practices

Yoga Practices for Fertility
$24.95
I got this along with Yoga 4 Fertility from Brenda Strong. I slightly prefer the format of this one. There is a class with 2 men and 4 women in a bright, sunlit room. One of the instructors demonstrates the poses while the other stands in front of the class to lead and give form pointers. In addition to the main 45 min practice, there are several additional sections in the main menu like pranayama breathing, restorative poses, meditation and visualization. I also like that they have extra music at the end during savasana so you can lie there as long as you like. The routine is gentle but does the job of making me feel limber and relaxed. Once in a while the instructor will point out how a pose is good for fertility or letting go of stress. They also mention at the beginning that it's safe for all stages of fertility treatment. Although my husband didn't get a chance to do this with me, I like that it's geared toward both sexes so he could have done it without feeling like he's doing a women's fertility practice. This workout is good for all levels. The poses are challenging enough to be interesting for me (I've been doing yoga a few times a week for over 6 months), but they explain and demonstrate modifications, sometimes using a strap or block, and the participants are also at varying levels.

Sadly, our journey was cut short but I could see myself using this DVD every day for several weeks or months.

Private Practice: The Complete First Season
$39.99
In this spin-off, the meanest, dullest, least-liked character of Grey's Anatomy is plucked out and given focus in an entirely new show. One of the dumbest ideas in the history of television.
This just shows that Shonda is a one-trick pony.

T'ai Chi Beginning Practice
$14.98
This is definitely too tough and boring for a beginner. the instuctor does all moves a few times then expects you to have it perfected. He needs to be facing his rear to us, the student , to really make it learnable!

YOGA SHORT FORMS The Practice Ashtanga Yoga Doug Swenson
$23.95
I never tire of Doug's calm voice. I have used this DVD to help me grow in my personal Ashtanga practice. I love this DVD so much that I've purchased it two other times. I use mine daily and now my daughter and a good friend are able to learn from Doug.