IPhone 3G used's review (Perfect for Unwinding After Work!) 『This video has been a godsend to me for unwinding after work. The exercises target the places where we all feel tight after sitting at a desk all day: the neck, shoulders, and upper and lower back. Yee's videos always feel as much like meditation as yoga. His soothing voice and slow pace is so relaxing, along with the peaceful locations (this one is filmed on a grassy hill in Maui, overlooking the ocean). This video contains lots of"down dog"and"upward dog"moves, along with a few backbends and even some leg stretches to balance out all the upper body work. And don't be afraid of the backbends! He starts slow with moves that will prepare your back for this!』
(Beginner?) 『I have mixed feelings about this and other tapes in the Living Arts/Gaiam series. I feel that they offer good workouts, but are NOT for beginners.
I'm familiar with yoga postures, having had a daily practice over 10 years ago. But Rodney Yee never offers modifications for the postures or ways to build up to being able to do them.
A backbend? I haven't managed a full backbend that easily since I was 12. He doesn't offer ANY tips on how to build the strength to get there.
He has the student go into a"push-up"position, which requires a great deal of tricep strength and no way to build to that point. (The way to build to it would be to start in plank pose and slowly lower down.)
If you are a true beginner with little strength or flexibility, stick with Yoga Zone or Linda Arkin until you are stronger.』
(A short, challenging workout but doable for beginners.) 『First of all, several reviewers have mentioned that this tape is not for beginners, but it is important to remember that ALL of the videos in the Living Arts series recommend that you start with "Yoga Practice for Beginners" if you are not familiar with yoga poses. That being said, this is a relatively fast-paced tape that can be a little hard to follow at first, so I'd highly recommend watching the tape before attempting to follow along.
I consider myself to be a yoga beginner with limited flexibility, but I was able to perform the majority of the poses on this tape. The first time I tried it, I thought that there was no way I would EVER be able to lift myself into a backbend, but on my second time through, I was able to briefly raise myself off the ground. This video is definitely challenging, especially given the fast pace, and I would recommend being well-rested before giving it a try. However, with some practice, it is certainly doable for beginners, and I highly recommend Rodney Yee for motivating, expert instruction.』
(Yoga to build a strong, flexible upper body and back.) 『Though not for absolute beginners, I found this tape to be a real gem: A well designed yoga practice with just-right verbal cues and just-right pacing, with a length (about 25 minutes) that actually fits into a real life schedule. That said, my ability to follow this video is, I am sure, dramatically helped by my 4 years of off-and-on yoga practice with real-life (not video) instructors.』
(Beginners beware!) 『Don't let the title mislead you. This is a VERY difficult workout. This video is for people in great shape and lots of expertise in yoga.』 『In another beautiful production from Living Arts, teacher Rodney Yee brings 18 years of experience to a workout designed specifically to stretch, strengthen, and energize the upper body. On a sunny hillside overlooking the ocean on Maui, Yee flows through poses designed to develop an open, supported chest, which in turn promotes healthy circulation, breathing, digestion, and posture. Comprised of sun salutations, back bends, and a cool down, this complete 20-minute routine offers lots of instruction to keep the poses dynamic. A folded blanket under the palms may help people with weak wrists and/or repetitive stress injuries who find it difficult to hold the poses as long as Yee does. A rolled blanket is necessary for some of the stretches, and a sticky mat is recommended.--Jhana Bach』
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Yogiray
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (It's almost funny..........) 『This is soooo bad and out of tune, it's almost a joke!! Maybe it is a joke, some kind of Sat Night Live type skit!! I've never heard something sooo obviously BAD!
Anyway steer clear, and go to the real deal, do a search on "Snatam Kaur's" version! 』
(Great Gong!) 『This is the ultimate gong meditation CD. I have actually been to Yogiray's live gong meditations and this CD is just like going to the live event. The CD even has "tuning in" and "The long time sun" song at the end. That deep sound from the 40 inch gong comes through very well on the CD. So well, that it can put you in a deep relaxed meditative state. Sometimes I jump right to the gong itself and go right to that wonderful space.』 『This beautifully rendered studio recording was completed just before the 2008 Peace Prayer Day Celebration in New Mexico. It serves as the inspiration for the Yogiray Double Gong live performance there that directed large numbers of participants almost immediately into deep relaxation and meditative contemplation.
