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Yoga Journal's Yoga for Flexibility (Beginner's Practice) [VHS]
 
 

Yoga Journal's Yoga for Flexibility (Beginner's Practice) [VHS] (1992)

Starring: Patricia Walden Rating: NR (Not Rated) Format: VHS Tape
3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (24 customer reviews)


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Product Details

  • Actors: Patricia Walden
  • Format: Color, NTSC
  • Language: English
  • Rating: NR (Not Rated)
  • Number of tapes: 1
  • Studio: Gaiam
  • VHS Release Date: June 13, 2000
  • Run Time: 95 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: 6302481872
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #13,979 in Video (See Bestsellers in Video)

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    #3 in  Video > Special Interests > Yoga > By Instructor > Patricia Walden
    #10 in  Video > Special Interests > Yoga > Yoga Studios > Yoga Journal
    #42 in  Video > Fitness > Stretching

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Yoga Journal's more advanced offering of yoga stretching exercises presents two routines for flexibility: back stretches and front stretches. Each routine begins with a short warm up, though if one is not already well practiced in yoga stretching techniques, not to mention already flexible, some of these stretches should not be attempted. Even the so-called "moderate" poses for those with less strength and flexibility are difficult to achieve. Patricia Walden encourages the viewer to practice often and work toward the stretching goals, and conscientiously demonstrates the stretches in a methodical manner. The principles of balance and strength in all parts of the body (achieved by practicing both front and back stretches) is a lofty goal for many, but one to work toward in small increments. The two distinct routines in this video are conveniently presented separately so that they can be combined or practiced alternately. (If you're not already on your way to yogic flexibility, in the beginning you may be sitting out a good part of this video.) The production value, like the other Yoga Journal offerings, is consistently good and even. Certain stretches require props such as yoga blocks, but chairs and phone books are a good substitute for the home user. --Gilia Angell

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36 of 37 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars If you're not already flexible, don't bother, February 20, 2000
By Chris Theimer (Bellevue, WA) - See all my reviews
I found this tape particularly frustrating. It emphasizes backbends and nothing else. If you're trying to get overall flexibility(including your arms and legs), it's inadequate. Worse yet, if you've never been able to do a backbend, even as a child, you'll feel incompetant in no time.

If you want a good series (a) for more overall flexibility, and (b) with less intimidation, check out the Linda Arkin series.

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent video, but not for beginners, May 27, 1999
By A Customer
This tape was a wise investment for me. I am 47 and although the poses are challenging, they are all achievable. I have been doing some of them in a YMCA yoga class for about a year, but have found my attendance dropping off as it didn't fit my schedule too well. Having that small amount of practice was enough to encourage me to try Patricia Walden's workouts on Yoga Practice for Flexibility, and I have found them to be very beneficial. I would highly recommend it to anyone with an interest in maintaining and/or increasing flexibility.
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Tough and not for beginners, but excellent., July 7, 1999
By A Customer
I agree with some of the other reviews that this tape is for more advanced yoga students. It takes a lot of arm and leg strength, not to mention flexibility going in to repeat and hold backbends like she does. But if you are already on the road to being limber or have some good yoga time behind you, this is a tape with 2 very tough sessions that address flexibility as well as spinal health.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars Challanging and you won't outgrow the workout easily
I've had this video for like the last 9 years and it has now become the only yoga video I use after trying 5 other videos that were lame. Read more
Published 5 months ago by fangoria face

2.0 out of 5 stars Madmike
The DVD had two sessions - backbends and forward bends. Some of the poses in the forward bends session are very difficult. Read more
Published 11 months ago by MadMike

5.0 out of 5 stars Not for the short of breath!
Distraught after wearing out my VHS copy of this workout...I was pleased to find it here @ Amazon.com!

When I started this workout I thought "Yeah right! Read more
Published 22 months ago by J. Alvarez

5.0 out of 5 stars My first Yoga DVD
Watching Patricia Walden in the amazing introduction gave me goosebumps. I was a little scared that she was going to make me try it with her. Read more
Published on May 24, 2007 by Mary Bryant

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
This tape has more depth than any other tape in this genre. Yes, it is challenging, but so is life. Read more
Published on March 3, 2007 by T. Wheeler

4.0 out of 5 stars Not for beginners!!!!
I am glad to see that the dvd is not touted as a beginners workout like the vhs was. I also really do not recommend practicing yoga without taking classes, if classes are not... Read more
Published on February 4, 2006 by Ara Lyman-gregg

5.0 out of 5 stars a great video for dancers and skaters!
I got this tape out of the library last week, and liked it so much I'm buying it! This is the perfect tape if you're already in very good shape (have a strong back and are... Read more
Published on October 7, 2004 by E. Aversa

4.0 out of 5 stars Get Flexible, but feel challanged
This is definitely a challanging video (and only the second session seems like a beginners practise to me)- but, it has become one of my favorites. Read more
Published on March 24, 2004 by Lizzie R

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Yoga Video
This is truly one of the best Yoga videos I have seen.

I like Patricia Walden, ever since I have been practicing
PM Yoga for Beginners daily. Read more

Published on February 18, 2004

1.0 out of 5 stars Not for Beginners, or anyone else
Attempting difficult poses, even modified versions, is a sure-fire way to discourage beginners from the practice, or make them feel inadequate, which is not what Yoga should... Read more
Published on November 22, 2002 by Bundita

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