The Bar Method Dancer's Body Advanced Workout

This is a very good, and intense workout video. I was an avid runner for years, and had taken up cycling after a recent back surgery, so I had to come up with other workout options to stay tone since running or any exercise involving impact was no longer an option for me. Let me tell you, the workouts in this DVD engaged all my seat, back, and ab muscles without any impact and with very little motion. I was literally shaking at the end of it. Also, you don't need to purchase extra equipment, at most, you will need is a set of small dumb bells, and a towel for one stretch at the end. The rest of the exercises can be done with a kitchen chair, or counter, something above waist level to place your hands on for balance. That is if you are not a serious ballerina, and you are just someone looking for a good workout.If you're a cross fit or insanity lover this is probably not a workout that you would enjoy. I'm not saying this because you'll be able to power through it without a problem, I am saying this because the type of exercise could be a bit boring in comparison to cross fit or insanity. The exercises are small controlled movements, yet intense, and are designed to aid in flexibility, all of which are very important when it comes to dancing. This is a great exercise for those who like to workout in the privacy of their own home, who can not, or do not like high impact/energy exercises, and who are also bored with the typical squats or lunge exercises normally used to tighten ones seat and hamstring muscles.

I prefer workout DVDs because I don't have to get fancy or give a crap what I look like or hop in the car and drive across town and be somewhere at whatever time class starts or pay $10 (or more) for a class. With a workout DVD, you really have no excuse not to work out. Having started with Callanetics in high school as a supplement to my ballet training, I have long been a barre workout aficionado. I crave that wobbly jello feeling after a kick-ass workout, but as time goes on it's hard to find a workout that is challenging enough for me. Squeeze by Tracy is hard enough, but it also makes me want to stab the television. It's not fun, it's just grueling. This workout is super hard, but it's upbeat. Challenging but not sadistic. Marni is always offering gentle reminders about posture that really make the difference. I would love to see more Bar Method workouts starring Marni, she is a joy to work out with. The time flies, and I feel like jello afterwards. Mission accomplished!I purchased this DVD from the Bar Method website for way less than the amazon price. You'll need a sturdy chair and light hand weights for the workout, and a bathrobe strap for stretching.

I really, really enjoy this workout! I have only done it a couple of times now, but I feel my posture becomes better for the whole day whenever I do it. It comprises of ballet like moves, and a lot of small movements - it gets INTENSE!! The burn is so bad that it's good! :) The best part of this workout is that as you get better at it, you can keep going up in your level by getting even more concentrated on the movements and balance.Some people posted that they found Marnie Elton annoying. On the contrary, I found her graceful, strong, and gave such precise directions on the form right at the minute you need it! She tells you exactly when to concentrate on keeping your shoulders down, elongating your neck, keeping chest out etc....without her instruction, it would be hard to do this workout with the proper form. And form is extremely important for this type of workout to be effective.In terms of results, I can already see changes - my body looks "smaller".

THIS EXRECISE DVD IS ONE OF THE BEST WORKOUTS I HAVE EVER DONE.I HAVE BEEN USING EXERCISE VIDEOS SINCE I WAS 14 YEARS OLD. I WORKOUT EVERYDAY AND AM AT AN ADVANCED FITNESS LEVEL.THIS DVD IS NOT FOR ANYONE OTHER THAN AN ADVANCED LEVEL. IT IS INTENSE AND HARD BUT IT WILL DEFINITELY CHANGE YOUR BODY.YOUR ENTIRE BODY IS BEING WORKED.THE AB SECTION IS INSANE BUT WELL WORTH IT! THE INSRUCTOR IS VERY SPECIFIC ABOUT POSTURE INSTRUCTION AND SHE HAS A NICE UPBEAT ATTITUDE.I HAVE ONLY BEEN USING THIS DVD FOR 2 WEEKS NOW AND MY BODY IS CHANGING EVERTIME I DO THE WORKOUT.I AM FAR MORE TONED THAN I WAS BEFORE STARTING IT AND I FEEL MORE UPRIGHT,TALLER,AS IF MY WHOLE TORSO HAS BEEN LIFTED UP.I GIVE THIS DVD AN A+

Great workout. The best of the Bar Method CD’s that I own. I finished this workout feeling like I did after the in person classes. This is an advanced workout. Not really for beginners. It goes through each move without spending a lot of time on positioning because it is for those who have had Bar Method experience

Good workout for legs . I wish they had a better workout for abs and arms but this is great for the lower body and will exhaust your muscles until you start shaking . Easy to follow and a fit person can finish the progrma without issues . Good workout .

This video came highly recommended to me as a great workout. However, I was really disappointed. The lower body workout was challenging and I definitely had to take breaks because my muscles were on fire! The upper body and abs workout, not so much. Specifically, biceps and shoulders were not challenging whatsoever. I even used heavier weights but that didn't really help. My personal ab workout is much harder as well.If this workout is the hardest workout they offer, then I will be looking elsewhere. For $42, I was hoping for more.

and I had this DVD in the past but scratched it. This is my replacement of a great exercise Barre class