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| A top instructor! |
| I've lost track of the number of Ellen workouts I have, counting her Exercise TV, WW and others. Close to 20, I guess, and they're all just wonderful! Her workouts are all an encouragingly doable length (30-45 minutes); the moves are full range-of-motion, posture-friendly and effective; the equipment minimal; her personality sunny; her voice rich and soothing ... what's not to love? At the end I feel stretched out and fabulous, not beat up or exhausted. Ellen's catchphrase is that exercise should be about energy and in my opinion she's right! |
| - posted by Claire on 8/30/2010 |
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| I Love these workouts!! I am getting stronger then I did with the firm. I feel healthier and my back does not hurt anymore. I have tried to go back to my old workouts a couple of times thinking these are not tough enough but I did not feel good and my back would start to hurt again. My family has notice that I look better. I also get comments from people that I look like I am in my 20's . I am 43. THANK YOU Ellen !!! |
| - posted by Margaret on 2/3/2010 |
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| I Give It Five Stars! |
| My mom had the unopened SELF Slim and Sleek video on her shelf for who knows how long. One day I noticed it and thought "Why not give it a try? I need something different." Well, let me tell you that the next day I was really feeling the workout (especially in my thighs) and I couldn't believe it since the video was easy to follow and I was able to get through the entire thing with no huge effort. I felt really inspired because I've always done several forms of exerise and am in good shape. I have to say I was surprised by this video because although I was really sweating by the end of it, my body didn't feel like I was pushing it hard. Ellen does such a great job cueing and the moves target different areas. You work on sculpting and cardio at the same time and her beautifully designed routine keeps your heart in the target zone so you can really maximize your workout. If you want an exercise video that your body gets a lot out of but doesn't take a lot out of you, then this is the one. This is a video that will make you look forward to exercising instead of putting it off. It's a real keeper! Don't underestimate it because it seems too simple. I also bought SELF Bikini Ready Fast because Ellen is great and enjoy that video as well. |
| - posted by Elizabeth on 7/25/2009 |
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| Ellen you are amazing! |
| I am so glad I can say how much I love Ellen as an instructor. I have 6 of her videos and that is no coincidence! Her videos are the only ones I want to buy! She is so professional and explains everything so well along the way! Her cuing is excellent and she is just so likable! I can´t wait to go and work out with her every day, I never get bored, and I am literally smiling during the work out! I hope she will continue to do these videos, I am going to want to buy more:) |
| - posted by Layla on 11/26/2008 |
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| I actually like working out thanks to Ellen |
| I am the type of woman who really hates machines and gyms. I find them boring and way too stationary. I am pretty health conscious, however, so I needed to incorporate physical activity in my day when the weather had me on house arrest. I have tried a few of her DVDs now for over 5 years and it is a great workout, a lot of fun and Ellen makes it so easy to follow along. Some other instructors forget that the audience may not be at their level yet. I look forward to popping in a DVD everyday when I come home from work :)Best of all, you forget you're actually working out..it's like playtime. Yet I am in great shape, slim and I will never stop these workouts. Thanks Ellen!! |
| - posted by Melissa on 10/30/2008 |
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| Ellen is my favorite instructor of all time |
| She really is the best as far as I'm concerned. It's very subjective what we like in personalities of instructors, but Ellen seems very warm and genuine. She is careful and encouraging in her instructions and spot on in her cuing. I have done almost all her videos on the market and there's only one I didn't like (the Self Slim & Sleek Fast one--but that was due to bad sound and other issues than Ellen). Without a doubt, every time she puts out a new video, I will buy it. |
| - posted by Lainie on 3/22/2007 |
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| Ellen is Wonderful! |
| I agreen with all the positive reviews on this instructor. Ellen is so uplifting, calm, and positive with her instructions. She makes working out very pleasant and relaxing (even when it is challenging!). Her DVDs have very fun moves. My favorites that I go back to over and over again are Crunch Pick your Spot Pilates, Crunch Fat Burning Pilates, Crunch Super Slimdown Pilates Yoga Blend, and Self Bikini Ready Fast. I have some of her others and they are good also. If I see anything by her, I know it must be good. Keep the awesome workouts coming, please! Love you, Ellen! |
| - posted by Andrea on 2/16/2007 |
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| Ellen is the best! |
| I joined Weight Watchers, but it was difficult for me to exercise. Therefore, I bought different Exercise's DVDs (about 6.) Two of them were Ellen's- those are my favorites- mostly because her instructions are clear and easy, and she seems very friendly. I do like my other DVD's but the instructors can't compare to Ellen...I wish I could find other DVD's by her. |
| - posted by Nelly. on 2/8/2007 |
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| Ellen Barrett |
| Ellen's Pilates video is great! I love her clear, calm directions! Even though I find myself saying "and that's also, fine." Ha! |
| - posted by Jeannie Tropp on 8/3/2006 |
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| Ellen Barret |
| Her workouts are great ! It's true , her voice is very calm, and gentle ! I really enjoy her videos, she is also very upbeat, makes the video go fast. |
| - posted by sandra on 7/30/2006 |
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