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Calming Yoga , September 22, 2007
Rainbeau Mars warm personality infuses this yoga practice with a
subtle energy. The poses are perfect for beginners or relaxing for
intermediates. As Rainbeau leads you through a flowing set of
asanas the pleasant narrations is subtly calming. This is perfect
for the end of the day when you want to nourish the body with
breath. During the first 30 minutes you will be doing Cat/Cow,
Downward Facing Dog, Child's Pose, Table, Moving Cat, Forward
Bends, Low Lunges and Cobra. The session ends with a final
relaxation pose or you can choose to do five additional poses
shown from the front or side view.
~The Rebecca Review
Pure Tranquility
Gentle Yoga, September 22, 2007
Rainbeau Mars invites you into a tranquil space where you can
fully surrender into each yoga pose. Her escapes into pure focus
demonstrate perfect techniques and she gives key pointers to make
sure you are doing the exercises correctly with a sense of
dedication. At times she starts talking about the movements
slightly ahead of time, but this is OK because then you are well
prepared for the next step. She has a beautiful spirit and never
sinks into mediocrity. Each pose is perfected and performed like a
work of art.
The relaxing beach setting and calming music are perfect for a
less active form of yoga. The session begins and ends in a seated
position. There is a focus on spine twists and forward bends.
Throughout the entire workout you will find yourself developing
patience and relaxing deeply into the poses. As you surrender to
gravity, ocean waves crash on rocks. There is a balance between
the ocean's energy and Rainbeau Mars inner tranquility. As you
nourish the body with breath, you gain a sense of calm to face
life's chaos.
~The Rebecca Review
Total Yoga - Water Level 2
Serenity, September 22, 2007
Total Yoga "Water" begins with deep cleansing breaths
and progresses into a flowing series of postures. The pace is
perfect for beginners or intermediate practitioners, however there
is an advanced pose called "Fish" that may present quite
a challenge. What I liked most about this workout is the time
given for each posture. When doing the Seated Forward Fold, they
give enough time to relax fully into the pose. You may also
recognize Camel, Boat, Triangle and Dophin pose. The mood is very
relaxing with a desert setting and a backdrop of clouds. This
workout leaves you feeling refreshed and relaxed as there is an
extended session at the end where you can meditate and relax
fully.
~The Rebecca Review
Yoga for Evening Practise
Two Evening Routines for Weight Loss , September
8, 2007
Maintenance Yoga for Weight Loss is a workout for the evening.
There is also a bonus workout and the two sections work well
together for a full-body stretch routine. Suzanne Deason's calming
voice and nurturing teaching style makes this perfect for stress
reduction. The beautiful beach setting adds to the experience and
the emphasis on form makes you feel centered and balanced.
During the first workout you will release tension in your
shoulders and lower body. A yoga strap (or you can use a belt) is
used to deepen the stretches. I found the use of an additional
"yoga wedge" was not essential so all you really need is
a yoga mat, belt and a pillow. While this routine ends with a
final relaxation pose, you might want to skip that section and
start the bonus routine.
While you may feel completely relaxed after the first workout, the
second bonus segment focuses more on breathwork. This short
exercise routine has a meditative quality to calm the mind and
body. You will recognize forward bends, bridge pose and warrior 1.
Throughout the session you use breath to deepen each pose. The
setting is very relaxing with a big open field near a forest in
the mountains.
Once you have finished both workouts you may feel a sense of
clarity descending over your entire body. The exercises are
designed to relax the body and are easy enough for beginners.
Will this really help you lose weight? It may take a lifestyle
change that includes walking and yoga to help you reach your
weight loss goals. Recently I've found yoga to be an essential
part of weight loss because it keeps me centered and focused. If
you try to practice yoga on a daily basis I think you will be very
happy with the results.
~ The Rebecca Review
Yoga Zone for Beginners
Healing Yoga Workout, September 2, 2007
Alan Finger's calming instruction style allows you to relax into
each pose as you release tension and heal the body. Two yoga
instructors show the exercises while Alan Finger guides you
through each movement with a sense of precision. Deceptively easy
stretches become a challenge when held for extended periods of
time. Throughout the routine the body is calmed by breathing
deeply.
You may recognize table, cat, cow, downward dog and mountain pose.
If you are intermediate you may want to do this routine to
increase your patience. Beginners will be happy with the slower
pacing and lack of difficult postures.
~The Rebecca Review
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