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Yoga Moves with Alan Finger
In the last several years, more and more people the world over have found that Yoga is a wonderfully efficient physical and mental exercise for all, young and old alike, which tones and strengthens the body, makes you supple, keeps you young looking, and helps you find peace of mind. Now with YOGA MOVES, you can find out how mush fun Yoga is as you join Hollywood's favorite yogi, Alan Finger, for a complete workout that will add years to your life and life to your years. As Alan constantly reminds you, "Enlightenment isn't serious." His humor, personality and upbeat attitude are combined with state-of-the-art special effects, contemporary music and exotic locations that make YOGA MOVES an hour of entertainment and exercise that's as rejuvenating to the mind and body as it is enjoyable to watch.
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Plot Summary
This instructional video guides viewers through a series of yoga postures and sequences led by renowned yoga instructor Alan Finger. The program focuses on a Vinyasa-style flow, emphasizing breath synchronization with movement. It aims to build strength, flexibility, and mental clarity for practitioners of all levels.
Critical Reception
As an instructional yoga video from the early 1980s, "Yoga Moves" received attention within the burgeoning home fitness market. It was appreciated for its clear instruction and the reputable standing of Alan Finger in the yoga community, though it is not typically reviewed in the same vein as mainstream cinema.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Alan Finger's knowledgeable and accessible teaching style.
Appreciated for its effective Vinyasa flow sequences.
Considered a solid resource for home yoga practice from its era.
Google audience: Audience reception typically highlights the video's instructional value and Finger's expertise. Users often recall it as an effective and foundational yoga program for its time, contributing to a sense of well-being and physical improvement.
Fun Fact
Alan Finger is a co-founder of Yoga Now and a prominent figure in the development of the Jivamukti Yoga system, though this video predates the formal establishment of that school.
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