Gaiam - Fitness Balance Ball For Weight Loss [DVD]

I have always like Suzanne Season yoga DVD so I thought I would try her balance ball one and it is pretty decent. Not too strenuous of an exercise but you really have to focus on the has to keep the ball stabilized. Also I purchased as a used DVD and it was listed as in good condition and that is what I found it to be. Also had prime shipping too.

I love Suzanne Deason, but didn't enjoy this DVD as well. It is set inside a gym; her others are set outside in beautiful settings. Most moves are doable for beginners, others are in the intermediate and advanced category. Won't be a favorite, but it definitely exercises different parts of the body and does the job.

I really love this workout. I have fibromyalgia and since I've discovered the exercise ball, it has changed my workouts for the better. I like all the ball workouts from Gaiam that I've tried. This DVD is no exception. It provides clear, concise instructions. The exercises flow from one to the other. I've found that I feel invigorated and toned after finishing this workout although it is also gentle due to the nature of the exercise ball supporting the body in every aspect. It is more challenging than a basic workout and you can adjust the intensity of the exercises. One thing I've found very convenient about this particular DVD is that each exercise is its own chapter. Therefore if you want to skip an exercise you can just go to the next chapter instead of scanning through the current exercise. Also you can pick and choose which sections you want to do by choosing the "Custom" option on the main menu. There are three sections, the first concentrating on abs and upper body, the second on the lower body and various Pilates moves using the ball, and the last section a combination of allover body workout and stretching. There is also a "fundamentals" section at the beginning to show correct placement on the ball and the basics of positioning, etc. If you do the whole thing it takes about 45 minutes.

I love the balance ball workouts. They are so much fun and you will notice weight loss about 2 weeks using the video 40 minutes daily. I really like Suzanne Deason, who is a yoga trainer, who combines a balance ball with yoga to create a workout. I have been following her DVDs for a year now. I would recommend this DVD for weight loss, because every part of the body is used..the abs, upper body, and lower body. I received this used DVD in excellent condition and delivery time was just about a week wait. I would definitely recommend this DVD and the seller.

I was a little surprised that it was an instructional video, but it was very easy to understand. Each section contains workouts that are challenging yet easy for someone to do. The video's music is a little slow and some parts are a little dry and boring but all in all this is a good video for someone just learning to use the balance ball.

exactly as described

I am very pleased with this DVD. Susan has a very calming quality to her voice, gives just enough instruction without being chatty. I have been using the DVD less than a month and am already seeing and feeling results. The moves are easy enough as not to be intimidating but challenging enough that I have to work. All moves are doable -except for the "teaser", but can definitely feel that I have worked my core muscles.

Received wrong dvd.

Not as strong as hoped,my children managed to puncture it !

It's now the second DVD I buy from Gaiam, with Suzane Deason as an Instructor...and I'm obviously going to buy a lot more. It's great exercise, not too demanding, but not too easy either, she is great with the explanations of the positions, breathing, etc.. And when you finish the exercise you feel lighter, and relaxed... A definite must have for home exercisers.

I bought this DVD a few months back. It's all right if you're familiar with Pilates positions; however it is quite hard to master all her moves. Especially if you're a beginner at the balance ball. It certainly didn't make me feel as if I was utilising my body and my muscles to their full strength and capacity, I didn't feel out of breath and i didn't feel as if I'd had a proper work out. I don't think this DVD is for weight loss, I see it more as a toning DVD. If you want to get toned, buy it! If you want to lose weight, go to the gym!

Good routine, not too difficult. I think the instructor talks a little fast though.

Excellent fitness video if you love Pilates and Susan Deason is a great instructor.If you love Pilates with a baloon ball then you will love this as I do. Great instructor too.