Total Gym Pilates DVD with Simon and Martine Scott

While I think this is a great dvd, I did not realize I would have problems with my very old style of a total gym. I don't have all of the accessories and the appropriate accessories that you can buy will not work on the version of the total gym that I have. So, in order to utilize this dvd to the fullest, I need to completely purchase a new total gym for the low low price of $800. I'm thinking about it but haven't decided at this point.

I was hoping the workouts would be a little more challenging, and the instructor would be a bit more upbeat, but it's almost enough to put me to sleep. The background music is like elevator music which just adds to the slow mood. Most of the exercises are good, just not enough reps, so I am writing them down and I'll just do them on my own without the DVD playing. Also, the Total Gym I purchased came with a pilates kit, but it only included one foot strap, and this Total Gym DVD requires 2 straps for your feet. Hate that there have to be so many other purchases made after the first intial Totaly Gym purchase to get the kind of workout I want. Love our Total Gym, but if you can find a way to learn some pilates move without buying this DVD, I would reccommend that!

I recently got a total gym with some videos included. They were a bit overwhelming and advanced for an out-of-shape, 50-something age woman. This instructional video was simple and clear - short routines I could do on their own, or all together. I found it best to learn the moves and then do them on my own. Following along with the video requires one to be very quick at transitioning the bench's height levels, moving the cross-bar, attaching pulleys, etc. Overall, I liked it very much and especially recommend it for beginners.

I bought the original Total Gym that included Martine's Pilates video tape and quickly took up doing her Pilates lesson everyday. It helped me develop a better posture and toned body. Start working at the beginner level and work on breath control and accuracy in working on the specific muscle groups she shows on the DVD.Since the VHS player broke down, I had to get the DVD. I highly recommend this Pilates DVD to people seriously wanting to get better posture & toned bodies.David H.

This workout is challenging for a beginner, but very doable. I had this DVD for years, lost it, and ordered it again recently. I'm so glad I did!

This was a good overall pilates introductory video. Showed great uses of the Total Gym and Pilates techniques. Would have liked it to have been more challenging.

Great easy to follow video

BEWARE! This DVD wouldn't eject and nearly ruined DVD player. Total Gym does NOT stand behind their DVDs and claimed it wasn't under warranty! (Since when is a DVD warrantied?) Don't risk your electronics with these poor quality DVDs made in Taiwan. DO NOT BUY.