Baywatch Yoga Rhythms

April Underwood, Jackie Potter
Year Released: 2003

Categories: Yoga


I am a beginner whowas intrigued by Collage's description of this tape. The dance segment is fun,fun,fun! Lots of hip rocking and neat arm movements. I did not break a huge sweat, but it still made me feel more coordinated and agile. For more advanced exercisers, I imagine it would make a nice cool down after another tape.

The yoga and ab sections were beautifully done. Just challenging enough for a beginner, and not "mystical" or off-putting.

I might also add that this is a gorgeous, shot-on film production. They switch back and forth between an outdoor garden and a luxurious indoor cabin. I found that the switching was not at all distracting and kept me alert and interested.

The resident "Baywatch" babe, Gena Lee Nolin, is actually not as bothersome as I expected her to be! She follows all the moves to the letter, and rarely says anything (when she does, it's short and easily tuned out). The occasional cleavage shot is easily forgiven.

All in all, I'd say this is a great tape for beginners looking to improve their coordination before attempting more challenging dance tapes. More advanced exercisers won't find it hard, but it is still fun!

Instructor Comments:
April is wonderful: clear about the moves; non-intimidating for a beginner like me;cheerful without being overly perky or bubbly. She is a wonderful dancer. Jackie is also very helpful, even a confirmed non-yoga-head like me understood every move.

Sasha

01/22/2009