Product description Yoga Zone ::Yoga Abs for Beginners:Format&ndsh;DVD Take aim at your abs with this easy&ndsh;to&ndsh;follow yoga video that will leave you feeling fit and refreshed. Two targeted sessions feature unique sequences of non&ndsh;repetitive exercises that focus on the abs while providing an invigorating workout for the entire body. A perfect way to trim tone and tighten. This 40&ndsh;minute yoga workout video is filmed in Jamaica. (replaced) Looking to develop those six-pack abs to show off on the beach? Then yoga is not for you. If however you want to strengthen both your abdominals and your lower back while keeping your stomach muscles supple but not rock hard then yoga s the way to go. This two-part 40-minute program from Yoga Zone uses a variety of poses (some of them joined together in flowing sequences known as vinyasas) that are obviously directed at the abs; the scale pose (also known as the boat) for instance will certainly work those muscles hard as will the table pose the forearm plank (the upward pushup position but with elbows on the floor) and others. But both parts of the practice also incorporate a variety of other asanas such as standing positions and side stretches that develop abdominal strength more subtly as the instructors frequently remind you to tilt your pelvis forward and tuck your stomach muscles in thus gently but firmly engaging your abs throughout your entire yoga routine. You ll work reasonably hard but you won t endure endless series of crunches as you relentlessly go for the burn. With a selectable DVD menu you can sequence the poses any way you like or jump to any particular section. You can also turn off the instruction and do the practice accompanied only by the music track. This is a peculiar option; the point of practicing yoga is to take your awareness inside not stare at a TV screen and the teacher s vocal guidance is usually an essential part of that process. But if it works go for it. --Sam Graham