 Great interactivity and instruction on poses--plus it's fun! |
| Review Date: January 6, 2009 |
| Reviewer: lkboice, Salt Lake City, UT |
Great Yoga DVD, especially for those new to yoga. I've had a good handful of yoga classes and my husband's had a few. We both really benefit from Bob's instruction, particularly on form. It's one thing to say, "keep your back straight," or "make sure you watch your form," but Bob instructs as if you've never had a yoga class in your life, which is good--both for newbies and those of us who aren't experts yet. He actually shows you what good knee alignment looks like. Or tells you how it should feel. I agree with one of the reviewers that it's a little awkward (okay, a lot awkward) to be in a yoga pose and have to look up at the TV, but that's really the same as being in class--I would have to look at an instructor to see what's going on sometimes--but after a week or two of doing this, you get the hang of it and know what to do.
The BEST part of the Biggest Loser videos are the interactive menus so you can select what kind of workout you want to do. What an AWESOME idea! Finally! Someone helps me cut out the stuff I don't need or let's me build a longer workout and it plays exactly how I selected it.
And hey, if you're a dude, you'll like this because Bob leads the session. It's not just for girls. (And not just for skinny girls either.) Besides, there's none of that swirly yoga-ish, indian flute music with perfectly carved bodies flawlessly moving from pose to pose. It's basic instruction (with light background music), and you see the other participants (past BL contestants) make mistakes along the way just like most of us do when we're taking a yoga class. So what if you put your right leg in the air when everyone else puts up their left. That's what I love about this DVD! While I'm sure they spent a lot of "takes" shooting the DVD, they didn't aim for absolute perfection. Hey, life isn't perfect and I've yet to have a perfect yoga class. The fact that I got my tail out of bed to even do this each morning is as much perfect I can expect right now.
Yes, there's a lot of "plank," which is actually good for weight loss yoga. I have to admit that my arms were killing me during a lot of the warrior 2 poses, but I turned to my husband and said, "Just think, in a couple of weeks this will be so much easier for us!"
ps: Bob's Biggest Loser Boot Camp is fun too! |
AMAZING!
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| Review Date: December 19, 2008 |
| Reviewer: M. Perez, Upland, CA USA |
| I ordered this product during the pre-sale so I got it the tuesday that it was released. I'm new to yoga but I must say that this was one of the best workouts I've ever done. I read about how yoga has changed so many peoples lives and to be honest, I wasn't buying it. But, now, I'm starting to believe that maybe there is something to it. Bob is so motivating (not to mention easy on the eyes)! The moves are simple and easy to follow, but you can feel your heart racing and your muscles working with every move and stretch. Of course, I'm presently on Level I, but I'm looking forward to moving up in the next few weeks. Buy it! Now! :) |
Another awesome Biggest Loser workout video!
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| Review Date: December 27, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Shannon RangerChic, Central Florida |
I was excited to hear that The Biggest Loser folks had created a yoga video. It doesn't disappoint either. Just like the previous Biggest Loser DVDs, this is awesome. I have been wanting to get into yoga and this is a great way to start, with one of the trainers we are used to watching each week and with some of the contestants we grow to love on the show (Ali, Bernie, Bill, Michelle, Heba and Vicky).
I definitely recommend this not only for fans of The Biggest Loser, but for anyone who wants a yoga workout that isn't intimidating and is easy to follow. |
LOVE it!
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| Review Date: January 14, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Morgan Haines, San Diego, CA |
I hate yoga and have never taken a yoga class that has left me feeling anything other than irritated and in pain. This one is totally different and I am loving it! After doing the Biggest Loser Workout and the 5 minute cool down/yoga section with Bob I thought, "This was actually kinda nice. If only Bob had his own, full-length yoga video." Well, apparently Santa was listening because just 2 days after Christmas, there it was on Amazon; just waiting for me.
This workout is just that - a workout! For those that think yoga is easy and you don't get good exercise from it, they should definitely try this. Bob does strength moves for your whole body, leaving you feeling stronger, fitter, and a little tired at the end. This is a great addition to any workout video collection! |
Kicked my butt!
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| Review Date: December 20, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Ally B., Montana, USA |
| I've done a LOT of dvd yoga workouts, but this one was by far the best. Bob does a really good job of walking you through each pose. The first time I did it, following his instructions, I was able to do a deep forward bend and hold onto the bottoms of my feet. I've NEVER been able to do this before! I definitely recommend it over any other yoga workouts on the market. (But if you buy it, be prepared to sweat.) |
Love It !!!!
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| Review Date: September 5, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Cheryl L. Malone, Costa Mesa, CA USA |
I hesitated buying this DVD because as a yoga teacher, good routines are hard to find. This is the way I was trained back in the 1960's; holding the poses to build strength and stamina.
I am pleasantly surprised and have put it in my workout rotation. You learn yoga better when you hold the poses; if you learn from a moving flow you tend not to watch your form as
well. If your thinking of trying yoga, this would be a good place to start. |
A MUST buy for Biggest Loser fans and Yoga fans!
