E1 ENTERTAINMENT Yoga Zone: Flexibility and Stress RELEAS

I purchased several other Yoga Zone DVDs before disccovering those with Alan Finger conducting the practice, and found them excellent. Alan Finger's sessions, which include meditation, did not disappoint. Beginners and experienced practitioners alike will find Alan's instruction easy to follow and extremely informative. One of the "hazards" of gaining experience is the tendency to get sloppy in poses. It never hurts to be reminded -- esp of alignment or proper breathing technique. At 60 minutes, this practice is just the right length, and again (as in my Power Yoga review) reflects what you would experience in a yoga studio class. I loved the Chakra meditation -- found it very soothing and inspiring to imagine the different energy centers of the body being energized while I "let go" in Corpse Pose. Alan also includes a bit of OM chanting at the end, something not inlcuded on the other Yoga Zone DVDs I've tried. Admittedly, this type of meditation may not be for everyone. But after practicing for about a year, I've noticed that I'm the most "in the zone" after a practice that incorporates all of these elements. Try it yourself and see what you think!

Of all the Yoga Zone DVD's that I own, this has to be the worst. I like a video where there isn't a lot of talking. Alan Finger does not stop talking throughout the entire video. As well, some of the postures were too basic. Since it's a DVD, you can choose to skip parts and make your own workout, which is a good thing because the beginning of the video is enough to turn anyone off.If you can get past Alan Finger talking all the time, some of the poses are actually challenging. He spends a lot of time on inverted postures, which I find are the most difficult. While it's not a favorite, I'll still keep it in my collection.. for now.

This is one of the best yoga dvd's I own. Alan Finger has been practicing yoga since he was 13 and is a very good teacher. He focuses on breathing and form, and his prompts come at the appropriate time so you can follow the moves easily. I own several yoga zone dvd's and think they are among the best for real yoga. I'm a beginner at yoga, and I think the beginning and intermediate levels are appropriately named. The poses are moved through slowly and thoroughly, and he encourages you to push but not strain yourself, to work at your level. One assistant performs the poses fully, while another performs them at a limited level for those who are less flexible or have physical problems.

This is a great yoga DVD for the beginner who is looking to move up to intermediate and for anyone whose goal is flexibility and stress release (as the title of the DVD states). The moves present enough of a challenge that I feel like I've done something when I'm through, yet are arranged in such a way that the final goal, stress release, is very much achieved. Alan Finger talks through the entire program but that is the format I prefer since it helps me stay constantly aware of my form. His voice is pleasant enough and his comments appropriate to what is taking place.

I recommend this DVD to anyone interested in learning yoga. I started learning yoga with Yoga Zone on TV six months ago. I have tried other yoga programs, but for me, Alan Finger and the yoga zone instructors are the best. The demonstrations by the presenters are excellent as is the verbal instruction, done by Alan. One person demonstrates the more advanced variation of the poses and another demonstrates the easier modified version for less experienced practitioners. This is an intermediate class and lasts about an hour. The class ends with a Chakra meditation. Any Yoga Zone program is a worth while investment, in my opinion. Good Luck with your yoga practice.

Suppose this might be a good video for some to try Yoga with but definitely not for beginners and for someone that has a hard time kneeling or sitting Indian style. Not made for bigger people.

I bought this video looking for a relaxing/stretching routine. I found it more challenging than I would expect for a relaxation sequence and the tape seemed to focuss more on the scenery and philosophy than actual practice. I have never bought a yoga zone tape before but do enjoy my Living Arts and Om Yoga ones. Tried it once and probably won't ever use it again...

Alan's voice is so soothing and the end meditation is so wonderful. I love that Alan really explains every pose not only on a physical level but also how each pose affects each chakra. I will be buying the whole series of yoga zone dvds.They women in the vidoe are real women not barbie look alikes. It is not intimidating and by the end of the dvd you feel stretched and relaxed.