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The best workout DVDs to turn your living room into a temple of health
This workout sneaks up on you, in a good way. Ellen Barret has wonderfully clear cuing and is inspiring without being cloying in the least. This DVD combines standing yoga and pilates mat work for a graceful -- but tough -- toning workout. amazon.com
Whether your gym membership was a casualty of the sluggish economy or you just don't like to leave the house to exercise when it's raining, workout DVDs can be the key to keeping your routine fresh. These favorites cover the spectrum from calming pre-bedtime yoga to oh-my-god-make-it-stop cardio.
