IPhone 3G used's review (Great Stress Relief) 『These balls are wonderful. I've had problems with my back and neck for years and these balls really help. I use them to release the tension in my muscles before I start my yoga routine. The DVD is not the type of DVD that you watch over and over. It is merely an instructional video that shows how to use the balls. Once learned, there are endless possibilities!』
(Needs a Better Instructional DVD) 『My review is mixed. I like the balls that come with this kit--you get three and there are other kits that cost the same and deliver only one or two balls, however, the DVD is not what I was expecting since the exercises demonstrated on the balls are too few.
I am looking for another DVD from some other instructor to unlock the potential for this tool kit.
I have a number of Rodney Yee DVDs and I really like his approach to yoga, but having said that---I can't rate this DVD very highly as an instructional tool for using the balls. Yee only demonstrates a few massage/exercise options with the balls and spends most of the DVD doing yoga with a student--without incorporating the balls.
So the balls are great, the single neck, lower back, arm and stomach instructions he gives--really minimal--are good, but limited, and for an instructor of this calibre I would have expected a much more nuanced treatment of the potential of the balls to ease muscle tension.
Granted Yee is yoga oriented and he's not likely to to omit yoga altogether, but realistically people buying this particular kit would benefit from a more extensive focus on exercises that can be done directly on the balls, not after a yoga session.
So should you buy it? If you are really looking for an all over tension releaser--something to show you what all these balls can do --then no.
If you have neck issues, lower back issues --then you might want to get the system and just stick the balls under your neck and lower back as instructed. But you can use two tennis balls to the same effect and roll your lower back on them--also feet and hands on one, and then put two under your cervical spine at the base of the skull for your neck.
I had a nueromuscular therapist teach me how to do that. You can probably google for the same. I was hoping for a little more instruction from Yee.
Just FYI, the other main product of this type at Amazon has the same issue in its customer reviews. The DVD does not really offer much in the way of instruction.
hope that helps best, Karen
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(trigger therapy) 『I had done some trigger point therapy before but I used harder balls. I know these are the original gaiam balls for this kind of work but it took me a while to feel like they were helping - maybe because I was used to more pressure (which others might not like). Now I like them though - they definitely help, i just find you have to stay on the balls for some time before you start feeling the effects.』 『By adding new dimension to your yoga practice you'll deepen yoga's benefits and relieve stress with stimulating Yoga Balls. Rodney's complete Body Therapy System lets you relax while gently massaging tension and aches out of muscles. Pain and tightness is not a disease it s a condition you can eliminate. Grab a ball and start your therapy today! The Benefits of Yoga Balls... Increases body awareness. Deepens yoga postures. Hones mental sharpness Reduces muscular tension. Stimulates circulation. Soft pliable and durable ...and the Body Therapy System Speeds muscle recovery. Relieves stress. Helps prevent injuries. Revitalizes overall well-being. Effective self-healing tool. Can be used with any fitness practice System. Running Time 30 Mins.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: HEALTH/FITNESS Rating: NR UPC: 029956197602 Manufacturer No: 699-1040. Our Gaiam-exclusive Yoga Ball Body Therapy System employs soft yet durable balls to ease tension, deep-massage tight muscles and stimulate circulation. Designed by Rodney Yee, this innovative kit combines the mind/body health benefits of yoga with stress-relieving balls that pinpoint the areas you hold stress. Learn how to melt tension while sharpening your attention and focus guided by Rodney in a 30-minute ball/yoga DVD session.』
『Includes a mat (24"W x 72"L x 1/8"D) mapped with guidemarks for optimal foot and hand placement, 8' long strap and Power Yoga DVD sampler with Rodney Yee (10 min). Made in China.』 fetish『 100% Hemp Yoga Mat Bag with Cargo Pocket - Natural Color 』
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『This extra large, durable and stylish Yoga Mat bag will hold even extra thick yoga mats and other tools such as towel, block, and water bottle. The Yoga Mat bag has a sturdy zipper running its full length making it effortless to put your mat into the bag ...which cannot be said of the standard tube designed bag that sticks to the mat as you attempt to put it into the tiny opening. Also features and outside zipper pocket for all your small essentials and a large carrying shoulder strap. Made from 100% natural Hemp for durability. 7" Diameter x 27" Length x 11" Width』 fetish『 Thai Yoga Bolster 』
IPhone 3G used's review (I won't go to the gym without this on!) 『I am a 36 B/C and this sports bra pretty much eliminates bounce. I love this bra! It can be a challenge to get on at times, but it does what it's supposed to do. I can't imagine what it's like to put on with a large chest. All I can say is I recommend you find a store near you that sells this model and see what's it's like first. I got mine at Victoria's Secret.』
(Best running bra) 『I am a US Army Soldier. This bra is perfect for my active lifestyle. I do not feel the 36Ds when I run in this thing. It rocks!』
(does the job well&comfortably,&holds up after many washings...) 『I can understand that the other reviewers with D cups and larger would have trouble getting this on&off, as it is pretty snug over the head&arms even with the hooks undone -- but for this full-B-cup, it's perfect.
