Yoga Zone Introduction to Yoga

(*est. $15)

Yoga/Stretch

Emphasizes the mind-body connection
Modifications provided
Good for beginners

Pace seems slow after awhile
Not as strenuous as other DVDs

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Our Analysis

Exercise experts say yoga offers toning and flexibility at a relaxed pace, and they point to the Yoga Zone series as some of the best yoga workout DVDs on the market. The Yoga Zone instructor, Alan Finger, has taught yoga for over 30 years; this video emphasizes the mind-body connection and starts with deep breathing exercises. Each pose is described in detail and modifications are provided. Owners posting to review sites say that this video is an excellent introduction to yoga, but it doesn't offer as challenging or intense a workout as Billy Blanks Tae Bo Amped (*est. $40) or Kathy Smith Timesaver: Lift Weights to Lose Weight (*est. $15).

The Yoga Zone Introduction to Yoga exercise video (and the Yoga Zone series in general) is the top pick of About.com's guide to Hinduism among yoga DVDs. This video series also earns praise from owners posting to Amazon.com.

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1. About.com

Das, the Hinduism guide at About.com, gives the top slot on his list of the best yoga videos to the Yoga Zone series. It's praised for its "fresh approach" and careful demonstrations of poses. (Note: About.com and ConsumerSearch share a parent company but are not editorially affiliated.)

Review: Guide Picks - Top 10 Yoga Videos, Subhamoy Das

2. Amazon.com

There are 31 owner-written reviews for The Yoga Zone - Introduction to Yoga, and it gets very good overall ratings. The vast majority think this video offers an excellent introduction to yoga with a very good instructor.

Review: Yoga Zone - Introduction to Yoga (Beginners) Reviews, Contributors to Amazon.com

3. Video Fitness.com

Users praise the instructor Alan Finger for his calming manner and soothing voice, with some feeling he is the "perfect" instructor. Many agree that this is an excellent video for those new to yoga, and owners also like the modifications offered for people of different abilities.

Review: Yoga Zone Introduction to Yoga , Contributors to VideoFitness.com

4. Collage Video.com

This video is a favorite with staff and users, who give it very positive feedback overall. One more critical comment notes that it's good for people who are new to yoga, but not for experienced exercisers.

Review: Yoga Zone's Introduction to Yoga , Contributors to CollageVideo.com

5. Epinions.com

There are just two very positive reviews by Epinions contributors, who feel the Yoga Zone - Introduction to Yoga for Beginners is easy to follow, fun, and led by a good instructor. After a while, however, both reviewers seem to agree that the routine will feel slow.

Review: Yoga Zone -Introduction to Yoga for Beginners, Contributors to Epinions.com