Ballet Beautiful: Total Body Workout (DVD)

I was curious to try this ballet/pilates inspired workout because I used to dance and wanted to regain that long, lean musculature that dancers have instead of the more bulky look that many other work-out routines give you. I've only just started following the work-outs, but I can already feel the difference! One thing I would strongly recommend is to take a good 10-15 minutes of thorough stretches beforehand because Mary Helen Bowers goes fast and does many sets, which can make you really sore afterwards if you don't stretch sufficiently. She of course says to stretch, take breaks, and drink plenty of water in between work-outs, but if you are like me and eager to begin, you will at first probably do only a few of the stretches she quickly does before each set, but unless you are already crazily in-shape like her, you'll need to do a lot more stretching than she shows you to do. I really like the simple, non-distracting space that she works-out in, and the classical piano music playing in the background too.

ballet beautiful is 6 10 minute ballet workouts to tone and shape the body a real good dvd

Great! I haven't danced in years and I am going to start dancing again soon. This workout is really putting me back into shape. Awesome workout without a sweat. It's actually very tough but it's worth it!

Wonderful video. A great workout! Will definitely buy as a gift for friends.

This workout kicked my butt! But it was fun. After the first day, I expected to wake up with a six pack and toned buns and thighs. I'd highly recommend

I like the music and the low impact exercises. Just the product I was wanted for an at-home muscle toning workout.

Love it great work out video I love ballet so its fun

Great workout! If you just watch it the first time it may look easy! Once you try it you may think it'll never end. You feel a nice burn and feel the work the next day. I am not a beginner, so I must say it will be worth your money. A change of pace from traditional workouts. Once you get a hang of it work on perfect form. Makes huge difference.

If you're looking for something to really tone your legs and butt, this is ideal. Been using for two weeks now and already starting to see a difference. Like other users, I recommend a little extra stretching before you start because she starts after only a few, short stretches. The arm workout is great too. If you want something for abs, you may need something extra because the focus is more so on the legs. Which is understandable, it's a ballet workout. I love it.

This workout is not easy to do, do not stop. You will see the difference.