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Jennifer Giannis Fusion Pilates for Pregnancy

Discover how yoga infused Pilates can keep you in shape during your pregnancy. Jennifer Gianni’s Fusion Pilates for Pregnancy is the first Pilates based workout designed to give pregnant women a challenging workout, without compromising safety. This unique workout includes modifications that are appropriate for each trimester. Pregnant woman of all fitness levels will be challenged and motivated by this inspiring workout.

This unique and inspiring workout: • follows guidelines from The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology • includes modifications that are appropriate for each trimester • challenges and motivates pregnant women of all fitness levels

Part 1 Safety Precautions for Pregnancy 2 Minutes Part 2 How to access and strengthen the Pelvic Floor 5 Minutes Part 3 The Pregnancy Workout 55 Minutes

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4 Stars Great!
This video is great. It encompasses exercises specifically for pregnant women, but also exercises to keep your body toned that are appropriate during pregnancy.

5 Stars Highly recommended
I really enjoy this DVD. I’ve been doing Pilates for quite a few years now, and this DVD is refreshing. I’ve been waking up sore lately and these

exercises have been making me feel better. The stretching and exercises are so relaxing, yet you still feel like you’re working out. My legs are actually firm and fit. This DVD really helps me relax myself and my muscles. I look forward to doing this every time.

4 Stars Great Beginner Workout
I am really glad that I ordered this dvd. I have never done any pilates before this. I was very pleased with the way she was really clear in her instructions. It’s easy to understand and follow. I wasn’t very active before my pregnancy, due to a surgery, but I can keep up with it and I truly do have more energy afterwards. I recommend this product, especially to anyone who has never done pilates before…you’ll enjoy it.

4 Stars Great moves to Combat Pregnancy Pains
I bought two pregancy videos—this one and The Perfect Pregnancy Workout. Perfect Pregancy is my main stay because I feel like it really works me out. This one is much more low key and easier to do, and I do this video about once or twice a week. I like it because I feel like it has good moves to help my back and hips to not hurt. Negatives are that it’s not difficult enough for it to be my everyday workout. It has modifications for your third trimester. I’ve never done Pilates before, but I found it pretty easy to pick up. You need a small ball, a dowel (which I took apart my broom and used the stick portion), and 2-3 pound weights. Good video but better as a secondary workout.

2 Stars Let’s just say I won’t be doing it again.
This DVD is not awful, but I certainly won’t be doing it again. I agree with the other reviewers that it was boring, and not a great workout. I hardly even feel stretched out, much less worked out. The arm sequence was probably my favorite, but even that was both boring and too short.

Finally, she asks those of us in our third trimester to watch “Cassie and I” (not the real name). No - it’s Cassie and ME. The bad grammar was actually really distracting. Maybe it’s just because I’m hormonal, but it drove me nuts.

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10 Minute Solution Prenatal Pilates

No Time To Exercise? We have the solution for you – the 10 Minute Solution! Everyone can find at least ten minutes in their day, and we’ve developed 5 dynamic workouts that are just 10 minutes each. The workouts were designed to help you stay fit and healthy throughout your pregnancy. These compact workouts fit into even the busiest of schedules. Split them into 5 separate workouts or do them all together for one amazing, prenatal Pilates workout! Highlighted in the August 16th, 2007 issue of The New York Times, this DVD will allow you to modify your workouts to your pregnant body.

Pilates For Buns & Thighs: Get ready to strengthen your lower body and get toned, firm thighs and buns – even as your belly continues to get bigger.

Standing Pilates: For this segment, instructor Lizbeth Garcia reworked traditional mat work into standing exercises that help improve strength, balance and coordination – things needed throughout pregnancy, especially needed in the third trimester.

Core Pilates: This workout focuses on strengthening your core muscles to help you bounce back from delivery and may even help to reduce lower back pain during pregnancy.

Pilates For Flexibility: Allow your body and mind to relax while you focus on releasing tight muscles through fluid exercises that will increase your flexibility and overall sense of well-being.

Total Body Pilates: Designed to develop overall muscle strength and flexibility, this segment will help you firm and tone your body. It may also make delivery easier by teaching you how to breathe deeply and evenly while tightening the muscles of your pelvic floor.

POSTNATAL BONUS WORKOUT: FLAT BELLY FAST As a special bonus to use after your pregnancy, this core-focused segment created by instructor Suzanne Bowen zeros in on the deepest abdominal muscles with a singular goal: to flatten your belly fast. A set of 2- 3 pound dumbbells and 1-2 pillows are recommended for this workout.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Great DVD
It is a great workout video! She is an encouragment to all women and her teaching style is great.

