Zen Ga Flow: With the Mini Stability Ball

I like their new line of Zenga dvds, they are very similar to what they offer in my gym as PiYo (Pilates Yoga Mix). This dvd offers several exercises that utilize the mini stability ball. I was a little bit disappointed that the mini stability ball that I already own (the smaller blue ball) did not work with this dvd, I had to purchase the bigger orange ball. Stott Pilates Mini Stability Ball . I tried using the blue ball, but it just did not work. Oh well, had to spend another $10. The description only said that you needed the Mini Stability Ball, so I did not realize that there are several different size Mini Stability Balls. I think that is my main complaint with the Stott dvds, they never really tell you on the package what exactly you need (the Foam Roller dvds only tell you that you need a Foam Roller, but not if it's the 18, 24 or 36 inch). You only find out after you started the exercises. But back to the workout. It is a really good dvd, with exercise that challenge flexibility, coordination, and balance. I wanted something that went further than just training my core and strength, because I think that many workouts neglect balance and flexibility. The Zenga line is perfect. And I do love using the Mini Stability ball, it is a great tool. The description said that this is a level 2 out of 5 workout and that there are 24 exercise or 53 minutes. This brings me back to my second complaint about Stott: the workouts are just never long enough and there are not enough repetitions per exercise. I usually have to do two dvds in a row to feel enough of a challenge. The instructors are great a s always and I do like the section that precedes the workout where they tell you how to do proper form, since that is a huge deal with Pilates. I have also ordered the second Zenga dvd, Zenga Power. I alternate them with the Stability Barre training and my regular Pilates dvds.

The DVD I received had the correct cover and the artwork printed on the disc itself also said it was the same workout, but when I played the DVD, it was a different workout. I returned the DVD, and received a replacement. The replacement was exactly the same. Both DVDs say that it is the Zenga flow, but the workout that plays on the DVD is Secret to a Stronger back.

I bought this DVD in May 2017 and used it the first time in June and then again today, August 25, 2017. The exercises are challenging requiring balance and strength. While I don't dislike the DVD, I don't like it either and today I finally figured out why. THERE. IS. NO. MUSIC. I have been exercising in my home for 26 years and use DVDs with music which makes exercising more enjoyable and fun. I'll probably only use this DVD when I want something different.

The Zen Ga workout is fun, challenging and easy to learn. The instructor is calm and specific which is nice when you use a video repeatedly as I do. The intro credits and liability waiver are SO ANNOYING because you cannot skip them after the first viewing. No other workout intro is this bad. Its a real shame that every time I see the woman on-screen who developed this program (that I love) my reaction is total frustration as I am forced to sit through the opening and "agree" to the waiver over and over and over...

ZEN*GA FLOW w/the Mini Stability Ball is an advanced and well-varied total body workout. The usual breathing warm-up was thankfully omitted (proper breathing during Pilates IS important, but spending the whole warm-up on it is not), and new moves were introduced. After particularly strenuous exercises, Kim gave much needed recovery moves to relieve the tension. The 53-minute workout raised my heartrate at times because strength was needed to maintain certain positions, and I felt my core working extra hard with the exercises placing one foot on the ball. I got through 3/4 of the workout with relative ease, but when it came to lunges with one knee on the ball, that stability ball was anything but stable! Even though there were not a lot of alternative movements offered if you couldn't complete, I would still highly recommend ZEN*GA FLOW as an excellent addition to your workout program.

It is comprehensive, easy to follow and it feels good while it is clear that there is big work happening- more attention to breath and stability than most other Pilates DVDs

It said Merrithew Zenga flow WITH the mini stability ball. That is actually the title of the DVD not a description of what products you will be receiving. Just be aware if you buy this it does NOT come with the ball, that is a separate purchase.

Beware, this DVD does not come with the mini stability ball. There is a note at the very bottom of the description, but I think the title of Zenga Flow with the Mini Stability Ball is misleading. Amazon was great with the return process.

Beautiful lovely flow. Intermediate level

This is surprisingly challenging workout. It won't make you sweat too much. But it challenges muscles you didn't even know you had. There are a lot of exercises that your physiotherapist might give you, but Kim makes them much more fun. Kim is an excellent instructor.

Product was incomplete, the DVD was delivered in a timely fashion. However, the mini stability ball was missing. I was not a happy customer. I returned this item immediately.

So disappointed, it sais on the DVD Zenga Flow, but when you play the DVD it is The Secret To A Strong Back, so I asked for a replacement and once again it was the same, so I now want a refund but I'm so disappointed because I really wanted Zenga Flow with the mini stability ball.