Pilates Workout For Dummies with Michelle Dozois

Two compact Pilates workouts - you can select either begin/inter or intermediate level. They’re both completely non-intimidating programs featuring 18 fundamental Pilates exercises.

The first beginner/intermediate level workout is classic Dummies (similar to the Dummies books). It’s specifically designed for anyone new to Pilates. As you practice the moves, you’ll also get explanations of terminology, tips on form, common mistakes to avoid and lots of harder/easier modifications (using on-screen inserts to show alternate positions without obstructing the main workout). By setting a realistic pace and avoiding confusing jargon, Michelle Dozois makes this an effective Pilates workout (besides being a great way to learn).

The second, intermediate-level workout builds on what you’ve learned in the first. It moves along with less instruction and slightly harder routines. Very quiet background music.

This unintimidating program explains Pilates mat techniques in easy-to-understand language. Not only can you tone and reshape your entire body by using this DVD but you may even change your mind about exercise. What is the ultimate workout machine? Your Body! With the authentic Pilates Method (developed decades ago by Joseph H. Pilates), you can reshape and tone your entire body to look longer and leaner by using these simple-yet-effective techniques. Anyone can do Pilates, regardless of age or fitness level and that means you!

Pilates Workout for Dummies offers step-by-step instruction for 18 popular Pilates mat exercises and makes working out at your own level easy to do. This program incorporates floor techniques that are taught as part of every Pilates mat class to help you strengthen and lengthen your muscles, improve your posture, and tone and tighten your midsection. (1) Discover how to increase your flexibility as you tone your muscles. (2) Flatten your abs and improve your posture. (3) Improve your exercise technique by using the breath. (4) Use correct form and alignment to help change your body forever.

Features: Basic Pilates workout, instructor cueing audio option (for working out to your own music).

Michelle Dozois is a 14-year fitness professional and Method Pilates certified instructor. She’s the co-owner of Breakthru, a personal training and Pilates studio in Pasadena, California. Michelle has appeared in more than 15 exercise videos, including Buns of Steel Platinum Collection and 10 Minute Solution.