A daily ritual practiced by millions of people around the world, Tai Chi has many health benefits. The low-impact, flowing movements sharpen the mind, strengthen the body, reduce stress, and improve flexibility. Regular practice can lower blood pressure, relieve chronic pain, even help you sleep better. Martial arts champion Tiffany Chen leads you through a 60-movement Yan-form practice she learned from her father, Grandmaster William C.C. Chen. A gentle but powerful workout for people of all ages and abilities. Approx. 88 min. on 1 DVD. An Acacia production.

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It looks like a bowling ball with a handle, but it's a calorie-torching body shaper. Popular for centuries, a kettlebell is a highly effective workout tool, but you have to know how to use it. Hollywood's top kettlebell instructor, Paul Katami, leads you through three 25-minute workouts that spell out the basics (technique and form, drills and combinations) so you can start getting results. Kettlebell required. 79 min, 1 DVD. An Acacia production. Kettelbell sold separately.

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All good things flow from a strong core, a natural emphasis for yoga. (Plus, it must be said, strong abs look good.) One of the world's top female yoga teachers presents a targeted abs workout that's creative and fun to do, not repetitive and dull. You build the strength and grace that would come from surfing or hiking. Do the workout all at once, or in 10- to 15-minute segments that fit your busy lifestyle. Approx. 37 min. on 1 DVD. An Acacia production.

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Some forms of exercise can seem mysterious, even intimidating. These videos make it easy to get started on Pilates, yoga, and cardio—and get results fast. Get a sleek physique and a strong core with workouts that cover all the basic Pilates mat techniques. 60 min. on 1 DVD. An Acacia production.

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She's the star of the best-selling Bollywood dance DVDs, but her first love is yoga. For her latest program, the vivacious and playful Hemalayaa leads you through two 20-minute workouts that leave you feeling happy and renewed, strong and flexible, calm and grounded. Experience the joy of yoga, Hemalayaa-style. Approx. 40 min. on 1 DVD.

An Acacia production.  

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Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese art that can help you achieve greater strength, agility, and power. Qi Gong (chee-gong) is a centuries-old Chinese health system that improves mental and physical awareness. Taught by martial arts expert Matthew Cohen, two complete workouts cultivate strength and tranquility in the body and mind. Approx. 70 min. on 1 DVD. An Acacia production.

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Just because your body is changing doesn't mean you can't get fit and stay fit. Two series created especially for women in midlife build bone strength and muscle, fight weight creep, boost metabolism, burn calories, and improve flexibility. Top model Cindy Joseph (who began her modeling career at age 49) and exercise physiologist Robyn Stuhr present a total body workout and a wealth of information on fitness issues. 220 min. on 3 DVDs.

An Acacia production.

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A quarter of a million people have transformed their bodies at exhale, the exclusive mind/body spa with locations around the US. Now you can get the same results at home with workouts from Core Fusion creators Fred DeVito and Elisabeth Halfpapp. Thighs & Glutes firms and tightens in all the right spots, leading to a trimmer waist, higher buns, and longer, leaner legs. Because the moves work your largest muscle groups at high intensity, you'll lose weight as you sculpt and tone. Five 10-minute segments give you the lower body of your dreams. 50 min. on 1 DVD. An Acacia production.

"Heidi Klum and Cameron Diaz rave about this Pilates, yoga, and core conditioning regimen"—fitsugar.com
"Lost the jiggle without the gym"—Marie Claire

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Too much time at our desks, in our cars, and watching TV add up to back stiffness, soreness, and pain. Starting with a simple standing pose, Anusara yoga teacher Desireé Rumbaugh shows you how to heal yourself. She leads you through a series of therapeutic yoga exercises that will improve your posture, ease pressure, relieve tightness, and make you more supple and strong. Before long, your aching back will be a thing of the past. Approx. 66 min. on 1 DVD. An Acacia production.

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Any exercise is better than none, but if you're serious about fitness, you have to balance the Big 3: cardio, strength, and flexibility training. This program has all you need for total fitness. Each 20-minute workout targets one of the Big 3. Do them in sequence or mix-and-match to suit your schedule. You'll burn calories and fat, build endurance and healthy bones, keep joints moving freely, and feel relaxed and refreshed. Approx. 60 min. on 1 DVD. An Acacia production.
Acacia Fitness DVD incluyen audio en espanol.

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Take the first step toward fitness and before you know it, you've formed a healthy habit. Belly dance is an ancient form of artistic expression - and a fun way to a great physique. Award winning dancer, Leilainia will show you the moves to lose weight and tone from head to toe with three 15-minute dance combinations. 57 min. on 1 DVD. An Acacia production.

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When exercise is fun, you're more likely to do it, and what's more fun than dancing? Burn fat and calories, melt unwanted pounds, reduce stress, and tone your whole body with this enjoyable workout. Kimberly Miguel Mullen teaches you joyful dance moves inspired by Carnaval traditions from Rio to New York City. Learn the Caribbean way to wind your hips, then jump up with marching moves that get the heart racing and the booty shaking. Keep the party going with Brazilian rhythms and combine the moves for the sizzling final segment. A carefree celebration of movement and music. 47 min. on 1 DVD.

An Acacia production

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