Core Strength Vinyasa Yoga Power Hour with Sadie
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This hour is a cardio amping, fat-blasting and creatively fun flow with master instructor Sadie Nardini. Called a rising star by Yoga Journal, this top instructor will change the way you practice yoga. She’s the founder of Core Strength Vinyasa Yoga, a style that puts the core back into all your yoga poses! You’ll torch calories, reshape and tone your entire body, gain strength, flexibility, and replace any vigorous hour you could do at the gym with the healing, balancing and transformative power of yoga. If you love to move and are looking to get strong, lean and flexible in less time, all while having a blast–this DVD is for you! more info
Awesome!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Sadie is a knowledgeable, creative and sensitive yoga teacher. This is a wonderful yoga practice which centers around core strength, her specialty. It is a no nonsense, no frills practice with a teacher who truly embodies the heart and soul of yoga. This practice is suited for all levels because she explains and demonstrates modifications. I love Sadie’s youtube videos as well. Can’t wait for the second video to be released soon. A worthy and smart purchase for teachers and students alike. Go Sadie…….we love you!!!!!
This one has everything!!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I purchased 2 yoga dvds at the same time and this one by far is superior. Sadie does a wonderful job of cueing the body and the yoga is flowing, your heart rate is up within a short time and you really can create a sweat. She does a great job of allowing the body to cool while incorporating some core work. Your abs will feel this one. The wall work is a little more challenging with the inversions, but only a few of the poses require working up to. Great modifications within! Just doing the matwork you get your money worth, wall work is a bonus! Excellent!
Power yoga challenge with class
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Sadie Nardini’s videos are perfect for me. Her voice is soothing and interesting, the sets are uncluttered and serene, the sequences are smooth and challenging. She has inspired me to try new poses by breaking them down into smaller steps and suggesting prerequisites. And she seems to be having an enjoyable yoga session herself which encourages me. I recommend the Core Strength Vinyasa Yoga Power Hour to beginners and beyond beginners who want a fast-moving, powerful yoga guide.
Definitely my favorite Yoga DVD thus far…!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I began taking Yoga classes last year and loved them. The problem came when they weren’t being offered at the local JC for a time that I could attend (I work during the day) so I decided to try out some DVDs so I could do it at home. I went through all of the reviews for various DVDs and this one was highly recommended. I must say this is one of the best Yoga DVDs I’ve owned thus far.
Not only do you really have a really good flow, but this is the only DVD that has left me drenched in sweat. Not a bad sweat, but whenever I finish I feel much better than before I had started. I highly recommend this to anyone who’s already familiar with Yoga since I think someone who’s never tried Yoga may have a hard time keeping up. I will definitely buy her new one and share my thoughts on that!
Good challenging flow…
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This was challenging and really fun to do – not many home yoga dvd’s incorporate tripods into their flow….exciting!
Very Challenging
Rating:4 out of 5 stars
I just finished doing this dvd this morning. My first impression is that this a hard workout and the physical benefits are worth the effort. However since, power yoga is not my normal practice, I felt like I was missing something. Perhaps the spiritual aspect of the yoga. That aside, this a great yoga class to get you into shape. Lots of planks and up dogs AND lots, I mean lots of ab work.
Setting: Bare studio with concrete looking floors. Sadie is set up in front of a window with a heating vent beneath it. Very stark. She is on a black mat and is wearing black. When the camera pulls back, it is hard to distinguish her body from the mat.
Production quality: I read the back of the dvd cover and it said that you can pick from 2 views, one normal and one 3D where you can see the poses from different angles???? I didn’t see that option on my dvd?? The camera was to the side of her throughout most of the class. Also when I first watched the dvd, I chose the beginners option. About 5 minutes into that I realized that there was absolutely no cuing, just wah wah wah commentary. I thought, oh no , another dvd to return to amazon! Something told me to go back to the menu and just press play. Aha, cuing, such as it is. Her cuing is often late and doesn’t match the movement. I don’t know how these dvds are made,but I am assuming the audio is added after the video while watching it. How hard is it to match up the instructions to the movement? Several times I had to crane my neck to see what was going on only to realize that she had moved on to another pose.
