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The Firm: Sculpt-ilates with Band

Level:		Intermediate

Toning emphasis:		Lower body & Abs

Emphasis details

Toning Emphasis

Upper body:	9 minutes	(20%)
Lower body:	16 minutes	(35%)
Abs:	21 minutes	(45%)

Instructor:

Robyn Johnson

Customer rating:

(average of 7 customer ratings)


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A mix of classic Pilates and Firm-style variations — slightly more “athletic” and a little less “strict.” The DVD comes with a resistance band that boosts intensity and improves technique (by limiting momentum). The program begins with a flowing series of standing routines — moves that target the muscles from different angles and with different positions. That’s followed by traditional floorwork like “scissors,” “roll ups” and “leg circles” (moves proven to build lean, strong muscles). Adapted from classic matwork, these exercises maintain Pilates’ unique core focus. Both sections use the band. Led by Robyn Johnson. ©2008.

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The Firm: Sculpt-ilates with Band

Not as great as I expected

I've only done this video one time (yesterday) and I'm not really pleased with it. I actually got my husband to try it with me and he could not keep up. The instructor goes way too fast between workouts and by the time you fix the band in the position she instructed, she's already half way through the next move! That was the biggest con. Also, sorry to any "Firm" fans but her voice did get on my nerves. She kept repeating to watch "Keltsy" for beginners over and over...That was annoying. There are a few good moves in the video however I agree with someone else who said there are not enough reps of each move to get a good workout. This will probably be a video I'll reach for on my off days. - posted by Amanda on 11/18/2008

Great workout

I really liked this workout. Robyn does a great job. I have always liked the Firm workouts. I am getting older, so the ones they have had the last couple of years are great. I still do the step ones once in awhile, but I love the newer ones. The Firm gets better all the time. - posted by Barbara on 10/24/2008

I loved it!

I agree with Elaine. Pilates is not meant to be so intensive. This video is a bit of a departure from the traditional FIRM video. I suspect that the FIRM video producers want to offer an alternative type of exercise video for those who can no longer do high impact and intense workouts because of various reasons such as health, injury, age, etc. I am, as an older person, glad to see it. Pilates is a great form of exercise for these people. And I am a great fan of pilates. Robyn's video does a fabulous job of blending pilates movements with the always great FIRM workout tradition. - posted by Pam on 10/16/2008

A good low workout

I have many Firm DVDs and I find this is a welcome workout for the series of the Firm, calm and nevertheless strong, to give the necessary inner rest to your body after a heavy day task. No run, no burst and no replacements of equipment, only the band for the muscles on few place required. A good low workout. Thanks Vera form Belgium - posted by Vera on 10/16/2008

Nice Workout!

I think this is a solid intermediate Pilates workout. As far as the reps go, that's exactly what pilates is like~not tons of reps of any one type of exercise. I like Robyn's explainations and thought that Kelsie did a good job modifying. - posted by Elaine on 10/6/2008

Eh...Not Sure...

I agree with Shelley that this could have been a nice sculpting, tough workout if there were less talking between exercises. The instructor was okay but there really wasn't enough reps of any one exercise to make you feel worked out. I guess if would be okay if you wanted a low intensity workout but this isn't the one if you want sculpting. - posted by Sue on 9/24/2008

So-so

This could be a good workout if it was a little harder. The other new Firm workouts are much more effective and intense. If the instructor talked a little less between sets, if you will,did more reps per exercise, and transitioned a bit more quickly, it would make the workout more intense. The moves themselves are fine, just not enough reps to make them worthwhile in my opinion. Its not horrible, but also not terrific. - posted by Shelley on 9/20/2008

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Level

Beginner: Just starting out, very overweight or haven't exercised in over six months.

Intermediate: Active in sports, dance or any regular exercise (2 to 3 times per week).

Advanced: Very active in sports or consistently work out four or more times per week.

Toning emphasis

Upper body: Arms, chest and back.

Lower Body: Legs, thighs, hips and buttocks.

Abs: Abdominals (stomach), core and sometimes lower back.

Total body: Tones all three of the above muscle groups.

Muscle Toning

Definition: Slow, controlled movements working against resistance (e.g. dumbbells, a band or just your own body weight). Includes Pilates and weight training.

Benefits: Builds lean muscles. Increases your metabolism. Makes everyday activities easier.