Cascading sound waves penetrate the body with universal frequencies of prosperity, wellness, peace, relaxation and renewal. An introduction and optional tracks to open up the listener to these elevating vibrations feature the technology of kundalini yoga and make this far more than a concert. It is the most complete gong healing cd in existence, and is physician recommended.
Yogi Bhajan, master of kundalini yoga, who brought gong healing and kundalini yoga to the West has said:One who plays the gong plays the universe.Oracles, mystics, kings, yogis and healing practitioners have long used this ancient tool to shift the psycho-physical-emotional state. Modern pressurized existence makes it more relevant than ever to remove blocks to our own intuitive wisdom and abundant nature.
Listeners can follow a complete event format used in live group settings to open and clear the chakra energy system before the gong journey, or the journey can be undertaken directly. The introduction includes tips for deep absorption. An extended Double Gong experience with chakra-opening preparation and grounding segments makes this versatile and comprehensive gong cd unique and powerful.
The sequence of Yogiray s live gong events is fully present, including: tuning in; warming the body and opening up the energy centers; a full gong layout; grounding back into the body; and a heart-opening ending chant. It is a convenient and powerful way to keep universal blessings flowing in all directions.
Yogiray Kessler leads gong healing events, workshops, and kundalini yoga classes. He distributes gongs, trains sound healing practitioners, conducts private healing sessions using Tibetan singing bowls, holds a M.A. degree in speech communication, is both Reiki-trained and a Master Practitioner of NLP®.
He was honored in 2008 to be the featured gong artist at the 23rd Annual Peace Prayer Day Celebration in New Mexico joining a group of top artists who have performed there over the years, including: Seal, Arlo Gutherie, Donovan, Kate Pierson of the B-52's, Ray Manzarek of The Doors, and many more.
Ong Gong Journey is his debut healing gong release distinguished by Double Gong play and the most complete studio-produced event format on cd. High vibrations!』
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Tranquil Space
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (Great, but not for beginners) 『Kimberly Wilson was my first yoga instructor. I love all her work, I am familiar with her practice, voice, style etc, so I really enjoy doing yoga with both her CD's when I am away or when I do not feel like going to the studio. I am not sure though that this is the right CD for an absolute "newbee" who is not familiar with yoga or with Kimberly's yoga. If it were a DVD it might be more suitable. Otherwise, the CD is exactly "as much yoga" as anyone would need -both spiritually and physically. I strongly recommend it.』
(Good Yoga Session -- But not for "Newbies") 『I have been doing yoga at Kimberly Wilson's studio in DC for a number of years, and I picked up this CD to have something to use at home. It is a very good vinyasa yoga session. However, I would definitely not recommend this to those who have never done yoga before. The pace is pretty fast (in fact faster than the pace in the studio's Level 1 classes), and it seems to assume that the person has practiced yoga before. I would recommend going to around 10 classes before trying this at home -- otherwise, I think it would be pretty frustrating. That said, it goes through a good sequence of asanas. Downsides are (1) it is a little fast paced on a few of the sequences, and (2) I didn't think the music was all that great, especially in the beginning (mostly background piano music). But if you want a good vinyasa practice CD, this fits the bill! Kimberly Wilson is a very good teacher.』
(A genuine teaching artist, Kimberly Wilson creates a truly tranquil space) 『Fortunately for those of us who find it tough to stick to a healthy lifestyle, there's Vinyasa Yoga for the Newbie Yogi, the pick-up-and-go yoga studio. Perfect for travel, the office, or wandering spirits, this is the ideal gift for the person who has everything but peace of mind.』
(Fabulous Yoga workout) 『I have been doing yoga for over 30years, so I'm not a "newbie", but I wanted a yoga routine that would be comfortable to do. At first, I was a little skeptical of the reviews, because so many of them originated from Washington, D.C., so I thought most of them were her yoga students supporting her. I'm glad I tried it for myself though, because this is a GREAT yoga vinyasa routine, and can easily be altered for different lengths of time; this is a fabulous cd for any level of experience. I downloaded to my iPod nano, so I can take it with me on the road; HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!』
