need stretching tapes
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Debra
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Scott Cole's Millenium Stretch comes to mind, though his Tai Chi/yoga background is evident & might violate your criteria. I think Nancy C describes it best: "you will feel like butter".
starlight6
Cathlete
Karen Voight's Pure & Simple Stretch comes to mind. Also, there is a really informative & interesting tape on stretching which you can purchase through Collage called Stretching, The Video by Bob Anderson. It is a really thorough tutorial on stretching & of course includes stretch routine.
Make that "melted" butter
Cinza-
Debra is right-on about the inspiration for many moves in Millennium Stretch but please follow her (and Nancy C's) advice and give it a try. This routine not only gives you great back/spine/lower body stretches but also, at least for me, is a reliable and positive attitude adjustment and a "snap to" for body awareness. As with all good instruction - he shows modifications for those who are more and less flexible.
Scott has a stretch he identifies as a "seated Martha Graham" that makes my back feel soooooooooo good. I even do it at the office when I have a few minutes to myself. There are stretches that don't HAVE to be part of a 1/2 hour or hour-long routine but can be used during the day to keep your body aligned.
He spends lots of time stretching hamstrings - after warming up your back and hips - I hate to gush but I think this tape is to stretching what Cathe is to cardio and strength/core training. Sometimes it takes a few run-throughs or an unusual circumstance (such as my #%@*&$%@ herniated disk) to truly appreciate the detail and genius that people like Cathe and Scott put into their routines.
He ends the video on an upbeat, "let's go do it" note. I'm never entirely sure if I am using the tape for "physical" therapy or "mental" therapy, or both. If I ever get picked to go on "Survivor", this tape is in my suitcase.
For what it's worth.
Cinza-
Debra is right-on about the inspiration for many moves in Millennium Stretch but please follow her (and Nancy C's) advice and give it a try. This routine not only gives you great back/spine/lower body stretches but also, at least for me, is a reliable and positive attitude adjustment and a "snap to" for body awareness. As with all good instruction - he shows modifications for those who are more and less flexible.
Scott has a stretch he identifies as a "seated Martha Graham" that makes my back feel soooooooooo good. I even do it at the office when I have a few minutes to myself. There are stretches that don't HAVE to be part of a 1/2 hour or hour-long routine but can be used during the day to keep your body aligned.
He spends lots of time stretching hamstrings - after warming up your back and hips - I hate to gush but I think this tape is to stretching what Cathe is to cardio and strength/core training. Sometimes it takes a few run-throughs or an unusual circumstance (such as my #%@*&$%@ herniated disk) to truly appreciate the detail and genius that people like Cathe and Scott put into their routines.
He ends the video on an upbeat, "let's go do it" note. I'm never entirely sure if I am using the tape for "physical" therapy or "mental" therapy, or both. If I ever get picked to go on "Survivor", this tape is in my suitcase.
For what it's worth.
RE: Make that "melted" butter
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Janet, i appreciate your detailed recommendation.
I ordered it out on collagevideo... it looks good.
lots of good reports on video fitness.
after all the other work outs i do..... i need a real melt down..
i read that he holds poses for up to a minute.... i like that.
thank you for your enthusiastic report!
c
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Janet, i appreciate your detailed recommendation.
I ordered it out on collagevideo... it looks good.
lots of good reports on video fitness.
after all the other work outs i do..... i need a real melt down..
i read that he holds poses for up to a minute.... i like that.
thank you for your enthusiastic report!
c
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Nancy C
Guest
Scott is great and..
[font size="1" color="#FF0000"]LAST EDITED ON May-12-01 AT 08:05AM (Est)[/font][p]there is also a set of stretching tapes by Tamilee right now that are pretty good as well. Here is a link to them at her site http://www.webbworkout.com/Products.asp?ParentID=42686 I have only the purple one. I think it's Total body stetch for beginners. I don't know why she tagged these tapes with the phrase "beginners" because it's just basic stretching..moves anyone can use and enjoy at any level. I really don't see anyone out growning these tapes due to their fitness level.
I picked my tape up at a really good price at a local record/video store and they only had the one and I haven't made a concious effort to hunt down the other at the same price yet;-) but I hope to. Some have found the set at Borders for the price that Collage and Tamilee have them for as singles (don't hold me to that though;-)).
The workout in the purple box is designed so you can do three 10 minute sessions..or do the whole 1/2 hour in one sitting. Each 10 minutes stretches whole body. The first is done standing. The second is from a chair and the last is on the floor. I have a feeling the other tape is set up the same way. Tamilee is on a beach for the purple one. It's very relaxing and just basic solid stretching routines...no yoga, pilates or any of the other stuff you were concerned with.