Wow factor: As I said physically, this was challenging. If you are a beginner as I am when it comes to vinyasa yoga, you will not be able to keep up. I wasn’t able to. As such, I didn’t feel really good after the practice, not like I did after Jennifer Lynn’s flow yoga dvd. It moves really fast and is over in 60 minutes (gratefully!) Will do it again, only because I am trying to get back in shape and power yoga beats lifting weights any day of the week.
Simple suggestions: I know she is producing another dvd due out in February (checked out her website). A couple of suggestions. Pretty up the space a little. Cover up the air vent. Black clothes, different color mat, or vice versa. Fix the cuing. This is so important on yoga dvds. Try different camera angles on poses, it helps, alot.
To me these type of classes are always better when there is more than one person in the class. Perhaps someone who is less flexible with a diffeent body type. Just my suggestions for whatever they’re worth
Overall good dvd. Good class. UPDATE: I returned the dvd. I went to her website and saw a video clip of her upcoming dvd. It looks much better and more comprehensive than this one. I couldn’t see owning them both.
Core Strength
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Sadies dvd is very different from my other dvd’s which I like. She offers poses that are “do-able” yet challenging enough to make me feel like I’m getting a good workout. I am very happy with the dvd because it offers poses that are not on my other dvd’s, some of the transition moves add extra strengthening moves(like the transition from down dog to stepping forward into a lunge) and the poses are challenging but “do-able.” I am sure that this dvd will be one of my favorites! As a side note I’d like to say that Sadie’s web site offers “tutorials” which have taught me many poses that I would never would have attempted without this instruction. Sadie, your the best!!!
Perfect for my experience
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Perfect for my experience, medium and advanced practicioners. Great Dvd. Thank you very much Sadine
Core Power
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Sadie was my first yoga teacher in New York, and she’s the one I go to over and over. Sadie’s grace and humor are palpable, and her strength as a teacher is immense. In her classes, you draw into your core before expressing into the pose, so every single moment of class, you are creating strength and stoking your inner fires. This dvd is an amazing alternative to taking one of Sadie’s overflowing classes in NYC. You will work, you will tone, and you will stretch, and you will have fun. This is a transformative workout, and your yoga practice will never be the same.
Excelelnt product, good service
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This product is well worth the money spent. For me, the explicit instruction in exactly how to transition between poses and how to enhance the effect of these transitions was priceless, something that I haven’t seen elsewhere.
In addition, I had a question about the product and emailed Sadie directly, I had a response within three hours. Customer support after a sale is made is nice surprise these days. I highly recommend the product and the instructor.
Enjoyable practice, right amount of challenge
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I bought this DVD after waching the free videos accessible through Sadies website. I’ve been practicing yoga from dvd’s for just over a year. This dvd gives me everything I want from my practice- poses that are challenging but do-able (still breathing but definitely feeling like your getting a workout), narrators voice is easy to listen to (doesnt become annoying after 10 or more times watching). I used the beginners commentary the first time and found the advice useful. I’ll be honest and say that I’m pretty comfortable with the first 40 minutes but I have to work up a little courage for the wall section- but I’m confident I’ll get there in the end and Im happy there’s something here that pushes the boundaries a bit more! I have been trying to convince my less yoga minded family to give this a go because I think they’d enjoy it without getting bored. Well worth the money- i feel fitter and stronger.
Smooth and Graceful
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Taking Sadie’s classes in New York is one of my key tools in navigating a very high pressure life. What I have always appreciated about her teachings is her cool blend of physiological athleticism and grace in presentation. This DVD is the next best thing to being there. Sadie’s elegant combinations of poses and movements are in a format that is smooth and easy to follow. I feel like I get a great workout and as at the last OM in her classes, you feel a sense of accomplishment and a strong belief in your own ability to move through, beyond and conquer anything.