(Great yoga cd for your at home practice) 『This is by far the best yoga cd that I have purchased for my at home practice. The cd is designed to lead you through a complete practice, but it is split into tracks so that you can tailor your practice based on your time constraints or just on what you feel like doing that day. I loaded this cd into my itunes and will sometimes insert my favorite songs between Kimberly's tracks to extend my practice. I can also take it with me on my ipod when I travel. Kimberly provides perfect reminders for alignment and breath - this is a great cd for anyone who loves to have fun with yoga.』 『Experience the joy of vinyasa (flow) yoga taught in a nurturing yet empowering style in the comfort of your own home. This beginner's vinyasa yoga audio CD by Kimberly Wilson combines 70 minutes of piano and trance music with soothing instruction guiding the newbie yogi through a flowing sequence of introductory yoga poses. Divided into separate tracks for centering, warm-up, standing flow, etcetera, this CD allows for 3 shorter practices of varying lengths, as well as the full 70 minute practice. The CD insert contains photos of most poses to serve as a visual guide.』
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (Not a full workout, just shows the poses...) 『Perhaps I should have known from the title - "Basics Step by Step," right? I figured this would be a complete workout, and I was wrong. This entire thing is just an instructional video to demonstrate the basic yoga poses. Disappointing in that regard. If you've never done yoga and you just want to understand how to properly align your body and understand the fundamentals than you will probably like this. If you are looking for a complete yoga workout (like I was) you will be disappointed.』
(New to yoga) 『I just received this tape and I watched it all the way through before trying it. I watched it and said to myself this doesn't seem to hard. But, it was hard for me but not in a bad way. I was pleasantly suprised that the moves did what Bryan Kest said they would do -- which is work all my muscles while giving me an aerobic workout. I am so new to exercise that I don't have a lot of stamina yet so I was pausing, like he suggests, during some of the strecthes. But, I am determined to keep up with this. Bryan Kest is an encouraging and more importantly clear teacher. I have never felt before that I was doing the moves properly with other exercise tapes I have bought amongst them TaeBo, pilates, Slim at Six, etc. Also, I want to address the issue of his voice -- he has a speech impediment. It isn't distracting to what he is trying to teach and he is clearly understandable. He clearly knows what he is talking about. I also appreciate the fact that this was a secular tape with no Eastern religion overtones.』
(An Excellent Introduction To Power Yoga/ Vinyasa Flow) 『I've been a big fan of Bryan's original three tape video series (Energize/Tone/Sweat) for some time now. I've been doing yoga daily for close to 8 years now, study with a wonderful teacher and have well over 70 yoga videos in my collection that I rotate with (though I certainly have my favorite practices that get more time than others) so I've got some experience with these types of programs.
Bryan Kest is one of my favorite Yoga teachers because has a really down to earth teaching style and he's very knowledgeable and sincere. He always stresses that the breathing and equanimity are the most important aspects of Yoga. He also stresses listening to your body and modifying when needed.
I was glad to see that he came out with this Power Basics video because it gives folks who have never done Yoga before (or Power Yoga in particular)an excellent starting point.
This program primarily consists of the Sun Salutations (A and B) which he breaks down very methodically so that you can really get comfortable with each movement. After going thru the A Salutation very slowly he then moves through a faster flow of it. Then he does the same thing with the B Salutation.
The Sun Salutations contain the basics for anything else you might do in yoga and give tremendous benefits in and of themselves. Plus, they build heat in the body which makes the muscles supple. Another important facet of Sun Salutations is that they are breath led movements which work as a moving meditation.
He follows these with a seated forward bend and a lying twist before moving into relaxation pose.
Throughout the program he has one student who modifies the entire routine which is helpful to new students who may not know how to do this.
