I love yoga, but my PT says I need to do more than just traditional yoga to get myself in shape. I found out about DDPYOGA, probably like everyone else, through the Facebook/You Tube video that was circulatingabout Arthur, the American Veteran that could barely walk. Arthur tried DDPYOGA and made such a remarkable change in his life that he has become the poster child for inspiration. This guy is amazing.
DDPYOGA is a complete program. It comes with 4 DVD Disks which correspond to different levels of the program. It has a handy chart you can post on your wall that shows you the basic movements in DDPYOGA and it has a DDPYOGA Program Guide which give you an introduction to the program, an overview, and a nutrition guide. This is a 49 page document, not some simple 4 or 5 page deal. It covers a ton of information. You also have access to the DDPYOGA website and forums where you can get lots of encouragement and help.
When you start out on DDPYOGA you can use the beginner chart which shows you what to do for weeks 1 through 13. It is highly recommended that you take some starting photos of yourself. You never have to share them, but it is a great way to see just how far you have come. The photos not only show weight loss and toning, but also demonstrate flexibility and strength.
Everything is considered in the DDPYOGA plan, from your ideal fat burning heart rate (mine is 117 to 137) to changing the way you eat (in different phases so as not to overwhelm you). This is one of the areas in which I’m very drawn to DDPYOGA. I agree with almost EVERYTHING they have to say about nutrition – the only place I diviate is in their choice of oils. DDPYOGA wants you to be on REAL food, not processed junk and sugar. They have you go gluten free and dairy free, adding in organics and talking about food combining! The plan even offers sample meal plans and a few recipes to boot!
I have tried the program out and I think it has real potential. It uses a lot of isometrics and that can be tricky at first. I know for someone like me, who has had trouble engaging some of my muscles, it was hard to get my muscles to activate. You may need to play around with the moves or to ask a friend to spot you at first, to make sure you are engaging properly. I do think it will help me build core strength and to get a lot of flexibility in, plus build strength. I actually can’t wait to get back to the program, but unfortunately I hurt my knee, in a non-DDPYOGA related incident, and I’m having trouble even walking right now. I would love to keep you all updated on my progress.
that video is amazing I seen it a few months ago on FACEBOOK thanks for sharing the program review
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This would be good for my husband. We are doing P90X and there is a Yoga day and he does not like that day because it is too advanced.
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Sounds interesting..
I have this. It is a good program. 🙂
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I’ll have to try this out!
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I’ve seen that video and I always tear up. I am suck a sucker. Too bad about your knee but hopefully you’ll be right back at it and reaching your goal!
I hope you get used to it more and that it really helps you in getting in shape!
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I would LOVE to try this! I’m so happy to be back doing yoga again – and have already gone dairy and grain free.
Emily @FamilyNLifeLV recently posted..Under Armour Spine Venom Challenge
I’ve heard amazing things about this program. Sorry about your knee, I hope you feel better soon!
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What a great program. Thanks for sharing.
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I’ve seen this and it looks really interesting. Can’t wait to hear how it goes for you once you get back into it.
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This guy is crazy! But it looks like a great yoga program!
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This looks like such a great program – I has really been wanting to get into some kind of routine!
I love this program. I always feel so good after one of the workouts.
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I’ve been thinking of buying this. Thanks for the great review!
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Sounds really cool! Thanks
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This looks like an amazing program.
I need to add yoga to my fitness routine and this looks awesome.
Kelly @ A Girl Worth Saving recently posted..Trying to Bring Sexy Back
Sounds like a great program. You aren’t going to catch me standing on my head though.
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Sounds like a really great program!
Ty @ Mama of 3 Munchkins recently posted..5 Fun Swimming Pool Games for Kids
I love yoga! This looks awesome (and wow, what a transformation that guy made).
Looks like a great dvd work out!
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Looks unique. I have been wanting to give yoga a try.
I have never seen that video. That is simply amazing! I’m not a fan of going to the gym, so I’m always on the look out for a good workout that I can do at home.
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You had me – right up until “dairy free”…. I can not IMAGINE a world without cheese and yogurt LOL
Lynsey @MoscatoMom recently posted..Send Mom What She Really Wants For Mother’s Day
I used to take Yoga and it totally helped relax me and gave me a ton more patience in my job as a teacher! This video is amazing! It reminds me of my last class when all the pros were throwing up headstands as I stopped and looks in amazement haha!
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I love that video – it moved me to tears the first time I watched it!
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That is pretty amazing.
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I hope it gives you the results you’re going for. I like your idea of taking photos to document progress too.
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This looks truly amazing. And, what a testimonial, too!
Document your progress so we can see it!
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I could never get into yoga
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I really love the idea of adding a boost to traditional yoga. I would love to try this!
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I remember seeing that video last year I think, the change was amazing!!!
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Like Penelope, I could never get into yoga for some reason. 🙁
HilLesha @To the Motherhood recently posted..Unconventional Gifts That Will Surprise Mom!
Yoga is just one type of exercise that I can’t do.
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