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Crunch - Fat Burning Pilates | 
 enlarge | Actor: Ellen Barrett
Studio: Starz / Anchor Bay
Category: DVD
List Price: $9.98
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Avg. Customer Rating:  143 reviews
Sales Rank: 9225
Format: Color, Dvd-video, Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 43
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: DV12584
UPC: 013131258493
EAN: 0013131258493
ASIN: B00009V7QF
Theatrical Release Date: 2003
Release Date: September 9, 2003
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Amazon.com
"Calorie burning cardio plus Pilates-based toning," promises this 40-minute Crunch program, which combines Pilates-influenced standing and mat exercises. In the cardio section, instructor Ellen Barrett uses Pilates terminology (e.g. "standing imprint") as she adapts Pilates moves to rather repetitious standing exercises--mostly squats and leg lift variations--which work the core muscles of the abdominals and back as well as legs, thighs, and buttocks. The moves are sometimes slow and rarely "travel," so your heart rate might not stay elevated, although your lower body and core muscles will get a good workout. The toning section consists of Pilates mat exercises which work abs, back, thighs, and buttocks. One exerciser demonstrates easier modifications. The background music is dominated by a lively drummer who keeps the workout upbeat and enthusiastic. --Joan Price
Product Description
Welcome to CRUNCH Fitness! Get the best of both worlds and the most for your effort with this winning combination: calorie-burning cardio along with Pilates-based toning. Impact safe yet so effective it maximizes your fat-burning potential. You ll start with easy-to-follow cardio that skillfully blends dance and low impact cardio with standing Pilates-inspired moves into one routine to challenge your aerobic fitness improve your posture and put you more in touch with the power of your core. Then kick off your shoes and hit the floor to tighten and tone your favorite body parts including abs butt and thighs. Get long lean sexy muscles with our series of Pilates mat exercises sure to give you a year-round bikini body! For faster results than Pilates alone this combo workout can help you sculpt your body AND burn fat! For all fitness levels. A mat or rug and bare feet are highly recommended for the Pilates floorwork.The CRUNCH Philosophy:The CRUNCH fitness program welcomes people from all walks of life regardless of shape size or ability. We created a workout environment that is not competitive or judgmental. Enjoy these favorite classes with imaginative instructors in an atmosphere that makes working out fun.Meet the instructor:Meet the instructor: Ellen Barrett instructor at CRUNCH Los Angeles. Certified Pilates and fitness instructor and founder of buffgirlfitness.com. Fitness philosophy: Strive to be the best version of yourself.System Requirements:Starring: Ellen Barrett Directed By: Andrea Ambandos Running Time: 43 Min. Color Copyright Anchor Bay Entertainment 2003.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: HEALTH/FITNESS Rating: NR UPC: 013131258493 Manufacturer No: DV12584
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 Nice Combination October 1, 2008
I like the fact that this is a blend of cardio workouts and pilates workouts that I was able to handle pretty well. I definately get my heart rate up with the exercises and feel like I am burning fat like the title says. I also like the instructor, both her personality and teaching are very appealing.
cardio & pilates September 15, 2008
This was a nice mixture of cardio & pilates workout. If you desire a vigorous workout with plenty of aerobic exercises this is not for you. But I found I really don't need to jump around and become exhausted to feel like I benefited from a workout. I took plenty of aerobic exercises in a gym years ago, but I prefer these pilate dvd's to those anyday. I could work out much more often to this dvd because the cardio & pilates is not hectic & I feel the toning more because I am concentrating on every stretch. The instructor is always telling us to be aware of our core, so the abs are getting a good workout also. The mat work is also very good. You can always replay the last 15 min or so of the mat work if you don't feel you got enough.
 Mediocre at best, and way too repetitive August 4, 2008
Definitely an interesting idea for a video - cardio mixed in with Pilates work. But I have to say that the cardio section is pretty disappointing. I didn't feel that it did a good job of working different muscle groups. All of the movements were based around doing squats...over...and over again. I think my thighs got a good work out but I'm not sure about the rest of my body. And the movements in the cardio section were extremely repetitive - to the point where I completely lost interest and was just counting down until the end of the section.
The (very) brief mat work portion of the video is better, but I wouldn't recommend it for anyone who hasn't done some pilates before, as the instructor doesn't give very detailed instructions during this part.
I'll still bust out this video when I want a change in routine sometimes, but I'm always instantly reminded of why I don't like it. One of my least favorite crunch videos so far.
Feel the Burn June 18, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I know nothing about pilates, yet this DVD was completely easy to follow. This is the second Ellen Barrett exercise DVD I've tried and I love them both. The 40 minute moves are easy to follow with upbeat music played in the background and the burn is felt for days afterwards.
crunch fat burning pilates May 9, 2008
I think that this video is a fun video and effective at the same time. You feel like you have done your workout, but don't feel like you have worked yourself to death. It is enjoyable, and moves quickly so you don't feel like you have been doing the same move forever. Worth my money.
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