Yoga Zone: Power Yoga for Strength & Endurance

Lisa Bennett
Year Released: 1999

Categories: Yoga


This is the first time that I tried this DVD, although I have had it for a while. I am so glad that I tried it, because I plan to use it regularly in my home yoga practice. It is an excellent and challenging power yoga workout. I am an intermediate yoga practitioner with good flexibility, strength and balance, and found this workout to be appropriate for my level, although a few poses, such as the raven and the half moon, were quite tough. I liked the way the workout progressed from sun salutations to chair pose with twists, to warrior poses, to seated poses, ending in savasana. The progression felt great, and just when I felt I needed a break, Lisa would move to the next pose which would provide one. I liked that there were 2 participants, with one showing modifications and the other showing the advanced level. In addition, the setting was very nice, with a tropical outdoor setting. The music was nice, yet unobtrusive.

By the end of the workout, which is nearly an hour, I felt like my entire body was thoroughly worked, yet tension-free and energized. I would recommend this workout to anyone who is above the advanced beginner level. I give it an A.

Instructor Comments:
Lisa is beautiful, and gives very clear and helpful instructions.

Abbe

04/01/2005