Conditioning & Stress Release

It's very relaxing. Most of the video is just stretches, but there are also some of conditioning poses which are strenuous physcially, so your muscles will feel tired when you're done. It's a nice feeling.

This video is labeled "beginners" and it that's appropriate because it is a very easy video. There are no props required and none of the moves require very much skill. In addition, the instructor's explanations are very detailed and easy to understand.

This would be a great starter's tape for someone who has never tried yoga before.


A great relaxation video   November 8, 2003
S Smith (New Brunswick Canada)
This video is great if you want to do Yoga but don't want a real intense work out. It is good if you would like a nice workout and a chance to unwind. This video really helps to relax after a stressful day. Al Finger does a great job in explaining the poses and how they help to relax you. As well there are two other Yogis to follow depending on your skill level. I would recommend this video for any one who is new to Yoga to help develop a appreaciation for the relaxation qualities that Yoga can bring.


conditioned and relaxed after all   October 27, 2003
When I watched the video through, and the first times I actually used it, I thought it was boring. Alan finger talks a lot, theres a lot of time between poses and the setting is very low key (not al all hip, just a studio). So I only did it ocassionaly or used the final relaxation after using a tape like MTV yoga. But after a couple of months I started to see it's benefits and used it more and more. I use it when I want to work on my technique in the yoga poses, when I have a sore or stiff back or neck, or when I am too tired for strenious exercise. The final relaxtion is awesome and I feel very relaxed after completing the tape. When I want a powerful workout I use other tapes. But really, with this tape you are actually doing quite a lot, only at a slow pace (so it's certainly not cardio, but it does strengthen your body). It's also a really good tape for yoga beginners to learn the poses, connecting the breath to the movements relax/ stretch every part of your body.