presents
Mara Nesbitt, a
supersize woman extraordinaire, has been teaching yoga to large
people since 1983. Her original video, the classic Yoga for
Large People, was a groundbreaking fitness venture,
introducing yoga to people who never thought they could
participate in such an activity.
In her new
video, More Yoga for Large People: Yoga for Chair and Bed, Mara adapts
Hatha yoga into moves usable by those with
more bountiful bodies. Through her own experience
and with the advice of physical and massage
therapists, osteopathic and chiropractic
physicians, she has created an exercise program for people of
all levels of fitness, from beginner to advanced. This is also a great tape for any
supersize person wanting to maintain flexibility
and mobility. It is especially good for people who have
difficulty getting up from or down to the floor. All exercises
are done standing, sitting in a chair, or lying on a bed. Mara
encourages slow movements and a respect for your
own body; knowing your limits is key here.
The video is thorough and easily followed. Mara begins with an
explanation of each movement, emphasizes the proper breathing
technique, then moves into the workout. The program covers neck,
shoulders, back, hips, and feet, leaving you invigorated,
relaxed, and stronger.
Equipment needed: A chair and a
firm bed or floor mat.
Running time: 70 minutes
Purchase price: $35
plus shipping and handling
Our review
participants had this to say about the More Yoga for Large
People CD:
"As I said after our
review of the previous tape, Ms.
Nesbitt is a wonderful role model for any of
us who thinks we can't exercise. Her video got me up off the
couch and moving. This new video is just as wonderful - in
fact, even better. Whoo
Hoo!" . .
. Abby, a robust age 34
"I love the setting. I
kept imagining I was in the woods near that beautiful
stream. The thought was almost as soothing as the workout."
. . . Denise, supersize,
fit, and loving this video, age 46
"The exercises feel
great, the instruction is excellent, and the instructor is
inspiring. I felt really connected to Mara. Exercising along
with her was like having a dear friend stop by to work out
with. Very nicely done!""The
guided meditation was wonderful! This video made me feel, for
the first time, that a new, stress-free me is really possible."
Doug, age 45 and dedicated couch potato
Mara Nesbitt is a licensed Massage Therapist and has taught yoga
for large people for 15 years.
We
at Size Wise are happy to recommend More Yoga For
Large People: Yoga for Chair and Bed to you. Available
on DVD.
"Yoga for
Large People," Mara's original video, is no longer available.
