Even though working out is one of the most important things you can do for both your physical and mental health, it is often one thing that gets left out in a fast-paced world. Whether you're just getting started, or if your exercise routine went away with disco, there are some great beginner workout videos to help you get in the groove.
Element Yoga for Beginners
According to the certified fitness experts at video purveyor Collage Video, "Element Yoga for Beginners" provides "clear directions and a fluid series of easy-to understand postures," making it "a perfect class for someone new to yoga." Set in an outdoor garden with relaxing music, this starter video also includes more advanced hip openers, back bends, and other twisting poses you can grow into.
Jillian Michaels: Complete Workout for Beginners
Fitness Magazine says "The Biggest Loser" trainer Jillian Michaels' "Complete Workout for Beginners" is "the best back to basics" video around. The easy-to-follow circuit training requires three to five pound dumbbells or an optional resistance band.
Petra Kolber: Cardio for Beginners
Collage Video says "Petra Colber's Cardio for Beginners" is "the ideal beginners’ program." The DVD features four segments of dance and athletic moves split into 11 and 21 minute segments. Dance moves include grapevines, mambos and step-touches while the athletic section features basic moves such as marches, V-steps and repeaters. "The cuing is superb," says Collage, "Petra knows exactly how to instruct and motivate a beginner-level class."
Jeanette Jenkins: The Hollywood Trainer 21 Day Total Body Circuit Workout
USA Today notes that the moves in "Jeanette Jenkins: The Hollywood Trainer 21 Day Total Body Circuit Workout" "are all ones you've seen before"; they include crunches, push-ups and lunges, "but have modifications to keep them from being boring." This beginner DVD even includes tips to make the exercises harder so that the workout will keep pace with you as you advance.
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