5 Stars So far, been liking it a lot!
The back exercises are really too short to be problematic… all in all, seems like a wholesome workout, and she’s clear and easy to follow. Thanks!

5 Stars 10 minute solution: prenatal pilates
This is a great dvd at a great price. I like that you can customize your workout by choosing which 10 minute sessions you want to do and in what order.

5 Stars A great workout for pregnant moms
I am 28 weeks pregnant and have been using this dvd for the past two weeks. I am new to pilates and I have to say so far it’s been great. The instructor is easy to follow, she gives good tips for modification, slowly adds difficulty to the exercises, and seems very natural. Yes, there are short segments on your back, but all the while you are moving, (tilted abs, spinal twists and precursor to bridges, which by the way, the latter two, you do in regular prenatal yoga class). The instructor herself is 36 weeks pregnant and I doubt she would put herself at risk either. I love the option to mix and match your workout or do as much as your busy schedule allows. Over all, great buy, I would definitely recommend it to stay in shape and would give it to my friends for use.

5 Stars Just what I was looking for!
I love this video. Before I bought this one I had tried 3 other prenatal workout vidoes and none of them relly left me feeling like I had done much for my body once I was done with them. I actually broke out in a sweat with this one and felt more energized afterwards. The individual 10 min. workouts, makes it really convenient to start a stop when I need to. I would highly recommend this video to moms who want to stay in great shape and feel good while pregnant!

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Pilates in Pregnancy

Everything you need to prepare for a healthy pregnancy, enjoy a healthy pregnancy or get back into shape after pregnancy, safely and effectively. And it doesnt matter if you have never done Pilates before, this program is suitable for all studentsbut don

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2 Stars I wouldn’t call it a workout…
I am glad I rented Pilates in Pregnancy instead of buying it. I hesitate to call it a workout. It was more instructional than something I would actually use as a workout. Maybe if it came with cards (it might if you buy it) telling you what comes next… so you could do it without the dvd when you know the exercises… maybe that would be better.

It is put out by a British woman, so it was at least fun to listen to her talk. There was an “Introduction” section that I watched some of (it was really slow and boring - should have given me a hint as to the tone of the workout!) about neutral spine, breathing, and the pelvic floor.

Next came a warmup - about 7 minutes, only 4 moves. Here is the main defect I see in this workout. Each move has at least a minute of explanation beforehand. You should, I think, be able to select the workout without the explanations. It was ok the first time, but MY GOD, it would be so boring if I was doing it more than once.

There is a workout for Early Pregnancy, Later Pregnancy, and Post-Pregnancy. Here is another problem - if you go to the next chapter (so you can skip the Early Pregnancy section, for example), you have to skip through each exercise separately. I could have gone back to the main menu and skipped to the Later Pregancy workout, but it didn’t seem worth it. SO - had to skip through the 12 exercises outlined in the Early Pregnancy workout before getting to mine. (I am 24 weeks pregnant)

The moves were pretty good, again, but nothing new, and nothing challenging at all. And they spend about 2-3 minutes on each move. First, explain, explain, explain… then set-up. Are you sure you are set up properly? Ok… let’s do the “exercise,” (and I generally use this term loosely with this dvd).

There is only one person doing the moves (there were two doing the warm-up - wonder what happened to the other lady? Maybe she got bored and left…) I think it is the same woman who is doing the voice-over. She is pregnant, maybe 5 or 6 months?

I can’t say much about the moves. Again, nothing new, nothing challenging, I guess it felt good, but I wish I had done something else this morning. SO - back it goes to Netflix. A pilates workout I like better for pregnancy is Jennifer Gianni’s Fusion Pilates for Pregnancy.

1 Star rent before buying!
After reading the reviews posted here I decided to rent it before buying. What a good decision! The pace is just painfully slow. The stretches are all very nice and very gentle, but to be honest I could not even finish it. It stops between all moves to introduce the next move, and while you can certainly fast-forward through those intros, it’s very annoying to have to do that. If you have 1.5 hours to kill and aren’t looking for a good-paced workout, then I guess this DVD would be good for you. I’ll never use it again, though.

