Crunch Fat Burning Pilates

Crunch Fat Burning Pilates

“Calorie burning cardio plus Pilates-based toning,” promises this 40-minute Crunch program, which combines Pilates-influenced standing and mat exercises. In the cardio section, instructor Ellen Barrett uses Pilates terminology (e.g. “standing imprint”) as she adapts Pilates moves to rather repetitious standing exercises–mostly squats and leg lift variations–which work the core muscles of the abdominals and back as well as legs, thighs, and buttocks. The moves are sometimes slow and rarely “travel,” so your heart rate might not stay elevated, although your lower body and core muscles will get a good workout. The toning section consists of Pilates mat exercises which work abs, back, thighs, and buttocks. One exerciser demonstrates easier modifications. The background music is dominated by a lively drummer who keeps the workout upbeat and enthusiastic. –Joan Price

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Great Advanced Pilates Workout
This is a great workout for anyone who loves Pilates, but wants a more advanced workout with cardio elements. I’ve been doing Pilates for about 6 months, and I wanted to try something that focused on burning more calories and increasing my heartrate during the routine. Ellen’s video did just that! The first time I tried the video, I couldn’t make it through the whole routine, and I had to take a couple 30-second “breathers,” but it’s definitely a great workout and you will notice changes in your body right away.

4 Stars Good for What Ails You
I get bored very easily by plain repetitive exercise; I prefer dance, but the bouncy drums and the creative names on this one keep me interested. I have had a problem with a shoulder tendon popping out of position, and I was afraid this would be too much for me, but really putting my all into the arm circles and swings stablize the tendon, reduce inflammation and pain, and unfroze the joint. Likewise, a bunion on one foot is twisting the tendons in my foot out of position, but I have found this very helpful in straightening the tendons and stablizing my ankle, as long as I remember to keep squarely on the ball and not roll to the side of the foot. Overall I found have found it a real advantage in keeping fit and flexible. Some critique: so many plies and squats can develop really bulging upper thigh muscles. For a sleeker line, replace a few of them with leg stretches. I don’t do the mat portion–too many crunchies. My ballet instructor, my massage therapist who puts me back together when too many things fall off, and I agree that crunchies are bad for the back, especially the neck. I do my own stretching instead. But overall I find this tape really good for keeping me fit and 60.

5 Stars Crunch- Fat Burning Pilates- Ellen Barrett
This is an awesome work out! It is easy and gentle enough for the beginner, but you get advanced results. It realigns your entire body also, especially your spine. The tone of the work out really has great energy too! Thank you!

5 Stars Great Workout
I am very much a beginner in the exercise world. This is one of the first DVDs that I have purchased. The instructor is very friendly and personable. I found the workout to be challenging, especally the mat section. My abs hurt for days after the matwork. I recommend this DVD for anyone looking for a fun way to get in shape. It’s amazing that there is such a thing as an enjoyabe workout, but this is it!

5 Stars crunch
When I first started working out I used this tape. It is a great workout. I ended up buying two other of her videos. I think Ellen does a great job and know matter how many times I watch the tape she never is annoying.

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