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| Review Date: January 22, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Erin Ruff, Midwest |
I am a big fan of the Biggest Loser and find that Bob Harper is quite the inspiration. This is my first Biggest Loser DVD after being a diehard fan for all of the TV seasons. I must say I thought that this DVD wouldn't do much for me but would a good way to mix up my daily work outs of running at least 5 miles a day and lifting weights. The day after I did this DVD work out, I was so sore I could barely breathe without it hurting!! I was amazed what this yoga work out did to my body! By the end of the work out I was sweating like crazy!! Two days later (after my soreness from the first time went down) I did this DVD again. The next day I wasn't as sore but I could definitely feel it in my abs and arms. It's GREAT and it's not like you're typical work out where you feel like you're working really hard. It's fun and super easy to follow. It's also great that you're able to design your own workouts so you're not doing the same thing over and over again. I recommend it for anyone who is looking to get into yoga and is a fan of the Biggest Loser.
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Bob kicked my butt!
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| Review Date: March 18, 2009 |
| Reviewer: MENYC, New York, USA |
| I am a long distance runner, consider myself pretty darn fit and have been doing yoga for the last 3 years. This DVD is amazing!! Bob pushes you hard and makes you work, which is what you need if you wanna burn the fat. Not really "yoga" yoga, but a combo cardio-pilates-power-yoga..... awesome. I was sweating in the first 5 minutes. I love the way Bob encourages you.... worth my money and would recommend this to ANYONE... 10 stars! |
I did it.
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| Review Date: March 19, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Edward Haith, San Diego, CA |
| I started Biggest Loser boot camp and the Biggest Loser Weight Loss Yoga. I alternated days with Friday's off. Instead of spending 2 weeks on each level I spent 4 weeks on each level. I also designed my eating plan %100 out of the Biggest Loser Family Cookbook. After 12 weeks of this I went from 261lbs to 226lbs. It works, that's all I have to say. |
Nice change up
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| Review Date: December 29, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Kiki, Fenton, MI |
| I got this DVD for a change from the average Biggest Loser workout videos. I was happily surprised at how much I enjoy this video. I workout everyday and feel the Biggest Loser videos are generally a tough workout. I was afraid this one might not be as tough. I was wrong. It's right up to par with all the previous Biggest Loser videos. When I did the first workout from the Weight Loss Yoga video, I wasn't sure if it was doing much. I felt it the next day. I made sure to do all the other workouts and definitely felt it was working. It's a great workout! I am so glad I purchased it to add to my Biggest Loser workout collection. |
The Hardest Yoga Workout I've Done!
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| Review Date: January 2, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Maria, New Jersey |
| I love the Biggest Loser dvds and I purchased this one with the Bootcamp dvd when i found out they were coming out and let me tell you, I was especially surprised with this yoga workout! I did the whole 55 minutes and even being an advanced workout buff, I couldn't believe how challenging this workout was! I know I'm definately going to feel it tomorrow. Right now I'm rotating these with the Power Sculpt and Cardio Max Dvds and I couldn't be happier! I was actually sweating doing yoga, crazy good! |
Just Take it One Day at a time
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| Review Date: May 4, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Michelle, |
| I have now had this DVD for a week, never did yoga in my life and my is weight 275lbs. It is not easy, and yes you do poses over and over again. But in most DVDs you work up to a routine and then put it all together at the end. I can only do up to 20 mins, I am taking it day by day and crossing my fingers that by next week I can get thru the first session. I have bad knees and a bad shoulder but I use the blocks to help me get into postions and I have to say that it helps alot. |
GREAT WORKOUT
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| Review Date: March 26, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Neely K Stealey, |
| I thought that it wouldn't be all that hard because I workout regularly but boy was I wrong! I sweat and groan and want to kill BOB throughout the whole DVD! LOVE IT! recommend to anyone serious about getting fit! |
What a great concept!
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| Review Date: May 16, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Angela Ashe, USA |
First of all, let me give the disclaimer that I have only done this workout a few times thus far. However, that being said, I have been EXTREMELY impressed with it.
The warm-up really gets me feeling loose and focused, and Bob is a very good instructor. He's very calm and encouraging (which, if you watch The Biggest Loser, you know is not always the case!).
Level 1 is pretty good, although it's fairly repetitive. As a complete yoga novice, I felt the burn right away in my legs and arms from holding the poses for so long. It does get really tiring after a while, but you feel (or at least I felt) so much more energized after.
I haven't done Levels 2 and 3 yet - still working up to those!
The cool down feels oh-so-good on the aching muscles - you're never pushed too far, but you feel stretched after finishing. I like to do this dvd right before bed, because it helps me calm down after long days.
The BEST thing about this dvd is the actual format of the dvd itself - I love how you can literally "build your own" workout. It's so helpful to not be skipping through chapters, which is such a horrible distraction from a workout.
All in all, I love this dvd. I'm already feeling more flexible, and walk with more confidence. I can't wait to see even more results! |
Very fun, challenging, and motivational workout!
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| Review Date: January 3, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Aarthy Krishnan, Seattle, WA |
| I've taken a fair share of yoga classes and I have to say this DVD is incredibly fun! I consider myself somewhat a beginner and found this workout challenging during the first week, and as time went on and I moved up in levels, the workouts remained challenging and engaging. Bob is absolutely great in this video! He is excellent at keeping you motivated and setting the right tone for the workout. You will definitely feel like you're burning tons of calories. I've sat through boring yoga videos with sleepy music, and this is not that! It feels up-to-date and stays fun the entire time, highly recommended!!!! :) |
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