This video has been reviewed; my purpose here is to raise a red flag for exercisers with sensitive areas in the spine. Normally, Stott videos are a tonic for bad backs, but the more advanced use of a stability ball here might be detrimental for those with weaknesses. A little about me: I'm an intermediate Pilates student and would be advanced except for spine limitations. I have an extensive library of videos - including many Stotts (all loved) - and take lessons at a Stott certified studio.

I tried 3-D Balance after enjoying good results from the Level 1 video in the Stott ball series - Core Balance. Core Balance is great for those "bad back days." Experiencing a "strong back day," I popped in 3-D Balance.

The way Rollup is done - starting in a bridge pose with neck on the ball and legs out in table, then rolling over while shuffling the feet back so you can lean forward from a seated position, then promptly crab-walking out to get back in bridge - was like trying to perform a circus act. The stomach series is replicated with legs on the ball, upper back on the mat, butt in the air - for example, single leg circles have one foot on the ball, spine straight up in bridge, the other leg straight toward ceiling and circling. My back popped audibly in double leg stretch which requires popping the butt up into bridge, calves on the ball while arms are circling and there my workout ended.

Again let me stress, Stott has many workouts which promote back health. This one, for me anyway, just went down the wrong path. Bad Back Sisters & Brothers: I recommend Gaiam's Balance Ball for Weight Loss over 3-D Balance.

Instructor Comments:
Moira is an excellent Pilates coach with a stickler for detail. Her constant cueing is valued by many yet some find it annoying.

Pat58