And if you happen to get Scotts tape and enjoy it..he is due to come out with a sequel soon:7.
Just wanted to add..reviews for Scotts tape at VideoFitness and..I'm not sure, but Tamilee may not have any yet(might have to look in the new reviews page??? But here is a link to Scotts review http://www.videofitness.com/reviews/cole-ms.asp
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[font size="1" color="#FF0000"]LAST EDITED ON May-12-01 AT 08:05AM (Est)[/font][p]there is also a set of stretching tapes by Tamilee right now that are pretty good as well. Here is a link to them at her site http://www.webbworkout.com/Products.asp?ParentID=42686 I have only the purple one. I think it's Total body stetch for beginners. I don't know why she tagged these tapes with the phrase "beginners" because it's just basic stretching..moves anyone can use and enjoy at any level. I really don't see anyone out growning these tapes due to their fitness level.
I picked my tape up at a really good price at a local record/video store and they only had the one and I haven't made a concious effort to hunt down the other at the same price yet;-) but I hope to. Some have found the set at Borders for the price that Collage and Tamilee have them for as singles (don't hold me to that though;-)).
The workout in the purple box is designed so you can do three 10 minute sessions..or do the whole 1/2 hour in one sitting. Each 10 minutes stretches whole body. The first is done standing. The second is from a chair and the last is on the floor. I have a feeling the other tape is set up the same way. Tamilee is on a beach for the purple one. It's very relaxing and just basic solid stretching routines...no yoga, pilates or any of the other stuff you were concerned with.
And if you happen to get Scotts tape and enjoy it..he is due to come out with a sequel soon:7.
Just wanted to add..reviews for Scotts tape at VideoFitness and..I'm not sure, but Tamilee may not have any yet(might have to look in the new reviews page??? But here is a link to Scotts review http://www.videofitness.com/reviews/cole-ms.asp
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Tamilee's Stretch Tapes
I got both of Tamilee's stretch tapes in a set at Border's for $17.99. I love them! The one that Nancy doesn't have is straight 30 minutes instead of being broken down into 10 minute segments, and includes some of the same moves as the one in the purple box as well as some new stretches. A lot of the stretches are different from anything I've seen before. I highly recommend these tapes, plus the price is great for the Border's set.
Dana
I got both of Tamilee's stretch tapes in a set at Border's for $17.99. I love them! The one that Nancy doesn't have is straight 30 minutes instead of being broken down into 10 minute segments, and includes some of the same moves as the one in the purple box as well as some new stretches. A lot of the stretches are different from anything I've seen before. I highly recommend these tapes, plus the price is great for the Border's set.
Dana
RE: Tamilee's Stretch Tapes
I have seen Tamilee tapes under 10 at borders......I bought the new bun and the new abs ones there......I love her quiet style.
I will look for the stretch.
I also always keep an eye on half.com and ebay.
That way i can indulge and buy everything i want!!
thanks.
I have seen Tamilee tapes under 10 at borders......I bought the new bun and the new abs ones there......I love her quiet style.
I will look for the stretch.
I also always keep an eye on half.com and ebay.
That way i can indulge and buy everything i want!!
thanks.
starlight6
Cathlete
RE: Tamilee's Stretch Tapes
Hi Cinza, I do have KV's Pure & Simple Stretch & enjoy it very much. I have recently ordered Tamilee's new tapes because I have always loved her workouts & I was thrilled she had done something new. Now I am looking forward to doing them more than ever. I have not done any Pilates type work yet, but it is definitely on my agenda. I don't think I've ever heard anybody say anything negative about it. (Don't we all wish Cathe would do a Pilates tape? Not to mention a stretch tape!) Oh, and I almost forgot - pooch is doing pretty well! Not 100% yet but MUCH improved. Thanks for asking. Ruth
Hi Cinza, I do have KV's Pure & Simple Stretch & enjoy it very much. I have recently ordered Tamilee's new tapes because I have always loved her workouts & I was thrilled she had done something new. Now I am looking forward to doing them more than ever. I have not done any Pilates type work yet, but it is definitely on my agenda. I don't think I've ever heard anybody say anything negative about it. (Don't we all wish Cathe would do a Pilates tape? Not to mention a stretch tape!) Oh, and I almost forgot - pooch is doing pretty well! Not 100% yet but MUCH improved. Thanks for asking. Ruth