Element: Ballet Conditioning
starring: Elise Gulan
directed by: n/a
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Studio: Starz/spheRelease Date: 12/04/2007
Amazon.com:
The instructor, Elise, was kind enough to answer some questions from Amazon.com about the Element line of DVDs.
Why do you think the recent trend for women is to seek the dancer's silhouette?
Elise: A dancer's silhouette is the ideal physique for a woman today.It provides strength through lean, elegant, streamlined muscles.The strengthening of the dance conditioning movements will help melt away fat while creating lean musculature that is still feminine and graceful.The stretching element of dance creates length, not only in the muscles, but in the spine as well.Training with ballet conditioning will give a woman a strong, tall slender body.
How did you manage to create a ballet conditioning program that doesn't use a barre or any other equipment?
Elise: I created a workout that uses the strength of the core to create balance and stability in the body.The sequences on this dvd are both accessible and challenging for anyone! Many ballet conditioning exercises actually don't use the barre as a weight-bearing tool—it's only for balance.In this DVD a beginner can use a chair to aid in balance, as they build core strength.A more advanced practitioner can do much of the series without the aid of a chair, simply by bracing the body with the strength of the abdominals, and a lifted, elongated spine.
Who is this workout good for?
Elise: This workout is amazing for women and men of all shapes and sizes!Ballet Conditioning uses one's own body weight as resistance, so it is safe to do every day, for women AND men… from the strongest athlete, to the ultimate newcomer to fitness.It works to build strong, lean muscle, raise the heart-rate, and speed up metabolism.Dance also helps create rhythm, grace, and balance while building a supple flexible spine. .
What do you think consumers will find different about Element DVDs from other workout programs?
Elise: I know that consumers will enjoy the pure elegance of these DVDs. This is what truly sets the `element' series apart from other brands of DVDs.The Element DVD's encourage a solid mind/body connection, which encourages practitioners to explore their physical edge, while being truly mentally & emotionally present in the moment.These programs are fluid and graceful in their movement, and provide a HUGE physical fitness element in a nurturing and encouraging environment..
Tell us about the connection with this DVD and the efforts to reduce global warming.
Elise: Element DVDs support the harmony of mind and body, which encourages a social and global awareness.This harmony encourages us to do what we can to make a difference in the world.For every four Element DVDs sold, a tree will be planted in a national forest.Consumers are therefore doing their part to reduce their carbon footprint, and the dangerous effects of global warming.If we work together, we can spread health and happiness one deep breath at a time.
Studio: Starz/spheRelease Date: 12/04/2007
Amazon.com:
The instructor, Elise, was kind enough to answer some questions from Amazon.com about the Element line of DVDs.
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Elise: A dancer's silhouette is the ideal physique for a woman today.It provides strength through lean, elegant, streamlined muscles.The strengthening of the dance conditioning movements will help melt away fat while creating lean musculature that is still feminine and graceful.The stretching element of dance creates length, not only in the muscles, but in the spine as well.Training with ballet conditioning will give a woman a strong, tall slender body.
How did you manage to create a ballet conditioning program that doesn't use a barre or any other equipment?
Elise: I created a workout that uses the strength of the core to create balance and stability in the body.The sequences on this dvd are both accessible and challenging for anyone! Many ballet conditioning exercises actually don't use the barre as a weight-bearing tool—it's only for balance.In this DVD a beginner can use a chair to aid in balance, as they build core strength.A more advanced practitioner can do much of the series without the aid of a chair, simply by bracing the body with the strength of the abdominals, and a lifted, elongated spine.
Who is this workout good for?
Elise: This workout is amazing for women and men of all shapes and sizes!Ballet Conditioning uses one's own body weight as resistance, so it is safe to do every day, for women AND men… from the strongest athlete, to the ultimate newcomer to fitness.It works to build strong, lean muscle, raise the heart-rate, and speed up metabolism.Dance also helps create rhythm, grace, and balance while building a supple flexible spine. .
What do you think consumers will find different about Element DVDs from other workout programs?
Elise: I know that consumers will enjoy the pure elegance of these DVDs. This is what truly sets the `element' series apart from other brands of DVDs.The Element DVD's encourage a solid mind/body connection, which encourages practitioners to explore their physical edge, while being truly mentally & emotionally present in the moment.These programs are fluid and graceful in their movement, and provide a HUGE physical fitness element in a nurturing and encouraging environment..
