Sports & Fitness Movies

This yoga video features Stacy McCarthy leading the viewer through a series of poses designed to increase core strength, improve flexibility, and give a person more energy. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi

1 a Minute, from Uniglobe Entertainment and Namrata Singh Gujral, collects stories from international celebrities such as Priya Dutt, Olivia Newton-John, and Bárbara Mori. Detailing their experiences with cancer or family members who have dealt with it, this film also calls on doctors such as Dennis Slamon and Deepak Chopra to educate and raise awareness on the disease. Narrated by Kelly McGillis, the documentary will teach viewers more about the female perspective on cancer and suggested methods of prevention and treatment. ~ Rachel Sprovtsoff, Rovi

This documentary from the news magazine series Frontline explores the controversial topics of life extension, assisted suicide, living wills, and other intersections of life, death, and medicine. Discussing the issues with experts as well as patients, the film weighs in on the ethical consequences of "pulling the plug," even at the request of the dying. ~ Cammila Collar, Rovi

This is the original abs workout video that started the craze. Instructor Tamilee Webb leads this intense video, which includes three ten-minute routines which concentrate on the abdominal muscles. Best when used to supplement your regular aerobics workout, this video is not recommended for beginners. ~ Heather M. Fierst, Rovi

Viewers needing to tone up their entire lower body, as well as their buttocks, thighs, and upper legs, should get this video. Tamilee Webb presents a series of exercises that are best attempted by those who aren't too challenged by somewhat complicated aerobic steps and routines. A variety of exercises are presented that will firm up numerous muscle groups. Those wanting a more demanding workout will particularly enjoy the segment on resistance training that requires the use of weights and bands. These exercises should just be done by those who have already been working out a bit since a fair amount of soreness may result if the entire routine is followed on the first try by a beginner.

~ Elizabeth Smith, Rovi

This dance-oriented fitness program leads viewers through a series of 15-minute workouts that combine fun, easy-to-follow dance steps with the benefits of a full cardiovascular exercise routine that helps strengthen and tone the legs, abs, and the upper and lower body. ~ Cammila Collar, Rovi

This fitness program designed for busy and exhausted moms offers an exercise regimen with an encouraging and empowering tone, designed to "recharge" the body and restore energy and stamina with three, 15 minute segments. ~ Cammila Collar, Rovi

Fitness expert Leslie Sansone leads this intermediate level walking-based fitness program, designed to increase the heart rate to help support cardiovascular health, through a series of low-impact moves that are easy on the joints. The 45 minute program is made to be performed while walking in place. ~ Cammila Collar, Rovi

Peter Coyote hosts this mental-fitness program, which offers a series of challenges designed to foster increased attention, sharpness, clarity, and memory recall, as well as general happiness, and a sense of well being. ~ Cammila Collar, Rovi

With diabetes and obesity in America's youth skyrocketing, Tai Chi expert Scott Cole offers a fun and involving alternative to sitting in front of the television in this release that aims to get kids excited about personal fitness. It's not just about a change in diet, but inspiring healthy choices that will last a lifetime. In addition to cardiovascular exercises, conditioning, and stretching, Cole also offers an introduction to such non violent martial arts as Tai Chi, yoga balance moves, and group exercises designed to build trust and sharpen social interaction skills. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

This fitness program offers a complete workout based on the core principles of Pilates, combining simultaneous cardiovascular exercise with intense strength training, all designed specifically for men. The workout focuses on utilizing an elastic resistance band, promising viewers will feel results in 10 sessions, see results in 20, and undergo a complete transformation by 30. ~ Cammila Collar, Rovi

This fitness program offers a complete workout based on the core principles of Pilates, combining simultaneous cardiovascular exercise with intense strength training, all designed specifically for men. The workout focuses on utilizing a floor mat, promising viewers will feel results in 10 sessions, see results in 20, and undergo a complete transformation by 30. ~ Cammila Collar, Rovi

Arthur Rosenfeld leads this complete lesson on the practice of Tai Chi, focusing on utilizing the relaxed martial art to increase vitality and longevity. Rosenfeld walks viewers through segments on relaxing, reducing stress, improving balance and coordination, increasing energy and flow, and more. ~ Cammila Collar, Rovi