I tried this DVD for the first time today. I did the beginner workout. there is also an intermediate workout on the DVD. Maybe someday...

I have to say I LOVED IT! I am a true beginner when it comes to pilates, and all the other ones I had tried before, I could do NONE of the moves. They were too hard, and no modifications were shown.

In this one, in the most basic modifications I could do every move, with the exception of the "Roll-Up." As hard as I tried, I could only muster a crunch! Oh well, something to work toward! That will be a good measure of if I'm improving core strength, I think. When I was done with the workout, I felt very warm and a just a little shaky, so I know that it was a good workout for me.

Just wanted to recommend this as a good started for anyone interested in pilates and is a real beginner like me!