Though I am experienced with yoga I still enjoyed this program because I was pretty tired this morning and wasn't up for a really intense routine. I found this program gave me just what I needed this morning without overtaxing me.
Also, the length of the video is only about 27 or so minutes after the introduction. I like his introduction because I think he really helps you understand where he's coming from as a teacher and what he feels should be emphasized. I usually use intro's on yoga videos to do some light floor stretches before getting into the actual program, plus it helps me get into the mindset of the practice to come.
Anyway, I would highly recommend this video or any of Bryan's work. He is definitely the real deal!
Namaste』
『This video is a must if you're trying Power Yoga for the first time, or if you want more detailed instructions on Power Yoga poses. Bryan will walk you through the fundamental yoga poses and show you how to work out at your own level. This video is from the latest (2002) series from Bryan Kest, after his exceptionally popular Power Yoga series: Energize, Tone and Sweat. Check out others in the series like Weight Loss and Intensive Body Sculpting, both of these in videotape or DVD format.』
IPhone 3G used's review (Yoga Zone Does It Again With Strengthen and Tone!,) 『I've been doing yoga every day for almost 9 years and have amassed over 80 Yoga Videos and DVD's in my home library. Yoga Zone's videos have become an essential staple that has helped me cultivate my asana practice. I've just recently purchased "Strengthen and Tone", and there is no doubt that it will become a regular part of the rotation in my own home practice.
The first program focuses on lower body, lots of lunge type movements that will really work your legs and hips. The second program stresses the upper body, though both routines are holistic in the sense that they utilizes the whole body synergistically in most of the postures. This is something Yoga Zone always seems to strive for (and yoga in general), whole body integration while being able to focus on a particular area of the body.
If you alternate the first and second routine every two days you should see quite profound results in your strength, flexibility and overall well being. Of course, you could also do both sessions without stopping which would give you a very in depth whole body workout in about 40 minutes.
The teachers (Jeanne and Jen) are wonderful as always, they are easy to follow and also show modifications for those who are building strength and/or flexibility, or for those who are simply having a low energy day. Alan Finger,the head of Yoga Zone, always designs the sequences and once again has put together a fabulous series.
In General, Yoga Zone is the best value available. Most of the programs contain two self contained twenty minute routines. They are easy to fit into most anyone's schedule which makes it easy to have a consistent practice.
My experience with these programs is that even though they are only twenty minutes long, if you do them several times a week,incredible results will follow. Of course if you can do it every day then that will be even better :)
Yoga Zone also has programs that are much longer and are also quite excellent with some that are very challenging.
Namaste』
(good time crunch yoga) 『I am fairly new to yoga, but find this (so far) my favorite tape. I've tried about 6 different ones. While the workout seems fairly simple, I am already noticing toned muscles and greater flexibility. The instructors are great too. I definitely find the focus more on body than mind, so if this is what you are looking for, this is a great choice. Add Firm Parts 5-Day Abs for a fast way to firm up those parts not targeted during this session.』 『Yoga Zone's Strengthen&Tone lets you take aim at creating the strong body you desire with long, lean muscle tone. These two 20-minute yoga programs feature easy-to-follow poses to develop a completely toned body. Our lower body routine provides postures and stretches that open up the hips to release tension in your hamstrings and develop long, lean legs. The upper body routine guides you to build heat and move with your breath to target your arms, chest, shoulders and back. Both segments leave you feeling rejuvenated and balanced. Join Jen Monness, senior teacher on our acclaimed Yoga Zone TV show, as she encourages and motivates you, while providing great tips for alignment and proper form. Yoga will become the best part of your day with Yoga Zone's formula of result-oriented programs with age-defying results. Consult your physician before your begin this, or any exercise program.』 fetish『 Ananda Yoga for Busy People 』
IPhone 3G used's review (WOW! a yoga video that's right for me! ( and for you!)) 『I know I should be doing yoga and I never have enough time. Finally here is a video that I can really get done AND I can actually do ALL the poses! Most of the other videos I've tried are just too difficult for me to do. I feel deeply relaxed, refreshed,energized and spiritually uplifted at the end of it, not at all rushed and the sessions feel very complete. This is what yoga is supposed to be.』 『Yoga for Busy People is the first yoga video designed explicitly for people short on time, but who would nonetheless like to experience all of the many benefits of hatha yoga. Each of the three routines on this video was conceptualized to bring the practitioner maximum benefit in a minimum of time. Together, the three routines work together to create a video usable any time of the day, in any circumstance.
