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Yoga to the Rescue for Neck & Shoulders by James Wvinner
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DVD detailsActor: Desire Rumbaugh Director: James Wvinner Brand: Acorn DVD: Region Code 1 Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language) Format: Color, DVD, NTSC, Widescreen Picture Format: 1.66:1 Running Time: 60 minutes DVD Release Date: 2009-08-25 Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated) Studio: Acacia
DVD Reviews of Yoga to the Rescue for Neck & ShouldersDVD Review: Rumbaugh finally gets it right! Summary: 5 Stars
NOTE: I received a free review copy of this DVD from the web site Metapsychology Online.
I took a yoga workshop with Desirée Rumbaugh, the instructor of this DVD, in September 2008, and it was absolutely amazing. However, I also tried Rumbaugh's previously two DVD releases, Yoga to the Rescue and Yoga to the Rescue for Back Pain, and unfortunately found them to be be disappointing. Happily, this latest release succeeds where the prior two videos failed.
One important change which Rumbaugh made for this DVD is that there are two separate 30-minute practice segments: the "Tutorial" offers more comprehensive instruction plus a detailed review of modifications for most of the postures, whereas the "Flow Sequence" is a faster-moving, more dynamic session based on the postures introduced during the tutorial. For both segments, Rumbaugh has an assistant, Andrew Riven, who displays the modified versions of the poses. Rumbaugh instructs the Tutorial segment via voiceover, although a few of the segments are preceded by brief live introductions. The chapters of the Tutorial are listed below:
*Wall Shoulder Stretch & Chair Pose
*Neck Strengthening
*Push-Ups
*Sphinx & Cobra
*Bow Pose
*Down Dog
*Locust Pose
*Side-to-Side Leg Lifts
*Crunches
*Lunge with Twist
*Side Plank
*Shoulder Stand
*Bridge, Plow & Shoulder Stand
*Relaxation
As the title suggests, the Flow Sequence moves along at a significantly quicker pace. Rumbaugh again teaches via voiceover, but there are no chapter breakdowns and no pauses between segments. The entire practice continues in this vigorous manner before concluding with the short (approximately 4 minutes) relaxation.
Although I am very pleased with this DVD, I would offer a few cautions. The DVD case states "For Beginners & Beyond," which I think is misleading. I would recommend these practices for experienced yoga students only--i.e., advanced beginners and above. The case description also suggests that the practices will help to "alleviate pain and stiffness," and I do think the DVD would be valuable for this purpose--that is, in terms of normal, everyday aches and pains. I would be much more hesitant to recommend this DVD to someone with any type of injury or other special condition which might require a more GENTLE therapeutic approach.
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Description of Yoga to the Rescue for Neck & Shoulders Ease pain and stiffness with simple changes to your alignment "Perfect for ? practicing with more safety and precision--or anyone seeking relief from everyday pain" ---Fit Yoga on Yoga to the Rescue Anusara Yoga expert Desirée Rumbaugh shows you how to alleviate pain and stiffness in your neck and shoulders, bringing ease and enjoyment back to your life. Each posture works to reduce stress, fight fatigue, and release tension in the upper body. The program is divided into two segments: a 30-minute tutorial and a 30-minute flowing sequence. In the tutorial, Desirée breaks down each move to teach the proper alignment and positioning. The flowing sequence allows you to practice what you learn. Choose the poses that work for you and do them anywhere for instant relief, or perform the flowing sequence regularly to remain relaxed and pain-free. Desirée has helped thousands of students around the world discover the benefits of Anusara Yoga. Whether you?re new to yoga or a seasoned veteran, you?ll benefit from her expertise and from these safe, simple, and effective exercises. Includes bonus wrist stretch. Equipment needed: mat, strap or towel, and blankets. Stills from Yoga to the Rescue for Neck & Shoulders (Click for larger image)
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