( 6 reviews )
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Posted: Feb 10 2009
I've been a yoga and pilates fanatic practically since I took my first step. I had a yoga book from years back that taught me everything I could possibly need (it was the one written by Raquel Welch), but I could never find the perfect Pilates book. I actually had a pile of magazine articles and pictures torn from Prevention and Shape. Talk about an awkward, sloppy workout! Then one of my favorite exercise and fitness experts, Denise Austin, created a Pilates book. As I thumbed through the impressive book, I knew I didn't need any of my magazine articles anymore. This is an exceptional instructional book for anyone interested in Pilates - it teaches you each vital move, as well as telling you why it is so vital. Whether you're interested in losing weight, toning up, or just staying fit - Denise Austin's Pilates for Every Body is the one book you'll ever need. It was everything I'd hoped for and more. As a bonus, you can't look at Denise's pictures without smiling. Her smile could light up an entire gymnasium.
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Posted: Mar 12 2007
This is another wonderful Denise Austin workout. I began doing this Pilates DVD over four years ago and still do it. When I do this DVD three times per week, I can really see a difference in the length and tone of my body. My posture is better. I just look overall lean and fit. It is always challenging. She is a great instructor and that really makes this DVD worthwhile. The only downfall to this DVD is that it is a little long so sometimes I avoid doing it because of that but when I do it, I am always glad I did. A lot of the moves I incorporate into my everyday life when I just want to stretch. It is great.
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( 9 of 9 found this review helpful ) Posted: Oct 21 2004
I started using this book in June 2004. I am 41 years of age and wanted to tone by body. I have followed her workouts in this book primarily using the 10 minute routines for upper body, abs, lower body, back, ball and resistance bands. My goal primarily was to one my body. I have dropped a full clothing size and lost 10lbs. I tell everyone I can about this book and the philosophy of exercise. I consider myself a very busy person, I am a mother, I work full time, but every weekday morning I find 10 minutes to do my exercises and it has clearly paid off for me. These results come from exercise. I don't believe in fad diets and have continued to eat food in moderation and control portion size, but I eat what I want. If toning up is important to you, invest the money and the time you will not be disappointed.