Feeling tied or need to jump start the day? In just a few short minutes, the Vitality routine is sure to reinvigorate. Wound up after a long day at work? In just twenty minutes, the Calmness routine will restore a sense of inner peace and well being. Feeling edgy, angry, or scattered? The routine for Inner Harmony will change that in minutes. Routines can be practiced individually, or used together to create an hour-long session. Each short routine ends with a brief guided relaxation that can be used as a bridge into deeper mediation practices, or enjoyed by itself, as a peaceful ending to a postures session.
What is Ananda Yoga?
Although yoga is becoming increasingly popular, many of the videos currently available disappoint the consumer because the postures presented are technically difficult, Ananda Yoga videos present gentle, user-friendly yoga postures with clear explanations and relaxing background music. Ananda Yoga, developed by Swami Kriyananda, has been taught to many thousands of students and yoga teachers over the last 30 years.』
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Bayview Films
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (Pilates DVD) 『Good routine, but the DVD should have included a couple of routines at each level. One quick routine at each level does not justify the purchase.』
(Just as advertised) 『Three of us in our family with a range of skill&fitness all enjoy this program. Just as the title states, the program gives an 8 minute Pilates exercise program. There are actually 3 programs at beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. I do the program occasionally - only a few times a month to add to my routine; my wife and son regularly. I am one who needs motivation to stay up with my exercise; a benefit of this is: who can claim they don't have 8 minutes! My son who is very disciplined and in great shape does the expert level daily and finds it good for his level as well. My wife's usage is in between. All 3 of us enjoy it.』
(Love this series) 『I have this one and the Core Workout one. Love them both...can't wait until they make more, hope they do. I lent it out to my neigbor and she doesn't want to give it back!』 『This Pilates workout hits all the major muscle groups--focusing on core, you'll also tone your entire body. The targeted sequences of exercises quickly deliver a sweat-inducing routine guaranteed to thoroughly strengthen and tone your entire body.』
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (Yoga Two-gether) 『Yoga Two-gether TM My husband and I have been doing yoga for several years. We wanted to be challenged and we were. We found the flow of movement so easy to follow that we were able to focus on each other and our technique. I could see a beginner benefitting from this DVD as well for it is so well taught.』 『Yoga Two-gether TM is a unique form of partner yoga in which two persons flow together from one yoga pose to another, in a sequence of more than 60 poses. Yoga Two-gether TM is suitable for yoga practitioners of all levels of experience. Both partners use the same rights and lefts, while executing identical poses throughout the flow. Yoga Two-gether TM incorporates a full range of postures, including forward folds, back bends, twists, side bends, standing poses, sitting poses, and even inversions. The entire sequence can be practiced by beginners,and people with limited flexibility, as well as experienced yogis seeking a new challenge in their yoga practice.