Core Strength Vinyasa Yoga Power Hour with Sadie Nardini
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I really love this yoga DVD! Sadie has a great teaching vibe and the class is challenging but doable. You definitely feel that your core is being addressed, but you are not suffering in the process. My only critique is that the voice-over is a bit out of sync with the visuals and it might throw off newer students, regarding when to breath in or out. It is the kind of video class that you look forward to doing again. It hits the spot if you can’t get to a vinyasa-flow class and is great to keep a home practice going.
Sadie Rocks!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I first found Sadie through YouTube and being a yoga teacher myself I didn’t feel it was fair to only take the free teachings! So I wanted to support her efforts and bought both dvd’s. This is a great workout! A ton of breathing and core strengthening. It’s great because you can do as much as you can for that day and come back another day and try it again. She has an excellent and personable attitude and I can’t wait to take a class from her in person some day! If you are looking to learn new ways to get in shape and amp up your practice this is an excellent choice. She also gives you beginner alternatives which really helps the newbies and gives you a goal to motivate you!
Special yoga DVD
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I’m a yoga audio and video junkie. I’ve done, watched and listened to many, many, many over the years.
About my yoga likes: My first yoga love is Ashtanga but I love a power vinyasa practice. I love to move and I love an instructor with great verbal cues, a strong but calming voice and great body control. Sadie Nardini fits the bill. I love the flow in this class. Her cues are impeccable and her use of her own body to demonstrate placement is something I’ve never really seen. It helps that she uses a voice-over technique because her demonstration of poses and movement is outstanding. The music is fun. Oh, and the core work is hard!
Buy this DVD – it really is different from the others and it’s really enjoyable and a great workout.
Yoga “Power Hour”
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Sadie Nardini is one of the best yoga instructors I’ve encountered in my 28 years of practice. She’s powerful, attractive and has an exuberant personality that lifts your confidence and spirit. In her DVD she guides you through a dynamic 60 minute power hour that strengthens your entire body as you gain greater flexibility. Ms. Nardini focuses on the proper alignment of each pose and the importance of strengthening your core muscles. This DVD also contains three 20-minute bonus segments that help tone your abdominals and sculpt your entire body.
Sadie Nardini is an incomparable yoga instructor, her Core Strength Vinyasa Yoga DVD is a must have in your collection.
Core Power / Innovative / Grounding / Fun!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Sadie’s CorePower DVD is awesome! It has a flow that leaves you feeling not only energized but grounded when you are done. Constant reminders to activate the core have me doing it even as I sit here. It becomes a mantra to keep in mind through all movement. Her waterfall warrior and fists of fire, for example, I haven’t seen in any other video or class, and they add so much to the poses they are incorporated into. And my gosh, the workout! It really targets areas that you forgot you owned, if you choose to go to your own edge. She does offer alternatives for the difficult moves so you can choose your own workout level as you go. Thanks for the inspiration!
Sandy Krzyzanowski
REAL Core Strength!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
YOU MUST GET THIS DVD!! If you love yoga, you’ll love it!
This DVD is non-stop core work, and is very well done! Sadie Nardini includes creative and fun ideas into this vinyasa sequence. She makes it accessible to everyone, including beginners, with her alternate beginners commentary option. I feel so lucky to have found out about Sadie Nardini and her Core Strength Vinyasa Yoga!
Wake Up Call
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
This is a great dvd to wake up to in the morning –better than coffee (and I love a latte!). Its segments make it the perfect practice before work. On weekdays I practice the mat sequence, which is really effective at strengthening and toning core and limbs. On weekends I attempt the wall poses, which are challenging. Sadie is very encouraging, and with her positive approach and insightful experience, I’ve been able to advance far. A really great way to start the day and make home practice a habit.
EXCELLENT
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I first *met* Sadie through her wonderful YouTube videos…soon after watching her videos I ordered her 2 DVDs, as I wanted to set a good home routine. Sadie ROCKS:-)).
I love the way the sequences are splitted and the slow/careful/detailed explanations that Sadie gives all along….At first, I thought the DVD was not for beginners… I was struggling to get through the whole thing…Then, instead of “child posing” before collapsing (LOL), I just picked the *beginner set” so that I could always stay tunned with my breath. This option “beginner set” is INVALUABLE, to help built core strength and practive at one’s own pace.