5 Stars Cure for my tailbone pain!
I’m in my 15th week of pregnancy and suffered with intermittent but increasing pain in my tailbone for 2 weeks. I walk my dogs about 30-40 minutes per day and was moderately fit/toned all along so this pain was unusual. Putting socks and shoes on or picking up something from the floor was becoming severe agony. I was going to call my doctor to get chiropractic permission but I tried this DVD 1 time and it was like a switch that releived the pain. I felt 95% better immediatly after completing the warmup and early pregnancy portions of the video. I agree with some reveiwers that it seems a bit slow but go with the pace and you’ll feel the magic. It’s not for someone looking to transform their figure or get a good cardio workout- there are other great videos available for cardio lovers.

1 Star Put me to sleep!
This was supposed to be one of the better pilates tapes, but it put me right to sleep. I hated her voice.

I ended up taking a class instead!

2 Stars Slow and boring
The long explanations are overkill, even for the first time you do the workout. It almost put me to sleep. The workout itself is very low-intensity.

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STOTT PILATES Prenatal Pilates on the Mat

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3 Stars Very good, if you have the time
STOTT PILATES: Prenatal Pilates on the Mat

This video is nice for women of all pilates abilities. I find the excercises and stretches very helpful. The one drawback I’ve found is that the workout is 30 minutes long. If you have the time (and energy), it’s worth it. Also, there is a lot of intoduction material that gets old after awhile. So, I’m finding myself in the market for a new workout video with a little more flexibility timewise, as well as for when I just don’t feel like doing an entire 30 minute workout. I will keep using this one for when I feel the urge to do a full blown workout.

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STOTT PILATES Prenatal Pilates on the Ball

STOTT PILATES exercise is the key to a feel-good pregnanacy and helps prepare your mind and body for motherhood. Learn exercises and tips from Master Instructor Trainer PJ O’Clair on how to support your changing body and build upper body strength using the versatile Stability Ball and Flex-Band so you look and feel your fittest.

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5 Stars I am so relaxed…
THIS IS DEFINITELY LOW ON THE INTENSITY LEVEL. WHEN I AM FINISHED I FEEL OPEN AND RELAXED. I SWITCH THIS ONE WITH YOGA JOURNAL’S SHIVA REA PRENATAL VIDEO, IT IS MORE INTENSE AND BUTT - KICKING. IF YOU ARE ATHLETIC AND WORK OUT ALOT (WHICH IS DEFINITELY NOT ME) YOU WOULD NOT LIKE THIS. IT DOES CALL FOR THE EXCERSIZE BALL AND FLEX BAND. FOR THE FLEX BAND I JUST USE AN OLD PAIR OF TIGHTS ;).

4 Stars Good video and good workout
The video case says that this is a workout for women in the 2nd trimester. I just purchased it when I was in month 5 and just did the workout for the first time here in month 6. You will need one of the birthing balls and a stretch band (and maybe a towel to kneel on). The entire DVD is about 45 minutes long but the workout is 30 minutes. The other stuff on the DVD include a “workout principles” which outlines the basics for us non-expert pilates people and a “5 minute bonus” workout that is a little more intense.

Let me begin by saying that I am not a big workout/pilates person. Sad to say, I don’t exercise as much as I know I should. I’ve never done any pilates stuff, but I have heard so many pregnant women talk about the birthing ball that I thought I should try one. I’m willing to give anything a shot that might make delivery day easier. I watched the entire workout first a few days ago without doing any of it so that I’d know what I needed. I just did the workout this morning for the first time. It was pretty easy to follow since I had watched it before. There were a few times that I had to rewind because I missed what the instructor was saying or she went too fast through an exercise. I imagine that will get better as I do it more often. There is a nice variety of exercises, and I definitely felt challenged but not too overwhelmed. The difficulty level is low, so a pilates ball guru would probably be bored. For a novice like me, it was the right speed.

I am going to continue using the video as long as my big belly will let me. At some point, I may need to skip over some of the exercises if I’m too big.

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Jennifer Giannis Fusion Pilates for Pregnancy

Discover how yoga infused Pilates can keep you in shape during your pregnancy. Jennifer Gianni’s Fusion Pilates for Pregnancy is the first Pilates based workout designed to give pregnant women a challenging workout, without compromising safety. This unique workout includes modifications that are appropriate for each trimester. Pregnant woman of all fitness levels will be challenged and motivated by this inspiring workout.

This unique and inspiring workout: • follows guidelines from The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology • includes modifications that are appropriate for each trimester • challenges and motivates pregnant women of all fitness levels

Part 1 Safety Precautions for Pregnancy 2 Minutes Part 2 How to access and strengthen the Pelvic Floor 5 Minutes Part 3 The Pregnancy Workout 55 Minutes

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Great!
This video is great. It encompasses exercises specifically for pregnant women, but also exercises to keep your body toned that are appropriate during pregnancy.