This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.』
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Razor Digital Entertainment
Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (A great flow!) 『I am really happy I finally got this video. The flow is fast paced, the asanas move into each other effortlessly, there are a lot of vinyasas as an Ashtanga yoga practice should be. It will set your heart pumping and you'll feel marvelous afterwards. Recommended!』
(I broke a sweat on this one) 『I am new to yoga as a practice and I now do it 5-6 days a week. It is my primary exercise so I prefer the power yoga type routine. I have been doing Bryan Kest routines and i love them. I wanted something to rotate in so that I could work on different poses. I purchased this and have no regrets. This one gets me very warm and i broke a sweat but it was also challenging in a good way. I enjoyed it immensely. The movement flowed, the cueing was great and it kept me on track with my breathing. That in itself is great. Hope this helps.』
(Workout? Yes Yoga? Not in my opinion.) 『I know I am the only person, so far, who is not entranced with this DVD. I bought it because it had such a plethora of glowing reviews. I am not happy I did. What drew me to yoga, after decades of long distance swimming, was the philosophical component of the practice. Yes, I love a strong work-out, and I do one every day (Ashtanga Primary Series, Hatha Vinyasa, or Yin-Yang), but I don't want my yoga to feel like an aerobics class. If that's what you're after then buy this DVD; but, if you want something with a bit more yogic depth I would recommend Shiva Rea's Solar DVD. (It may be sold as the Solar Lunar practice. I am partial to the Solar practice and the meditations on the Lunar disc.) The other thing I was not happy with when doing this DVD was the lack of music. Again, if you like your yoga sans music this may be the DVD for you.』
(Top of the Chart) 『This dvd is absolutely spectacular. I do this particular dvd when I know that this will be the major exercise of my day. It is challenging, and as another reviewer mentioned earlier, it is one of the few dvds that includes headstand in its routine. As an "intermediate-beginner" to "advanced-beginner" I consider this dvd to be at the top of my ability level. I do have other dvds that are more difficult, but I tend to modify the poses somewhat when I do them. With this dvd I am able to do all of the poses (as Tracey does them, not the more advanced way that Ganga shows) including headstand (without being near a wall). Most of the time I cannot do a headstand the same amount of time that Tracey and Ganga do, but it has given me the confidence to know that I can make slow steady advances with yoga. This dvd will get your heart pumping, and your legs will feel rubbery once you're done, but you will feel so relaxed afterward that you will be glad that you did this routine. I own all of the other dvds in the series (the original, earth, and water) and I would reccommend this set to anybody who wants to make progress with yoga or to have a variety to work on depending on your mood. I would put the original dvd (purple cover) to be just below fire as far as difficulty goes, and then obviously earth and water beneath that one. Again, there are days that I don't feel like doing the most difficult dvds that I have but I still want to do a yoga routine, and it is at these times that I normally get the earth or water out. Water is another one of my personal favorites in my collection. Earth is very conservative throughout the whole routine, but it is a great dvd to help you concentrate on the poses to make sure that you're getting them right instead of flying through them (like an ashtanga yoga class). If you want a complete series that will do just about everything, then get this dvd set. Another thing that I like about this series is that Tracey and Ganga don't "shy" away from any weaknesses. The only pose that I don't remember them doing is eagle pose. Throughout the whole series they do just about every one of the basic poses, so that they (unlike other dvds I own) aren't taking poses out of the routine that they can't do. All of the poses are in there. If you enjoy this series half as much as I do, then you will love it.』
(Good workout) 『Wow this yoga got my heart pumping. I really found it fun and it was challaging for me.If you are fairly a begginer at yoga you might want to try a lower level in the series because I think this one is level three and they do some head stands that I am unable to do yet but plan on working at it. It is also over an hour all the way through so you are looking at spending some time. Good DVD not my absolute favorite but still very good, I have just been getting into yoga so I want to try a few more tapes just to add to my collection of videos. The only complaint I have, which is a small one at that, is the woman's voice who is doing the narrating is not as soothing as I would hope, but before I got this DVD I was using another DVD where the narrators voice was very melodic so it might just have been what I got used to and you may not even notice it. I enjoy yoga because although it is challanging at the same time it is relaxing and I guess I was just a little dissapointed that the voice was so instructional , but like I said that is minor and I still give it 4 stars!:)』 『Total Yoga: Fire is the most advanced session in the Flow Series and combines both classical and contemporary postures in a rigorous workout with a higher level of refinement, toning and aerobic activity. Taught by Ganga White and Tracey Rich, internationally renowned yoga teachers and founders of the White Lotus Foundation, Fire uses over thirty poses with three types of sun salutations to warm up, seven major standing poses plus backbends, forward bends, twists and tonic inversion poses. Students will achieve a high level of endurance, strength and flexibilty from this dynamic workout. "The Flow Series is a great, balanced yoga practice. I love doing it!" - STING』
