Yoga Zone - Yoga for a Strong and Healthy Back
by Andrea Ambandos
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Director: Andrea AmbandosBrand: Koch International
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Color, DVD, NTSC
Picture Format: 1.33:1
Running Time: 40 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2001-07-24
Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Studio: KOCH VISION
DVD Reviews of Yoga Zone - Yoga for a Strong and Healthy Back
DVD Review: Disappointing
Summary: 1 Stars
I am disappointed with this DVD. I have other Yoga Zone DVD which you can really use to exercise and get benefit from it, but this one will just show you yoga poses and then you're on your own. Don't expect to sweat on this one.DVD Review: Worked fro me!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I suffer from chronic pain in my upper back and someone suggested I should try yoga. Our local library had this DVD so I checked it to give it a try. Well, after the first time doing the two short sessions on this DVD my back pain was completely gone. Now I can get out of bed in the morning with no stiffness and my back is completely free of pain. The yoga positions are pretty basic, probable beginner level positions but never the less they are effective for getting the kinks out and helping to relax the muscles. The setting as one reviewer already mentioned is beautiful. Both instructors are very effective at describing each of the poses in their routines. DVD Review: Back Saver!
Summary: 5 Stars
The short and quick version --
PROS
1. Always releases tension, stress and pain in the back ( at least for me).
2. Lots of cues and reminders to breath, and good visualizations and explanation techniques that really help put you in the correct form.
3. Two short sessions of 20 minutes each makes it easy to fit into a regular work out schedule. Could be a good 'stretch' for after aerobic work outs.
4. The instructors are not overly perky, nor pushy on the spiritual aspect that some yoga tapes offer.
CONS -
1. Pretty simple poses; not much challenge or room to grow if you are at anything more than beginners status.
2. For some, frequent cues could be annoying. Such as those with more yoga experience.
3. DVD itself is short overall compared to most yoga dvds. Which could be a downside for some. But for the price tag, I still think its worth it.
My longer review with a little more detail-
I first took a yoga class to fulfill a required health course credit in college. I enjoyed it so much that I have dabbled in it for years Never as steady as I would like, but some classes here and there, and several videos.
I have always had some back issues. I have horrible posture, and slight scoliosis. This often leads to back pain. Yoga had always helped somewhat, but I wondered if there was specific DVDs for the back, like there were for arms and abs and such. I found the Yoga Zone Yoga for a Strong and Healthy Back DVD.
When I first tried the DVD out, I was a bit disappointed. It seemed like there wasn't a lot of variety, and I had hoped for more poses, and it didn't seem at all challenging. However, I noticed that whenever I was having back pain - usually after killing it with some pilates or aerobics and not keeping correct form - that doing this video always eased the pain. That in itself is enough to make me love this video.
I also like the frequent cue-ing on the breathing. When I have stepped away from Yoga for awhile, its nice to have frequent cues to remind me to breath. I also like the two 20 minute sessions which allows me to fit it into my workout schedule much easier considering I have two young kids at home. I also really like to do one session after an aerobics work out to stretch my back and other muscles.
Although, those frequent cues and the short sessions could be cons for those who are well into yoga at this point. Maybe another 20 minute session with more focus on strength of the back would have been nice.
I would actually probably be more likely to rate this 4.5 stars than 5, but 4.5 isn't and option, so I went with the five considering what a wonderful effect it has on my back pain and the great job that is done with cues and explanations.
All in all, if you have back pain, its worth it to try this out!
DVD Review: Yoga Zone - Yoga for a Strong and Healthy Back
Summary: 5 Stars
Excellent! I have been suffering for over eight years with a back that has almost left me disabled.
I bought this dvd with high doubts. I mean, I've been seeing docters and chircopractors for such a long time with such puny results.. what could this do for me, right???
I started doing it only a couple of times a week, and now I'm up to three times a week. I had never done yoga before in my life, but I definately see results. I feel as though my back is getting stronger and I am feeling better. Not overnight, of course... but I'm getting there.
I would definately recommend this dvd to anyone who has just about given up!
DVD Review: Healthy Back in the Short Term
Summary: 3 Stars
This video and instructions are good but it is way too short, 20 minutes. I like the fact that one can choose to listen to the music without the verbal instructions.
Description of Yoga Zone - Yoga for a Strong and Healthy Back
Studio: Koch International Release Date: 07/24/2001Yoga for a Strong and Healthy Back presents the fundamentals of posturing and breathing in this approachable 40-minute workout that includes two 20-minute sessions focusing on spinal rotation and muscular strength. The back is central to supporting all movements; conventional workouts often do not include exercises that strengthen the lower back. Yoga Zone gives excellent instruction here, and participants are taught poses that utilize both the lower and upper back. The warrior pose and forward bends are just a few of the postures performed here that can improve spinal flexibility and help to avoid future back injuries. Beginners should find the first set easy to follow (the postures within this section are modified versions of what is yet to come). The second set incorporates some back bends and deeper poses that require greater agility and strength. Despite the increased difficulty here, participants of all levels can improve their flexibility without being overwhelmed by impossible poses. Filmed in Jamaica, the content in this progressive workout is surpassed only by the white-sand beaches in the background. This regimen includes great information, cuing, and scenery--not to mention how relaxed you can feel after an intensive yoga experience like this. --Olivia Voigts
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