No bouncing, no sliding up out from under the bust, and a nice smooth look under t-shirts and tank tops.
I was worried that the elastic bands would chafe&scratch, but the bra stays in place so well that it's perfectly comfortable. And (maybe also because I'm not terribly generously endowed) it doesn't create a uni-[...] effect for me.』
(Need be contortionist to wear) 『I bought this bra based on a majority of good reviews and blessings from Oprah Winfrey. I am a 38DD and could barley get the bra on. I have always been big busted and struggled to find good support. When I was younger I was trained in classical ballet. I have no problem with range of motion. I still had a hard time getting this bra on. Not to mention, I was falling out all over the place. I am very disappointed with the quality of this bra for the money. I would recommend "Jogbra" or "Chamion" for less money, better fit and better hold if you are big busted.』
(Works well, but hard to get on!) 『I bought this in 36D. I decided to buy this because I thought it looked like an interesting sports bra. When I tried it on, it was a struggle to get it on (it has two large hooks on the sides, one on each side, so one slips the bra over one's head), but once I had it on, it was great. It works very well against bounce, enough so that I wondered why this wasn't an impact level 4 bra, instead of an impact level 3. As far as sizing, it was small in the band, though take into account that it's UK sized, so the band is already shorter than ones on most American bras.』 『This Lycra crop top is engineered to vastly cut down on bounce, giving you fantastic support when you need it the most. Using CoolMax fabric technology, it ensures that you stay comfortable and focussed on the job in hand.』
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Usually ships in 24 hours IPhone 3G used's review (Too big for small heads) 『This headband is too big. I like the material and I will try to fix it so it can fit me better.』
(Too big for my head!) 『It falls out every time I wear it!!! It is too big for my head, and I have longer than shoulder-length hair.』
(Great. Light. Excellent for all workouts!) 『I'm a guy, I've been into yoga for about a year now. I've also started growing my hair out longer. it's at a point where if I work up a sweat, it slaps right at my eyes (and my hair is too short at this point to tie back, or even put in a lame topknot). I went to look for a neckerchief to wrap around my head (though I don't like them: They eventually slip off when sweating), and found this headband in the yoga section. It looked like it would do the trick, so I bought one.
Holy cow. I use it every day when I exercise now: It's like a light stretchable cloth that keeps my hair pinned back and soaks up sweat at the same time. I use it for Yoga, Weights, Kung Fu, Aerobics, pretty much every activity where I'd be bothered with my hair slapping me in the face. I've got a big head, and it's snug without being too loose (it never slips off, even when I sweat like a pig) or too tight.
Easily washable, retains its shape... This is EXACTLY what I was looking for in a bandanna/headband. Another great yoga/exercise product from Gaiam.
One thing: It will give you "hat hair", so don't expect to wear it for an hour, then take it off and go out to dinner or whatever.』
(Attractive but too tight!) 『I have a difficult time finding headbands that are not too tight. Although this headband was very attractive, it was not comfortable. It doesn't stay in place and was too tight.』
IPhone 3G used's review (Probably Awesome) 『I ordered these because I wanted pants that fell from the knee done, nothing that hugged my calves. I bought them and they were way to relaxed so I sent them back. I ordred some other ones that were a different fit thinking they were what I was looking for. I washed them and they shrunk TONS, and they hug my calves and are 2 inches to short! So I will be buying these again and washing them and since Fit Coutour seems to shrink TONS I will just wash them and they should be fab!』
(fold-over waistband yoga pants) 『These are plain and simple - just awesome - shaping and yet comfortable as well as super cute!』 『These relaxed fit pants are made from our luxurious Supplex fabric and feature a fold over waistband for the ultimate in comfort.』
『The Bali capris feature a vented opening and princess seam on the back for a flattering and updated look.』 fetish『 5mm Thick Yoga Mats 』
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