『A 65 centimeter round inflatable ball used for stretching and developing flexibility for better physical fitness. Included is a easy to use hand pump so you can take your exercise balls with you wherever you go. This ball will enhance your workout giving you results. Ideal for stretching, strengthening and toning exercises. Exercise Balls are iused in many health clubs and are quickly becoming a standard item for any home gym. Nu-Source Balls are safe, durable, and easy-to-use』
IPhone 3G used's review (What I always wanted in a yoga mat.) 『I'm in my early sixty's and have been doing yoga for most of my adult life. Teaching bring a lot of students with a wide variety of yoga mats. Over the years I've tried them all. I haven't bought myself a new mat in years because there was nothing out there that was anything special. I read a couple of very good reviews about the Jade mat. I went on line to find out more. I saw the price. I had to talk myself into buying the mat by saying that this is an investment in my passion. I had to let it air out for a couple of days to get rid of the rubber odor. I took it to class. The mat was great. I felt very secure and sure footed. I put my other mats away. I went to an all day Iyengar workshop. Everyone wanted to work with me on my mat or use it when I wasn't using it. Great mat. Well worth the extra cost. I hope I feel the same way after a year or two?』
(It stinks, literally and functionally) 『When you first get this mat, the eau de rubber is overpowering. Eventually, it does subside, but for me it never went away. Perhaps because the mat itself only lasted about three months. Indeed it was quite sticky, for a few practices. After about a month, the traction tapered off and it started to pill and crumble. A few months later, it was at the curb, er, I mean, recycling plant. Go with the Manduka. It's not great either, but WAY better than this.』
(Best yoga mat ever) 『Excellent ... just what I was hoping for. I already had one of these for myself that I purchased at my yoga studio about a year ago. I wanted to get the same one for my husband, and this is it. This mat does NOT slip no matter how long you use it, even when sweating profusely, and no matter how many times you wash it! LOVE IT!!! 』
(Best Mat I have tried so far.) 『This mat beats other yoga mats by far. I practice Yoga 3 times a week and I do sweat a lot. This mat gives you a firm foundation and although it is only 3/16 it has enough cushion for sore knees. I can say I do not slide at all on this mat. I have purchased cheap mats it the past and this is well worth the money. Also a bonus Jade Harmony plants a tree for each mat that is sold.』
(I love it) 『Although it is taking some time for the rubber smell to wear off--I love this yoga mat and would recommend it to anyone looking to replace their mat with an organic product.』 『The Harmony Natural Rubber Yoga Mat is made of is made of open cell, natural dry rubber sustain-ably harvested from well cared for rubber trees and does not include the latex component from the tree (minor amounts of latex can find its way into the rubber but usually is not enough to cause latex sensitivity reaction to those allergic.) The Harmony mat is very durable and has incredible traction, even when wet from perspiration traction is excellent offering unequaled non-slip performance. The mat has sturdy mesh in its interior which provides stability and tear resistance. Made in the USA, the Harmony natural rubber yoga mat will last longer than most mats while allowing you to perform your poses comfortably and better.
Natural rubber is a renewable resource tapped from rubber trees and contains no ozone depleting substances perfect for yoga practitioners concerned about the environment. The 3/16" thick Harmony rubber mat has as much cushion as a 1/4" PVC mat』
IPhone 3G used's review (happy yoga kids) 『Purchased two of these as gifts for children. Great service, arrived quickly in perfect condition. Mat is a nice thickness for yoga, thick enough for comfort and thin enough for good stability.』 『This is a great yoga mat for kids! It's 5 feet long, and is a thick, dense mat that not only provides adequate padding, but holds up extremely well over time. The dark blue color is ideal for kids, and because it is dark, will show less discoloration as it is used over time. At 6.2mm, our extra thick kid's yoga mat is a full 1/4" thick, and is one of the thickest mats on the market. When shopping around for a yoga mat, note that what many other companies call a 1/4" mat is actually 4.5 - 5.2 mm in thickness -- considerably thinner than this mat. Mat measures 60" x 24" x 1/4".
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