Shiva Rea's Cora Yoga

Maintain or developing a strong core is very important to our overall well-being, crunches have always been a downfall for me--I tend to put to much pressure on my neck regardless of how hard I try not to, so I was excited to discover Shiva Rea's (yoga teacher to the stars) latest fitness DVD from Acacia called, Shiva Rea: Core Yoga: The No Crunches Way To Flat Abs (August 2012), which features 7 mix-and-match dynamic segments plus Shiva Rea's Yoga Matrix!

Here is the synopsis of Shiva Rea: Core Yoga from the back of the DVD case:

A strong core means so much more than flat abs. A healthy core helps you stand taller, look leaner, and feel more energetic. Led by Shiva Rea--called a "powerhouse yoga teacher" by the New York Times--these seven flowing yoga segments focus on the core, upper body, and lower body. Reap the soul-nourishing benefits of yoga while you sculpt a long, lean torso and a strong, supple back. 

Filmed at White Sands National Park and Kauai's Limahuli Garden, this gorgeously shot DVD features Shiva's popular Yoga Matrix. Select segments from over an hour of yoga to customize your practice each time. Creative and highly effective, Core Yoga is an inspiring way to reshape your body and ignite your inner fire.  

Three programs on 1 DVD: Shiva Rea: Creative Core Abs; Shiva Rea: Creative Core + Lower Body and Shiva Rea: Creative Core + Upper Body.

 I admit, I am no where near as flexible as others when it comes to yoga, but I have definitely came a long way since discovering and implementing yoga a while back. I love that Shiva Rea's Core Yoga focuses on one of my biggest problem areas, and does so very effectively, I might add, with NO crunches--so for me, that means no neck pain after doing a core workout. I am a long way for any real definition but I can definitely notice an improvement in core strength and posture after following this program for about a week so far. I found it to be great for most all levels fitness and flexibility--easily adjustable to at your own level. I am completely loving the Yoga Matrix and the customization that it allows! 

 Thank you to Acorn Media for my sample used in this review.  Opinions are honest, review by Michelle.

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