Scott Cole: Yoga Tai Chi

I'm one of those who've fooled myself into thinking I'm as healthy as I was in my youth, when I was active and physical. I used to run, play sports and go to the gym in my 20's and 30's. I'm 57 now and in my mind I feel I'm that same kid, even though I've gained weight and sit behind a desk all day. I decided to get back into shape and purchased this DVD after reading several reviews, expecting someone like me would find it a proverbial “walk in the park.” Within minutes, however, I realized just how fat, immobile and stiff I'd become. It was a fairly earth shattering realization and I was horrified at how blind I’d been to discover how far back I’d slid. Admitting defeat, and, since I live alone, I figured "what the hell? No one's going to see me making a fool of myself.” It’s only been a month, but each day I’ve made progress and finding more flexibility and better balance and already amazed at how much better I feel. It doesn’t hurt that suddenly friends are noticing something’s up and asking, “are you going to the gym?”I’m not an exercise vid kind of guy, and thought this would be corny, but Mr. Cole is the perfect teacher, and even over video only, makes me feel like I’m being addressed personally and being paid attention to (how weird does that sound). His positive energy and easy manner make the DVD feel more like it was done for me by a friend or acquaintance and that can’t hurt. I look forward to getting more of his videos and feeling even better! Thank you, Scott Cole!

This is my second Scott Cole DVD. The first one is the reason I bought THIS one. This new one combines both Yoga and Tai Chi and is a bit more extensive. So, as one of his colleagues on this DVD said she does, I use it at the first of the week. (I use my first Tai Chi DVD every day.) Scott adds humor in his DVD's making "us" feel more at ease while initially learning the moves. He also explains how the moves are beneficial to the body. I am nearly 66, and feel a bit stiff from time to time, so these Yoga and Tai Chi movements are very beneficial in feeling better and healthier every day. I highly recommend Scott Cole!!!!

I'm out of shape from work / eat / sleep robot mode. Found a new job that leaves me a couple days off a week, so decided to try to get back into caring for myself. I think it's a wise idea to acknowledge I HAVE a body that needs care & nurturing. This seemed like a soft & gentle way to reacquaint with my body , not just jump into high cardio where I will SURELY feel defeated in about 5 minutes and will lose hope of EVER regaining physical health. On the first viewing ( not doing) I didn't think I'd like it. BUT on DOING it , I found great stretches even though my body is so stiff & inflexible ( Not to mention ALL my fat is in my belly- so look 8 months pregnant all the time and difficult to do things that require balance , reaching or lifting or breathing). I could actually DO them. And he is kind enough to remind you ALL bodies are shaped different ie short torso/ long torso, legs , arms etc- just adjust to what "sits" right for you. I feel alert & relaxed & more focused after finishing it. MAybe after a few weeks I will even attempt the 3 BONUS work outs yoga, abs, tai chi.

I read some of the reviews before buying this DVD and was a little doubtful that I would like it. But Scott Cole has done a very skillful blend of Tai Chi and Yoga. Having done both Tai Chi and Yoga for years, none of the movements were new to me but I don't think that someone new to these disciplines would have trouble following the movements. I hurt my back lifting a 5 gallon tub of paint into the trunk of my car and was looking for something that would help ease the pain. I started with Scott Cole's PM Tai Chi because that is always my "go-to" routine when I've hurt my back. I progressed to the Yoga Tai Chi routine once I felt that my back had healed enough that I wouldn't re-injure it with a slightly more strenuous routine. I was also going through an emotional period in my life at this time. This routine leaves me feeling stretched, relaxed, calm yet energized. The movements gently stretch and lubricate all the joints in your body. Scott also incorporates some core and strength work but not enough to consider this DVD as a "workout." If you've done Scott's PM Tai Chi in the past and are looking for something a little more challenging, you might consider his Yoga Tai Chi. The routine lasts for an hour so it is considerably longer than the PM Tai Chi, but IMO, I feel that the addition of the Yoga postures increases the flexibility and strength benefits without sacrificing the calming effects of doing Tai Chi alone. However, as much as l liked this routine, I can find myself getting bored with it. I need something a little more challenging when my body is working at full capacity. This DVD will maintain a prized position in my library for those days when I need something a little less taxing.

I LOVE this DVD. I am new to tai chi. I have done some yoga but not much. This is possible for me and I will grow with it. Scott is nice to look at and has a fun personality also. I enjoy it and I look forward to it. There are 3 bonus mini workouts also. 1 is yoga abs I saw a difference in my abs in 1 week, what a GREAT workout! 2nd Viniyasa yoga, is beautiful to see and participate in. 3rd is martial DU LA. It is a mini cardio exercise. It is short, perhaps meant for demonstration, but when I am short on time I will often to this twice and abs. I am extremely happy with this purchase.This is an older DVD so it is not hi-def but this doesn't bother me. I recommend this product.

I really enjoy this workout. Scott is very instructional. He explains what the move is and how to do it correctly. The background music is fine, not too loud. I have only at this date, completed the full workout once, felt it was easy, but the next day, I was feeling the effects of a great yoga/tai chi exercise. My goal is to complete this workout three times a week. I highly recommend this.

This was a marvelous combination of Yoga and Tai Chi with a great meditative ending sequence. Just the right balance of each to get a workout, stretch and Tai grounding. Excellent hip flexibility sequences. Great way to start a day!

Great teacher. Great DVD.I'm a begginner at Yoga and Ive been learning with Scott! He is a very good teacher.The main workout is great for a begginer. Not being that fit I didn't know what to expect (by the front cover I thought it might be some hardcore shalion training or something -hmnn thats a good idea for scott) but its really an excellent 40 minute (or so) workout.I like the extra features: Theres an AB workout that scott goes through which is great too!Since buying this Scott Cole DVD I bought all the others of his!!!!!Very good teacher! Perhaps I could get my out of shape body looking more like his with practise!

I can't do all of this, but, I have physical limitations. Scott Cole is wonderful though, and three of his Tai Chi videos are our favourites.

Easy to follow, like all Scott Cole videos, and fitness levels improve within a couple of weeks.

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