Power Yoga: The Initial Challenge, Level 1
Our Price: $47.95
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Buy Used: from $5.88 (click here)
Category: DVD
See more DVD details
Buy this DVD movie at online store in your country
Canada
Canada
DVD details
Artist: Baron BaptisteDVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language)
Format: Color, DVD, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 47 minutes
Published: 2003-08-05
DVD Release Date: 2003-08-05
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: Good Times Video
Product features:
- Power Yoga:
DVD Reviews of Power Yoga: The Initial Challenge, Level 1
DVD Review: Great and Reasonably Priced Baron Baptiste DVD
Summary: 5 Stars
I've been doing Yoga daily for the last 9 years and have over 80 programs on VHS and DVD at this point. Baron's programs fill a large portion of my collection and my practice because his programs are always well put together.
I've had this particular program on VHS for a while (along with the second and third volumes of this set) and it still holds up quite well. I just picked it up for next to nothing in DVD format in a discount store and I'm glad to have it on DVD since it is a solid Power Yoga practice. In fact it's my favorite of the three of the original "Hot Yoga" series.
In this program he uses Lunge Salutes rather than the Traditional A and B salutes which is a nice change of pace. These type of Sun Salutations are extremely beneficial for opening the hip flexors This is especially useful for people who do any type of running though just as beneficial for those who just want to feel more open in their day to day lives.
This first section can be used as a warmup by itself before doing an athletic activity.
The Second section has a well rounded series of standing postures which include some balancing poses as well.
The third section is a pretty intense ab section which will get your midsection screaming :)
While I would admit that I like Baron's newer programs in every way more than this one (some of the newer ones being "Journey into Power 1 and 2, Soul of Strength, Core Power, Unlocking Athletic Power") this is still a very good program to use to mix things up a little. It is a bit dated in terms of the production values , but the practice is still valid and you will still reap the benefits.
A previous reviewer had criticised the fact that Baron warns that something upcoming may hurt a little. In my opinion, he mentions that just to prepare people (especially those new to yoga) for the fact that there may be some discomfort coming up.
In my experience, most people in our society seem to associate any physical discomfort with bad, injurious pain which is not what he is talking about. This is a safe and very sound, well designed practice, but of course you still need to listen to your body and learn how far to push yourself. Less IS more in Yoga, you are better off easing into a pose with awareness than plunging in too quickly.
I also wanted to address the fact that some reviewers found Baron to be annoying. While I agree that he has these quirky little sayings (some of which rhyme) that he uses which may put some people off. The fact remains that the benefits of all of Baron's programs far outweigh any negatives someone might come up with. Baron is a fabulous and inspiring teacher who I find to be very easy to follow.
For those who don't know about Baron Baptiste's background, he has been doing yoga since he was a child, practically in the womb. His parents, Walt and Magana Baptiste started one of the first Yoga center on the West Coast long before most people in the west even knew what yoga was. Baron studied with some of the top teachers in the world (actually living in ashrams in India when he was a boy)and not only the physical practice but the philosophical side as well (though he doesn't push the philosophical stuff here). In a nut shell, Baron is the real deal and has a rare Yoga pedigree.
Description of Power Yoga: The Initial Challenge, Level 1
The Initial Challenge, Level 1Bestsellers in DVD
![The Story of Jeremiah [VHS] Image](/images/noimg.gif)
The Story of Jeremiah [VHS]Vision Video; VHS Tape; VHS Video
Wresting With God [VHS]by Vision Video
Vision Video; Published: 1990-10-01; VHS Tape; VHS Video
Price in other shops:
Study Bible Video with Workbook [VHS]Spring Arbor Distributors; VHS Tape; VHS Video
Best price: $7.95
Price in other shops:
Tempo:Childrens TV Favourites Video [VHS]HarperCollins Audio; VHS Tape; VHS Video
Best price: $9.17
Price in other shops:
Tempo.Herbs:Parseley'Sb/ Party Video [VHS]HarperCollins Audio; VHS Tape; VHS Video
![Strike the Original Match [VHS] Image](/images/Strike-the-Original-Match-VHS-0001374079-X.jpg)
Strike the Original Match [VHS]New Liberty Films; VHS Tape; VHS Video
Price in other shops:
![Medjugorje The Miracles and the Message [VHS] Image](/images/Medjugorje-The-Miracles-and-the-Message-VHS-0001373293-X.jpg)
Medjugorje The Miracles and the Message [VHS]JPN Film Production; Release date: 1995-12-15; VHS Tape; VHS Video
Best price: $29.99
Mayo Clinic Echocardiography Review Course for Boards and Recertification DVD 2008by Mayo
DVD
Price in other shops:
Pediatric Diagnostic Imaging DVD: Single Userby Oakstone
DVD
Price in other shops:
Cost Accounting [VHS]by Charles T. Horngren, George Foster, Srikant M. Datar, Howard Teall
Pearson Canada, Toronto; VHS Tape; VHS Video
Similar DVDs, VHS Video, Audio CDs
Baron Baptiste - Journey Into Power Level 2GOODTIMES; Release date: 2004-03-30; DVD
Best price: $59.95
The Yoga Bootcamp Box: An Interactive Program to Revolutionize Your Life with Yogaby Baron Baptiste
St. Martin's Griffin; Published: 2004-06-01; Paperback; Book
Best price: $14.20
Price in other shops:
Bryan Kest Power Yoga Complete CollectionWarner Brothers; Release date: 2004-05-11; DVD
Best price: $11.79
Price in other shops:
Baron Baptiste: Unlocking Athletic Power - Power Vinyasa Yoga Live!Release date: 2004-03-30; DVD
Best price: $19.69
Baron Baptiste - Baron Baptiste's Power Yoga Level 3Release date: 2003-08-05; DVD
Best price: $29.99
Live - Core PowerRelease date: 2004-03-30; DVD
Best price: $29.69
Baron Baptiste - Baron Baptiste's Power Yoga Level 2Release date: 2003-08-05; Published: 2003; DVD
Best price: $24.94
Yoga Journal: Baron Baptiste's Foundations of Power Vinyasa Yoga - Best Live WorkoutWidowmaker Filmsllc; Release date: 2007-11-06; DVD
Best price: $8.75
Price in other shops:
The Trainer's Edge: Long and Lean YogaKoch International; Release date: 2004-09-07; DVD
Best price: $7.37
Price in other shops:
Journey into Power: Power Vinyasa Yoga, Level 1GAIAM AMERICAS; Release date: 2004-03-30; DVD
Best price: $5.50
Price in other shops: