The Method: Dynamic Toning (1999)

Method: Dynamic Toning is a non-traditional exercise program that combines yoga, ballet, and Pilates-inspired moves. According to host Marion Gotto, the session is designed to work the body as an integrated whole. Featuring three workout segments, the video also aims to strengthen muscles and elongate them. The first segment is a Pilates-oriented total body stretch and warm-up. Next, viewers move into a gentle upper-body routine working with dumbbells. The last segment involves targeted abdominal work. Throughout, Gotto ... Read More

Method: Dynamic Toning is a non-traditional exercise program that combines yoga, ballet, and Pilates-inspired moves. According to host Marion Gotto, the session is designed to work the body as an integrated whole. Featuring three workout segments, the video also aims to strengthen muscles and elongate them. The first segment is a Pilates-oriented total body stretch and warm-up. Next, viewers move into a gentle upper-body routine working with dumbbells. The last segment involves targeted abdominal work. Throughout, Gotto emphasizes breathing and control. One to three-pound dumbbells are necessary equipment. Betsy Boyd, Rovi Read Less