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Core Fusion Yoga: Energy Flow Review
Posted on Oct 29th 2010 1:00PM by Kristen Seymour
Core Fusion Yoga: Energy Flow contains five 10-minute workouts along with a bonus section at the end. Like the other Core Fusion DVDs, the sections are alternately taught by Core Fusion founders Elisabeth Halfpapp and Fred DeVito -- in each section, one demonstrates the moves and technique (along with three other participants in the back, one of whom is doing a less advanced modification) and the other talks you through the workout.
While the first three sections -- Energy Flow, Sun Salutations I and Sun Salutations II -- were fairly similar in their use of yoga, the other two -- Chi Gong & Hip Opener Stretches and Core & Gluteal -- were quite different, incorporating moves and techniques that were new to me.
I have to admit, I was nervous for this workout. Though I've traditionally enjoyed the Core Fusion workouts, the last one left me seriously underwhelmed. Would Energy Flow bring back my love of Core Fusion?
Level of Difficulty
Intermediate to advanced, though beginners could use the modifications to work their way up to a higher level.
Next-Day Soreness
Moderate, but surprising -- the most random movements seemed to trigger a sore spot.
Who's It For?
If you've enjoyed Pilates or Vinyasa yoga (where you flow from pose to pose), this is your workout.
Likes
The first thing I noticed about this workout was the energy. I suppose, with a title like Energy Flow, I should have expected it, but everything from the music to the tempo of the moves to the upbeat rhythm of the instructions was really energizing and positive. Halfpapp and DeVito do a great job of pushing you to your limits but still making you stop and appreciate the feel of the stretch, even when you're beginning to swear that you won't even look at another cookie if they'll just stop already!
The last two sections were really interesting to me, and I have to say I truly enjoyed them. The work we did on blocks for the Core & Gluteal section was just plain cool. And the bonus stretch felt amazing -- I think that's the main reason I'm not horribly sore from the workout.
Dislikes
I stretched, I worked my muscles, I got my heart rate up, and at the end, I felt happy and energized -- I just can't come up with a dislike on this one.
Bottom Line
Core Fusion Yoga: Energy Flow has brought Core Fusion back into my good graces. While the workout is incredibly challenging, it's also remarkably rewarding, and many of the moves are set up so that you'll really be able to monitor your progress as you improve. And, if you keep doing this, I have no doubt you will improve!
More Workout DVD Reviews:
Personal Training With Jackie: Xtreme Timesaver Training"
Core Fusion Lean and Toned
Kimberly Fowler's "The No Om Zone"
While the first three sections -- Energy Flow, Sun Salutations I and Sun Salutations II -- were fairly similar in their use of yoga, the other two -- Chi Gong & Hip Opener Stretches and Core & Gluteal -- were quite different, incorporating moves and techniques that were new to me.
I have to admit, I was nervous for this workout. Though I've traditionally enjoyed the Core Fusion workouts, the last one left me seriously underwhelmed. Would Energy Flow bring back my love of Core Fusion?
Level of Difficulty
Intermediate to advanced, though beginners could use the modifications to work their way up to a higher level.
Next-Day Soreness
Moderate, but surprising -- the most random movements seemed to trigger a sore spot.
Who's It For?
If you've enjoyed Pilates or Vinyasa yoga (where you flow from pose to pose), this is your workout.
Likes
The first thing I noticed about this workout was the energy. I suppose, with a title like Energy Flow, I should have expected it, but everything from the music to the tempo of the moves to the upbeat rhythm of the instructions was really energizing and positive. Halfpapp and DeVito do a great job of pushing you to your limits but still making you stop and appreciate the feel of the stretch, even when you're beginning to swear that you won't even look at another cookie if they'll just stop already!
The last two sections were really interesting to me, and I have to say I truly enjoyed them. The work we did on blocks for the Core & Gluteal section was just plain cool. And the bonus stretch felt amazing -- I think that's the main reason I'm not horribly sore from the workout.
Dislikes
I stretched, I worked my muscles, I got my heart rate up, and at the end, I felt happy and energized -- I just can't come up with a dislike on this one.
Bottom Line
Core Fusion Yoga: Energy Flow has brought Core Fusion back into my good graces. While the workout is incredibly challenging, it's also remarkably rewarding, and many of the moves are set up so that you'll really be able to monitor your progress as you improve. And, if you keep doing this, I have no doubt you will improve!
More Workout DVD Reviews:
Personal Training With Jackie: Xtreme Timesaver Training"
Core Fusion Lean and Toned
Kimberly Fowler's "The No Om Zone"
