This latest addition to the extensive library of Element exercise titles is hosted by Hollywood trainer Alanna Zabel. Filmed in front of a soothing Shangri-la ocean backdrop, Beginner Level Yoga includes two routines. “The Foundations Program” incorporates various Hatha postures for flexibility and strength-building, with Zabel coaxing viewers to “imagine your feet are like roots of a plant” for moves including mountain pose, warrior, table top, plank (half, full, and modified), sphinx, cobra, and child's pose. “The Slow Flow Program” ties together the poses and includes cat/cow, downward facing dog, reverse, and bridge, along with a bonus “Guided Meditation” at the close. Offering tips for modifications while focusing on “self-care” and restoring one's energy, this beginner's instructional guide is recommended. [Note: also newly available in the Element series are Cardio & Conditioning Yoga and Targeted Toning Yoga.] Aud: P. (J. Williams-Wood)
Element: Beginner Level Yoga
(2015) 78 min. DVD: $14.98. Anchor Bay Entertainment (avail. from most distributors). Closed captioned. Volume 31, Issue 2
Element: Beginner Level Yoga
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