5 Stars Highly recommended
I really enjoy this DVD. I’ve been doing Pilates for quite a few years now, and this DVD is refreshing. I’ve been waking up sore lately and these

exercises have been making me feel better. The stretching and exercises are so relaxing, yet you still feel like you’re working out. My legs are actually firm and fit. This DVD really helps me relax myself and my muscles. I look forward to doing this every time.

4 Stars Great moves to Combat Pregnancy Pains
I bought two pregancy videos—this one and The Perfect Pregnancy Workout. Perfect Pregancy is my main stay because I feel like it really works me out. This one is much more low key and easier to do, and I do this video about once or twice a week. I like it because I feel like it has good moves to help my back and hips to not hurt. Negatives are that it’s not difficult enough for it to be my everyday workout. It has modifications for your third trimester. I’ve never done Pilates before, but I found it pretty easy to pick up. You need a small ball, a dowel (which I took apart my broom and used the stick portion), and 2-3 pound weights. Good video but better as a secondary workout.

2 Stars Let’s just say I won’t be doing it again.
This DVD is not awful, but I certainly won’t be doing it again. I agree with the other reviewers that it was boring, and not a great workout. I hardly even feel stretched out, much less worked out. The arm sequence was probably my favorite, but even that was both boring and too short.

Finally, she asks those of us in our third trimester to watch “Cassie and I” (not the real name). No - it’s Cassie and ME. The bad grammar was actually really distracting. Maybe it’s just because I’m hormonal, but it drove me nuts.

4 Stars Great Beginner Workout
I am really glad that I ordered this dvd. I have never done any pilates before this. I was very pleased with the way she was really clear in her instructions. It’s easy to understand and follow. I wasn’t very active before my pregnancy, due to a surgery, but I can keep up with it and I truly do have more energy afterwards. I recommend this product, especially to anyone who has never done pilates before…you’ll enjoy it.

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10 Minute Solution Prenatal Pilates

No Time To Exercise? We have the solution for you – the 10 Minute Solution! Everyone can find at least ten minutes in their day, and we’ve developed 5 dynamic workouts that are just 10 minutes each. The workouts were designed to help you stay fit and healthy throughout your pregnancy. These compact workouts fit into even the busiest of schedules. Split them into 5 separate workouts or do them all together for one amazing, prenatal Pilates workout! Highlighted in the August 16th, 2007 issue of The New York Times, this DVD will allow you to modify your workouts to your pregnant body.

Pilates For Buns & Thighs: Get ready to strengthen your lower body and get toned, firm thighs and buns – even as your belly continues to get bigger.

Standing Pilates: For this segment, instructor Lizbeth Garcia reworked traditional mat work into standing exercises that help improve strength, balance and coordination – things needed throughout pregnancy, especially needed in the third trimester.

Core Pilates: This workout focuses on strengthening your core muscles to help you bounce back from delivery and may even help to reduce lower back pain during pregnancy.

Pilates For Flexibility: Allow your body and mind to relax while you focus on releasing tight muscles through fluid exercises that will increase your flexibility and overall sense of well-being.

Total Body Pilates: Designed to develop overall muscle strength and flexibility, this segment will help you firm and tone your body. It may also make delivery easier by teaching you how to breathe deeply and evenly while tightening the muscles of your pelvic floor.

POSTNATAL BONUS WORKOUT: FLAT BELLY FAST As a special bonus to use after your pregnancy, this core-focused segment created by instructor Suzanne Bowen zeros in on the deepest abdominal muscles with a singular goal: to flatten your belly fast. A set of 2- 3 pound dumbbells and 1-2 pillows are recommended for this workout.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars A great workout for pregnant moms
I am 28 weeks pregnant and have been using this dvd for the past two weeks. I am new to pilates and I have to say so far it’s been great. The instructor is easy to follow, she gives good tips for modification, slowly adds difficulty to the exercises, and seems very natural. Yes, there are short segments on your back, but all the while you are moving, (tilted abs, spinal twists and precursor to bridges, which by the way, the latter two, you do in regular prenatal yoga class). The instructor herself is 36 weeks pregnant and I doubt she would put herself at risk either. I love the option to mix and match your workout or do as much as your busy schedule allows. Over all, great buy, I would definitely recommend it to stay in shape and would give it to my friends for use.