Plus Sadie’s “fake slowness” makes the sequences even more challenging for people (hand raised!) who need to develop more stamina (yeah I ENJOY the vinyasas LOL) . And I really enjoyed the restorative sequence as well (“NAMASTE Sadie” my whole body was saying !!)
This one DVD by itself is a sort of an amazing ” all in in one DVD” , core-tastic, sweaty, intense…definetely my favorite!
Be ready to experience a *yoga high”:-))
Keep up the good work Sadie!
Namaste
Good but felt a little ripped off.
Rating:3 out of 5 stars
I decided to buy this DVD because my girlfriend attends her Manhattan studio and raved about her. I thought what she did show was difficult, but could easily be modified for beginners. However, after looking at the format and reviews of her other DVD (total body transformation for weight loss) I feel ripped off. This DVD is only 1 hour of material. I know it is called power hour – but not two many different poses were fit into that hour. If you want a taste of Sadie I don’t recommend purchasing this DVD..not much there.
Sweat it out!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
Excellent workout and you really sweat as well as work your muscles. However, if you are a beginner, this is not for you. This is a lot like yogarobics and not your calm relaxing kind of yoga. If you want to sweat and is still new to yoga, I recommend SELF – Ultimate De-stress Yoga.
Excellent vinyasa DVD
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I was first introduced to Sadie Nardini via her excellent youtube yoga videos. She has a phenomenal teaching style and her youtube videos were always excellent and extremely thorough. I always wondered why she didn’t have a DVD out and then I found her Core Strength Vinyasa Yoga Power Hour! It was just released this year and I have to say, it is excellent!!! I think this is appropriate for beginners, intermediate or advanced yoga students. It really concentrates on and builds your core which is very important in yoga (and one of the areas where I am still a little weak). I can really feel my abs working during the DVD and definitely the next day! It moves at a nice pace, not too slow and not too fast. I am dripping in sweat after 60 minutes and I’ve been doing yoga for 2 years! It’s a great workout!
unexpected and welcome
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I have been back out on the road for the past year and a half, and it’s not easy to find yoga classes that fit into a daily production schedule, even on days off. As a result I’ve often had to practice to dvd’s in locker rooms of arenas, or my hotel room.
What I’ve discovered is that most of the dvd’s I’ve used haven’t exactly hit the mark for me. Either the workout’s been a little low key, or unchallenging, or the presentation may have been “all too wonderful / new agey”. Sometimes the music was so lame it was distracting.
Until NOW.
Sadie’s dvd is direct, challenging, but spiritually connected without feeling “cheesy”.
I highly recommend this dvd. It will be my “personal yoga teacher” on the next leg of the tour.
Thank You Sadie. I’m looking forward to your next one.
Ross
Powerful Hour and More!
Rating:5 out of 5 stars
I am very excited to finally be able to take Sadie’s amazing yoga classes with me where ever I go. She is the very best kind of yoga teacher: one that combines clear, direct instruction with a powerful, centering flow practice and at the same time brings to the program a grace, gentleness and spiritual grounding that exemplifies what yoga is all about: balance, strength, and love.
As someone who has bought a bunch of yoga DVD’s over the years, and practiced with innumerable teachers, I can honestly say that I think Sadie, and this DVD, is the best of the best. For me personally, the best yoga practice is one where I can combine aspects of a meditation/centering practice with a good, old-fashioned workout.
What makes Sadie’s DVD–and her approach to yoga–special, is that even though she makes you work hard–building fire and fierceness (as she would say)–she doesn’t forget the essential purpose of yoga: to get centered, grounded, and peaceful. With this DVD, I can bring the joy and sweat of an in-person session with Sadie to my hotel room, my friend’s house…everywhere! Yeah, Sadie, you rock!
Oh…and to the woman who was having difficulty with finding the different short cuts on the DVD, make sure you learn how to use your DVD remote/buttons properly before you give up on the DVD. I’ve struggled a bit with other yoga DVD’s in the same way, but found that it was usually my ineptitude with the remote/DVD player that was the problem, not the yoga. Sometimes DVD players are the culprit!