Denise Austin - Mat Workout Based on the Work of J.H. Pilates

Pros: Excellent, focused abdominal and back stretching and toning workout.

Cons: Tough for beginners.

The Bottom Line: This video is an excellent, focused abdominal and back workout, as it includes both stretching and toning elements.

Review: I am a huge connoisseur of fitness magazines. Therefore, I am often very knowledgeable about the latest fitness trends. This, however, does not in any way relate to my actual fitness level. Knowing about them doesn't make me fit, just as reading...

Pros: Fantastic for all over stretching, and great workout for the abs.

Cons: I guess it could be a bit challenging for beginners.

The Bottom Line: Amazing workout. Targets the abs. Stretches the back. Improves all over flexibility. Great for beginners on up.

Review: I'm one of those many people who wants to be in shape but doesn't want to take a lot of time or sweat, blood, and tears to get there. UNlike many other people, I have no desire to lose any weight. I am 5'6" and currently 105 lbs. and do not want to do...

Pros: effective, easy, well-rounded workout

Cons: This workout was perfect!

The Bottom Line: If you've been searching for a perfect workout, this is it!

Review: I’m usually skeptical picking out a workout to buy in fearing that it’ll be too advanced, too easy, too complicated, or not enough. However, this Denise Austin’s Pilates workout is so great! Denise Austin is a cheerful and encouraging instructor. She ...

Pros: 2 short workouts, really work the abs!

Cons: no warm up!

The Bottom Line: This is a nice introduction to Pilates, and Denise Austin is lower key than I have ever seen her. It's worth a look.

Review: In my ongoing quest to try out new and different workouts, I thought I’d try out something "new" – and currently popular: Pilates. Denise Austin’s Mat Workout Based on the Work of J.H. Pilates was not my first experience with the Pilates method...

Pros: Great exercises for your back and abdominals, easy to learn, doesn't get boring

Cons: Denise Austin is annoying.

The Bottom Line: This video contains great exercises to stretch and strengthen the back and abdominal exercises. It is suitable for both beginners and more advanced exercisers.

Review: The Denise Austin Mat Workout Based on the Work of J.H. Pilates was my first adventure into the world of pilates. For those of you who aren't familiar with pilates, it is an excercise philosophy that focuses on stengthening your "core" region- your...

Pros: Will strengthen your abs, back, and hips. Low Impact and calming workout.

Cons: Some of the movements are a little fast paced.

The Bottom Line: I recommend this video for someone wanting to strengthen their abs, hips, and back in a time efficient way. My back pain has diminished with the strengthening from this workout.

Review: When I first saw this video, I was a bit skeptical. Denise Austin is known for being "ever so perky" and talkative, which is great for her aerobics videos and to get you through those last few reps in weight training-but in yoga and Pilates I just...

Pros: Effective workout, 2 20 minute segments for people pressed for time

Cons: Tough the first couple times

The Bottom Line: This is a great exercise video and I recommend it to anyone that seeks to challenge their abdominals.

Review: I'd been looking forward to doing this Pilates tape since I bought it, but I had to wait since I was pregnant with my second child. Now, 4 weeks postpartum, I'm already feeling stronger, walking taller, and feeling better about my body after using this...

Pros: Great workout for your abs and back, increases flexibility, low impact

Cons: No beginning stretch, challenging for beginners, Denise Austin

The Bottom Line: A decent Pilates workout for people who are looking to tone and strengthen your muscles without the sweat and jumping around.

Review: I'm finally gaining that freshman 15 that everyone talks about a year after I'm graduated and done with college. Joy! So what does this chick do about it? She runs out to Target and checks out their exercise videos.

I wasn't in...

Pros: Introduces many different Pilates moves as well as a yoga-Pilates mix.

Cons: Fast paced and slightly difficult for beginners to follow.

The Bottom Line: This video is not one that I would recommend you go out and buy unless you have totally exhausted all other Pilates video options.

Review: Denise Austin - Mat Workout Based on the Work of J.H. Pilates was given to me as a gift...and I'm glad, because I wouldn't go out and buy it after watching it. The box cover is a little misleading because in BIG white letters it says PILATES, but if you...