Product Details

• Actors: Rodney Yee
• Directors: Steve Adams
• Format: Closed-captioned, Color, DVD, NTSC
• Language: English
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
• Number of discs: 1
• Rating: NR (Not Rated)
• Studio: Gaiam
• DVD Release Date: October 12, 2004
• Run Time: 30 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (35 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B00029QOTA
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #4,524 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)

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Editorial Reviews

Product Description
Sculpt sleeker, leaner abs with a workout that¹s more efficient, satisfying and inspiring than situps or other one-dimensional abs workout techniques. Abs Yoga shows you how mind-body workouts and using the weight of your body can reshape your torso and leave you feeling centered and revitalized ‹ so you¹ll be more likely to do this workout often, and more satisfied with your results.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

52 of 53 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A different kind of abs workout--no crunches necessary!, May 24, 2005

By	Beth Cholette "doctor_beth" (Upstate NY USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 10 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

This video was my very first introduction to yoga; I had absolutely NO experience with yoga prior to trying this practice. Although it doesn't involve many traditional yoga poses, the exercises flow together in a way that is unique to yoga. In fact, when I used the video for the first time, I wasn't quite sure when the warm-up ended and the "real" workout began--the transition was that smooth and gentle.

The workout begins in a seated position and focuses on breathing, then moves on to hands and knees for a back stretch (Cat pose). The majority of the workout is performed lying on your back, where you will do simple yet challenging leg extensions and twists to target the abdominal area. After a quick rise to a standing position, the workout returns to the floor to end with lying relaxation poses.

Although the moves become gradually more difficult, I think that most beginners will be able to perform the majority of this workout. I definitely believe that this workout has helped me to develop stronger abs). Rodney Yee is a wonderful instructor--he has a calming voice, his instructions are clear and precise, and he is not overly "new age-y." I would definitely recommend this video for anyone looking to thoroughly exercise their abdominals without doing crunches for a change.

18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great place to begin getting in shape!, March 18, 2006

By	January "Peace" (OK United States) - See all my reviews

This is not just good for those new to yoga, but those just beginning to get in shape as well. After my c-sections I would not exercise my abs for several months, despite an okay from doctors. When I finally felt comfortable enough to start working them again, this is where I started. My entire core was weak, and it was more than challenging, although easy to stick with as the poses are mostly seated. He gently guides you through proper breathing during the exercises, and it really helps you to keep going. Once it no longer challenges you it is time to move on to a workout not intended for beginners.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best, February 16, 2007

By	T. Edwards (Southern Shores, NC) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is one of the best yoga videos I've ever done. I've taken a few classes and used several videos, but this was my first and remains one of the best. It doesn't use a lot of typical yoga poses, but the "feel" of yoga is definitely there. It's great for beginners or even intermediates - which I consider myself. You will definitely have sore abs after your first time using it, but it's not boring like doing tons of crunches. The breathing and relaxation techniques at the beginning and end are great, also. You get to start slowly, build to the toughest moves, then wind down and relax at the end. Highly recommended.