Minna leads a group of exercisers and one of the background exercisers shows modifications. Minna is also encouraging that you do the move you can at your level. Throughout the workout, she gives very precise instructions on how to place parts of your body and in how things should feel. I don’t do yoga, but felt confident that I was doing the moves correctly because she gave such good instructions. This workout is made up of three sections: lunges and squats, downward dogs and plants, and core/abs work. After the workout, I felt well worked out.

I am not going to keep the workout for two reasons. First, the whole way through, I wondered how well it would fit with my normal routine and whether I would do it on a regular basis. Then, we hit the second section and I realized how many moves required propping your weight on your hands. If you have hand/wrist issues, this probably isn’t the workout for you. Other reviewers had mentioned this section, but I had just missed the implications for me, someone who can’t prop myself on my hands for an extended period of time.

Overall, I think it is a well-done workout that a lot of people will enjoy. It’s just not for me.

Instructor Comments:
Minna explains the moves really well. She also gives a range of options and truly does make it okay to do what is okay for your level, fitness and confidence.

Laura S.