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The ONLY "First Lady" of Pilates
I bought the whole set. After the slew of lawsuits surrounding Pilates trademarks, it's nearly impossible to find "Authentic" Pilates instruction. "Pilates" doesn't work if it's not "Pilates." No one alive today knew Mr. Pilates more than Romana Kryzanowska. She was and remains his "Chosen One." <
>These tapes are priceless in the sense that no one had a closer relationship to Mr. Pilates and his work than Romana. The only reason why I'm not rating it "5 STARS" is due to lots of repetition on each tape. I.E., the history of Joe, history of Romana, and basics are on each tape. Then the lessons. I understand some people might buy just one tape and to be thorough, all the history is included. And it's fascinating. Still completely worth the money considering each private lesson would cost you at least $50/hour by any instructor--authentic or not... And I feel as if my verbal instruction is more rhythmic than the gentle speaker. Otherwise, it's tops! <
>It's funny to read reviews criticizing the fact that the "optimum weight" tape never mentions food or diet, etc... If you paid attention to the increased physical exertion, you'd clearly understand that stepping up the intensity of the workout will kick up the loss of weight. Sensible eating should be assumed on any fitness program. The GLORY of REAL Pilates, is that as your body internalizes the work, it begins to reject empty and/or extra calories. Your body actually becomes repulsed by overeating. You can't do it. It's the body mind connection that happens regardless of you. That's the "non-mystery/mystery" of Real/ Romana's Pilates. BUY IT. STUDY IT. DO IT!!!

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Authentic, Effective, and Proper Technique
I'm a beginner/intermediate to Pilates and had been going to a local studio in AZ for about 2 months. My instructor just opened her studio so she was green too. At her studio, she teaches mat and Reformer. What I noticed is that when I left class I often hurt for days. Some things about the workouts just didn't seem right to me so I decided to check 'other' Pilates material: books, DVDs, etc. I even read material Joseph himself wrote. What I found was my instructor was one of the many that's churned out from some instructor-over-night certification class---and she didn't know much more than I did. She certified under Stott and I trusted they wouldn't certify them if they don't know what they're doing. Not true! Once I asked, "how should I be breathing?" I was told by the instructor..."I really don't think it matters that you breathe as long as you breathe." WRONG! In Joseph's writings he preached breathing is essential and is always done through the nose, never the mouth. He spent a lot of time going over the dynamics and impact of breathing to get the optimum results from the workout. <
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>After purchasing Romana's DVD, I am certain I'd be headed for life long back pain and injury if I continued to let some just-certified(incorrectly)-instructor teach me poor technique. I feel that Romana's DVDs teach the proper techniques safely and that they help you execute each move to get the intended and maximum results. By doing the moves correctly, you're gaining strength, flexibility and a better body. <
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>I read the reviews where people complain..."oh there's only one workout." You want variety....don't be cheap---buy another DVD. For my $15, it's the best money I've ever spent and it will take me time to master it. If you went to her studio to learn this very session, you'd be paying a lot more than $15--so what really are you complaining about?--the fact that you can't do the workout? Stick with your $15 DVD; it'll come. Romana has saved me from injury and given me a better workout. After all, Joseph Pilates only created so many moves to be executed in a particular order on the mat. True Pilates is done exactly this way and took he and his pupils, like Romana, years to master. Hell....if you're bored or have outgrown the mat, get a Reformer or advance to another apparatus. This is pure common sense! When you passed the first grade you didn't stay there....you went to 2nd grade. <
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>Oh and by the way, for those who complained about it not being a weightloss program. I was a size 14 two months ago and now wear a size 10. Go figure...my doing the ONE workout helped me lose weight. I concentrate on the moves and apply myself each day I play the DVD. I improve DAILY. I plan to continue use of Romana's DVD, master it and move to the next level. <
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>I think people should have realistic expectations and want to do Pilates for all the right reasons. It's seems that many of the poor reviews that were written came from people who either already worked out with Romana or are practically instructors themselves. Give me a break! The rest of us millions of average everyday people haven't been to Drago's gym or had lessons with Romana. You should consider yourselves blessed. The majority of the population would get GREAT benefit from this DVD, so your viewpoints were found biased and downright unimportant. If you're dedicated to your form and the workouts 3-4 times a week, you CAN change your body and the way you feel about yourself. I am emerging a better me thanks to THIS DVD! I recommended it to anyone desiring better health, strength and above all attitude. I have chosen Pilates and it is a lifestyle change for me. I am so excited about what's to come for me for integrating it into my everyday routine! My only wish is that I could one day meet Romana and share a workout or two under her instruction. She is truly an amazing lady! <
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No Mention of Weight Lose
I love Pilates. I do the mat routine everyday. To keep it interesting, I go to different instructors and own about 15 DVDs. I do the different workouts on alternating days. I was excited to see a Romana DVD come out. However, it is clear that they put Weight Lose on the cover to get people to buy it. I bought it to see how the workout would differ from other styles. It doesn't really differ at all. It is really just an intermediate workout, but a good one at that. There is absolutely no mention of weight lose at any time on the DVD. Romana never talks about it and there is no indication, besides the title, that this will help you to lose weight. Clearly a marketing ploy. Not all bad though!! Even though the Romana DVDs only have 13-18 minute workouts, it is nice to be able to experience working with her when you don't live in New York City. I find that this workout and the Powerhouse Mat workout provide quick morning routines before jumping in the shower and heading off to work. If that is what you are looking for, buy this DVD. If you want to lose weight don't be fooled. My overall choice, Anna Caban, all of her DVDs, including the Cardio Pilates, which is a great overall workout.