Mandy Ingber's Yogalosophy Workout DVD

My fiancee loves this DVD. Great way to work out without getting cardiac arrest lolMandy does a good job integrating aspects of yoga into a solid but flexible toning workout.

But I felt like I needed to share my experience. I find it so weird when other reviewers say "PLEASE DON'T BUY THIS!" just because it didn't work for them. Just give the opinion, and let others make up their own mind.Anyway, I've done this DVD for about a month now, and personally, I LOVE IT. I've done many different workouts over the last 20+ years, and this is one of my all-time favorites. True, it's not a "traditional" yoga workout, but it doesn't claim to be. it's a mix of yoga poses, with standard toning exercises such as lunges, squats, sit ups, etc. but for some reason, it just works for me. I can do Jillian Michaels for weeks and barely see a difference, I do this workout and all of sudden I have arm and leg muscles I haven't seen in years. I feel like I get a full body workout- and my body just seems to respond to it. I feel exhausted yet relaxed when the workout is over.The cuing is a little off. sometimes she starts a new set without saying anything, but after doing the workout a few times you learn what you should be doing and when to do it. As far as Mandy, some people don't like that she talks so much, but I find her charming. she's funny and real. So she mentions "i've got a great a**" a few times. so what. I want a great a** too or I wouldn't be doing this workout!I recommend this DVD and hope you give it a try. I actually bought an extra one just in case this one breaks.p.s. The first time I did the DVD, I kept thinking "this voice! i know this voice! why do I know this voice?!" it drove me so crazy I had to stop the DVD and look Mandy up on IMDB. I realized I recognized her from her role as Annie Tortelli (Carla's daughter-in-law) on Cheers. Just a little fun fact for Cheers fans!

I bought the Yogalosphy book and allthough it's a pretty basic book, I found that after going along with this dvd, I was actually doing some of the moves in the routine incorrectly!! Buying the dvd has helped me follow along with her on the yogalosphy routine and I am forever confident when doing so. She makes you laugh, feel good about yourself, and never tells you to push harder... she actually tells you to listen to your body. Mandy is patient in the dvd which helps me slow down and really feel each movement to the fullest. Sometimes, people speed through moves thus not creating the effect you are trying to achieve.The dvd is perfect! Wish there were more moves to follow since she has a bunch of "extra credit" moves to try in her book that I seem to have a hard time getting but if they were in the dvd, it would make the book and the dvd a total package. Overall, I bought both her book and dvd and I am satisfied with the results! Anyone can try it!!

I am a working-class women. I’ve had a DVD centered practice for 20 years. It’s been rare that I go to an in person yoga class. It’s more cost effective to buy a 20 dollar DVD, then to spend 20 dollar on a one-time class.Mandy’s teaching style doesn’t translate well into the DVD centered practice. Because a joke that is slightly amusing the first time, gets less funny with repeated plays of the same session.I’m sure that in-person classes with Mandy are fun. Like hanging out with your new super popular, slightly funny friend talking about your butt.It doesn’t bare repeated watching, which is central to a DVD centered practice.

I am very athletic, doing cardio and lifting weights 3-4 times a week, for 15 years. I needed a change in my routine and turned to this video based on good reviews. I found it challenging and felt very relaxed afterward. It is not exactly yoga, more calisthenics, though she does do some yoga poses. The only caution I offer is that she talks you into the correct posture of a pose, which is good, but she leaves you there while she discusses it. I found I was working one side of my body more than the other. She states in the beginning of the video that you will be in each pose for 8 breaths, so once I became familiar with the routine I counted for myself so that I got an even workout on each side. Other that that it is a great video.

First of all, I NEVER write reviews but I just had to share my experience and thoughts about this DVD...Not only am I a huge Jennifer Aniston fan, but I had been wanting to try yoga for some time. I am a stay-at-home mother of two small children and I felt like I needed something other than my treadmill for a workout. I've also known that yoga can help with stress and relaxation, so I decided to try it. I love love love Mandy Ingber! People have to remember that this is a hybrid workout, yoga poses combined with strengthening exercises. I have been doing the 30 minute workout 6 days a week for the last month and a half, and wow! My flexibility has increased beyond my imagination, I'm toning everywhere, and I actually enjoy the feeling of sinking into a pose and just letting myself feel it! I have done the 55 minute challenge a few times and really enjoy it, but the "30 minute silent" has become my ultimate favorite. It's quick, awesome music, calming, and it really works!

Mandy Ingber is so wonderful! I can't say enough...I've been doing this dvd for about 3 weeks and have dropped a pant size already! I feel so good after doing this workout. I have chronic pain with low back and knee issues so I have to be really careful with my body. I feel like this workout helps my back and as long as I'm careful to modify the section with squats I'm just fine. The rest of it is smooth sailing. Mandy is really good at explaining the techniques with attention to form, etc. without being too chatty. She is witty and so positive, I felt she was genuine. I liked her style. The sections are put together so that you can do them one at time without watching the intro. if you want. Nice music in a beautiful outdoor setting. Can't wait to see the results from using it longer. I also hope that she continues to come out with other dvds! Great workout!!

I love it. One month on doing it 3 times a week I’ve noticed a change in body shape particularly round my midriff and I’m 50. Have changed my diet also to not have dairy or red meat nor wheat too. Lost kilo in 3 weeksRecommend watching her 10 min clip on you tube whilst waiting for the book / dvd to arrive, that way you have mastered some of the moves and can focus on the new ones.Some of the moves give you a rush of happiness which really surprised me as nothing is done with speed