Tell us about the connection with this DVD and the efforts to reduce global warming.
Elise: Element DVDs support the harmony of mind and body, which encourages a social and global awareness.This harmony encourages us to do what we can to make a difference in the world.For every four Element DVDs sold, a tree will be planted in a national forest.Consumers are therefore doing their part to reduce their carbon footprint, and the dangerous effects of global warming.If we work together, we can spread health and happiness one deep breath at a time.
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Customer Reviews
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- Welcome back dancers legs
I trained as a dancer (tap, jazz, ballet demi and Pointe) from age 3 to 19 years old. I am 32 and out of shape, very overweight. This DVD is wonderful. I cried the first time because it was memory lane for me. Elise takes you through the basics of ballet. Don't think this is she she foofoo workout. This is hard core kick your butt workout. You will sweat. I have had the DVD for 3 weeks now and I still haven't made it through the entire workout yet, but I will and I have already seen results. My legs, ... Read More
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- A True Workout!
Ballet Conditioning is a fun and intense workout. I purchased the DVD because I do not like typical workout DVD's or going to the gym. I prefer activities such as sport games, swimming, and dance. In addition, I have an interest in ballet, but cannot commit to a class at this time. This DVD is a perfect combination for me. The instructor uses a chair for balance, so no extra equipment is necessary. She explains each move very well, while keeping the workout moving along at a good pace. Ballet Conditioning ... Read More
Rating: - Slow pace but you'll feel the burn
I did this workout several days ago and my thighs are still so sore I could barely walk today!I consider this a success, as I often feel that home videos aren't challenging enough.This instructor does some tough strength moves (like modified ballet barre moves in a squat position held for a longgggg time).Ye-ouch!If I am able to stick with it I would expect to see some firming up.
My biggest complaint is that the pace of the steps is incredibly slow.As someone who has taken lessons before ... Read More
Rating: - best ballet work out out there
This dvd is great for beginners. tough, but doable. it heavily focuses on leg excercises, and a bit of other ones at the end as well. the background is nice and relaxing, and the instructor is very clear. great dvd for its price
Rating: - Great workout
I was very pleased with this video.I'm taking an adult ballet class for exercise and I bought this video to supplement that class, since that only meets once per week.This workout is great.It concentrates a lot on the legs and butt, which are needed areas for me.I feel that doing this workout during the week has really helped me improve in class too.It's a great value.
- Welcome back dancers legsI trained as a dancer (tap, jazz, ballet demi and Pointe) from age 3 to 19 years old. I am 32 and out of shape, very overweight. This DVD is wonderful. I cried the first time because it was memory lane for me. Elise takes you through the basics of ballet. Don't think this is she she foofoo workout. This is hard core kick your butt workout. You will sweat. I have had the DVD for 3 weeks now and I still haven't made it through the entire workout yet, but I will and I have already seen results. My legs, ... Read More
- A True Workout!Ballet Conditioning is a fun and intense workout. I purchased the DVD because I do not like typical workout DVD's or going to the gym. I prefer activities such as sport games, swimming, and dance. In addition, I have an interest in ballet, but cannot commit to a class at this time. This DVD is a perfect combination for me. The instructor uses a chair for balance, so no extra equipment is necessary. She explains each move very well, while keeping the workout moving along at a good pace. Ballet Conditioning ... Read More
- Slow pace but you'll feel the burnI did this workout several days ago and my thighs are still so sore I could barely walk today!I consider this a success, as I often feel that home videos aren't challenging enough.This instructor does some tough strength moves (like modified ballet barre moves in a squat position held for a longgggg time).Ye-ouch!If I am able to stick with it I would expect to see some firming up.
My biggest complaint is that the pace of the steps is incredibly slow.As someone who has taken lessons before ... Read More
- best ballet work out out there This dvd is great for beginners. tough, but doable. it heavily focuses on leg excercises, and a bit of other ones at the end as well. the background is nice and relaxing, and the instructor is very clear. great dvd for its price
- Great workoutI was very pleased with this video.I'm taking an adult ballet class for exercise and I bought this video to supplement that class, since that only meets once per week.This workout is great.It concentrates a lot on the legs and butt, which are needed areas for me.I feel that doing this workout during the week has really helped me improve in class too.It's a great value.
