VERY basic, and probably meant for someone who's never done yoga before. Less flexible folks will definitely find it useful. It is a good introduction to yoga and its wonderful benefits.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended!, September 21, 2003

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This review is from: User Friendly Back Yoga [VHS] (VHS Tape)

I love this video. It is clear, gentle, instructive and respectful. It is not about the instructor "showing off" or moving fast and fancy; it is about showing the poses and breathing and encouraging the student through the gentle methods. Great teacher and great video. I agree that it will probably be most attractive for beginners or for those needing to return to a more gentle practice. It would also be appealing as a regular relaxation practice as well. This is a recommended tape from this yoga student.

5.0 out of 5 stars User Friendly back yoga is a treat for the body and the soul, May 10, 2001

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lisa (tx) - See all my reviews

This review is from: User Friendly Back Yoga [VHS] (VHS Tape)

This yoga video benefits your body as well as your soul.Dr.Larry Payne uses his skill in asana practice as well as his talent to make you feel peaceful.I highly recommend it to my yoga students.