Living Arts Pilates - Intermediate Mat Workout

Ana Caban
Year Released: 2001

Categories: Pilates/Core Strength


I've tried a lot of Pilates tapes and this DVD is one of my favorites. It is intended as a follow-up to the Beginning Mat Workout. The beginning tape has more instruction but if you have a fairly good basis in Pilates, you can start with this one. I don't remember the exact sequencing of the workout but it does include exercises for the abs, the sidekick series for legs and a couple of pushup type exercises for arms and chest. I like that Ana uses breathing cues and good visualization techniques. I also like the modifier, Tara, who is calm and unimposing but knows what she's doing. The Living Arts Intermediate workout is not as fast-paced as other Intermediate Pilates workouts but if you pay attention to form, you can really grow with this one. The bonus workout on the DVD is excellent and beautiful as well.

Instructor Comments:
Ana is very professional and cheerful without being overly perky. She gives good thorough instructions and has a soothing voice.

Nat

08/11/2004