5 Stars So far, been liking it a lot!
The back exercises are really too short to be problematic… all in all, seems like a wholesome workout, and she’s clear and easy to follow. Thanks!

5 Stars Great DVD
It is a great workout video! She is an encouragment to all women and her teaching style is great.

5 Stars Just what I was looking for!
I love this video. Before I bought this one I had tried 3 other prenatal workout vidoes and none of them relly left me feeling like I had done much for my body once I was done with them. I actually broke out in a sweat with this one and felt more energized afterwards. The individual 10 min. workouts, makes it really convenient to start a stop when I need to. I would highly recommend this video to moms who want to stay in great shape and feel good while pregnant!

5 Stars 10 minute solution: prenatal pilates
This is a great dvd at a great price. I like that you can customize your workout by choosing which 10 minute sessions you want to do and in what order.

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Pilates During Pregnancy Vol 1

Pilates During Pregnancy with Niece Pecenka - An inpiring Pilates based routine adapted for busy women in all trimesters who want to feel fit, healthy, and fabulous.

Pilates requires you to move consciously - using the breath to revitalize and energize - something you will need to depend on during and after childbirth. Every movement in Pilates emanates from the “center” - helping you focus on those muscles necessary for labor and delivery.

This routine is comprised of two distinct sections to make the most of you time.

Section I - abdominal and breath work = 15 minutes

Section II - side leg series, lower body work = 30 minutes

Sections I and II can be combined for a longer workout depending upon your time and energy level.

You will need a minimum of three blankets, folded and stacked. So Let’s Move!

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars An awsome workout!
This was a very pleasant and yet challenging Workout. The Breathing and Core excercises were perfect for me and I am 5 months pregnant. The legs exercise was really good. If you are wanting to tone and target your leg and butt area this is a really good excercise program. You will feel it…I did ! Also Niece is really pleasant but not cheezy at all like some workout videos I have seen. Hope You enjoy as much as I do.

5 Stars Love it. Buy it. You won’t be sorry.
I’m 22 weeks along and I’m THRILLED to have found a pregnancy pilates video that isn’t terrible. In fact, I was surprised with how much I liked it!

Before getting pregnant I went to a regular class on the pilates beds, so doing mat work isn’t my favorite - but the DVD is great. I appreciate that it’s still somewhat challenging, yet enjoyable AND that the instructor is pregnant, as well. You can do as much (or as little) as what’s comfortable.

Do note that the two sections: abs/lower body do not include any arm/upper body works. That’s my ONLY complaint. But, I’d buy this DVD again if given the choice.

4 Stars Pilates for Pregnancy
I have really enjoyed this video. The intructor is pleasant to listen to and seems to move at an almost perfect pace. I enjoy the moves very much, even though the leg work tends to hurt and really work, but that’s what I wanted! I would recommend this video to any pregnant woman!

3 Stars Less than I expected
The video is good, but it lacks guidance and explanations or modifications for different trimesters, especially the third one. Also the background is very dark, and if you were to watch it on a computer, like I do, the details are hard to distinguish, such as the proper leg positioning etc.

In terms of difficulty, I have done Pilates before and did not think it was difficult.

Another concern is the stretches which are almost none for legs.

In terms of recommending, I would say buy it if you don’t find anything better. Otherwise, buy something else.

5 Stars Great Workout for the lower body
I love this workout! For those who would like a break down of the pros and cons, here they are.

Pros:

-The instructor is pleasant but doesn’t talk too much

-breathing is explained and easy to follow

-well organized, good length

-Can be broken up into two smaller workouts if you are feeling tired

-Will definitely tone the lower body

Cons:

-While I do not find the moves difficult, this DVD is not for the newbie to pilates. The moves are not broken down as they would need to be for a beginner. Also, technique is not given in detail. It seems that it is expected you are familiar with pilates.

-Took a LONG time to get to me. This is a popular DVD and was hard to get my hands on. From the time I ordered it from Amazon it took almost 3 months to get to me….ORDER EARLY!

I will definitely be adding this to my pregnancy workout routine (and postnatal!). For those who are worried about reviews that say you are on your back too long, this is not the case. The ab work is done while being propped up (the instructor uses blankets, I like to use pillows) and at no point are you flat on your back. Aside from feeling I nice burn in my bum during the leg work, I was comfortable throughout the whole workout.

I will definitely be recommending this DVD to anyone who asks for pregnancy workout tips.

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