Has anyone tried DDP yoga

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  • karolina98
    karolina98 Posts: 1
    I have question to those who tried DDP already. I've just had a try on it for few days. I've started from Diamond Dozen and then moved to Energy. It says that you should get to your fat burning zone during workouts and slow down if it goes to high. Problem is that not even once I've been able to get to my fat burning zone. It does get higher but drops quickly as well. Not sure what I'm doing wrong. I do try dynamic resistance and follow instructions but still nothing. What is your heart rate before you start workouts and during exercises?
  • StephieWillcox
    StephieWillcox Posts: 627 Member
    If you're not getting your heart rate high enough you're not engaging enough muscles.

    When you're standing straight up you should be tensing your toes, calves, quads, hamstrings, bum, abs, biceps, triceps, forearms, fingers.

    Everytime you move you should be forcing every muscle to not go in the direction you're trying to move, make it absolutely as hard as you can.

    It is hard to get the idea behind it, but with practice you can really raise that HR and keep it up there.

    In lunges and things make sure you are as low as possible, make it really hurt, get your front thigh down parallel to the floor and your HR will rocket - I promise!!!

    As you progress through the workouts your HR will naturally increase as they become more challening, but simply doing 2 or 3 diamond cutters in a row you should be able to get your HR up to at least 140
  • tisha125
    tisha125 Posts: 1 Member
    Cannot wait to start this program with my husband! We have been previewing the workouts on youtube and are looking forward to the day they come in the mail.

    I've done yoga workouts for years, but this stuff definitely engages ALL muscles.

    Hoping to post results after 30 days! :)
  • DaIllusiveMan
    DaIllusiveMan Posts: 2
    I think, it's the best home workout on the market for the regular Joe or Jane. There are better ones out there for those looking to maximize every minute of their routines. Still, anyone can do these workouts and they're effective. Even just 20-30 minute a day will generate results. Of course if you want to speed up and/or increase your results plateau...mixing & matching the DDP Yoga routines plus monitored diet (no, not a starvation one) will do that.

    I have DJD in both knees and one ankle plus Gout creeping in now & then. Some of the moves I cannot do yet. Not because of impact (because there is none) but that I am not flexible enough at this point. It's good stuff, highly suggest you give it a shot. Can't please everyone but this DDP Yoga product would be used by the majority if they all had a chance to try it. Just my opinion.
  • adopt321
    adopt321 Posts: 111
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  • angleu
    angleu Posts: 140 Member
    My husband and I are starting the workouts tomorrow. Super excited!
  • adopt321
    adopt321 Posts: 111
    I'm curious to hear if anyone has done DDP strictly the physical aspect and not the diet and what kind of results its produced, what changes you feel or see in your body.
  • shurlsmith
    shurlsmith Posts: 3 Member
    If you're not getting your heart rate high enough you're not engaging enough muscles.

    When you're standing straight up you should be tensing your toes, calves, quads, hamstrings, bum, abs, biceps, triceps, forearms, fingers.

    Everytime you move you should be forcing every muscle to not go in the direction you're trying to move, make it absolutely as hard as you can.

    It is hard to get the idea behind it, but with practice you can really raise that HR and keep it up there.

    In lunges and things make sure you are as low as possible, make it really hurt, get your front thigh down parallel to the floor and your HR will rocket - I promise!!!

    As you progress through the workouts your HR will naturally increase as they become more challening, but simply doing 2 or 3 diamond cutters in a row you should be able to get your HR up to at least 140

    I agree completely and would add, I notice an increase in my heart rate making a conscience effort to engage my lower body. You don't need to go lower, keep a good comfortable position, but make sure you are tightening ankles to glutes as described. I can watch my heart rate rise by refocusing my mind if it wonders and my body relaxes some.
  • shurlsmith
    shurlsmith Posts: 3 Member
    I started DDP yoga about 6 weeks ago after seeing the Aurthur video on TV. I am realistic and most days only have a half hour to work out. I love this workout. I am a yoga snob. I like good yoga with a good instructor. I think the quality of these workouts are top notch. You do need to watch your own form since no one is there to correct you. They are challenging and there are a variety of workouts to do in less than 30 minutes with add ons to extend the workout. I have only used discs one and 2 so far. There is also a longer workout I do at least twice a week. I have not lost weight, but I do think I am unusual. I just started using a heart rate monitor. My heart rate increases into my zone quickly. I burn calories that are a little higher than shown if you calculate Aerobics, general, in myfitness plan. After 6 weeks I feel stronger and taller. I was doing the 30 day shred before. I like this better. I have not done "real" yoga in almost a year. I am toning, if not losing weight. I find it incredible as someone else stated already, I was not able to find any negative reviews. It may not replace lifting weights, but it is a very good workout.
  • DaIllusiveMan
    DaIllusiveMan Posts: 2
    I'm curious to hear if anyone has done DDP strictly the physical aspect and not the diet and what kind of results its produced, what changes you feel or see in your body.

    In my case, I dont strictly adhere to the no gluten or dairy fundamentals of this program's diet plan. Although if given the choice I do go with Gluten Free over alternative and water over milk. The results I have witnessed are significantly increased flexability, total body feeling more firm, and slow (and I mean slow) but consistent weight loss. One thing that changed quicker than expected was the shape and feel of my back. I don't have a chronic back condition or anything but its certainly stronger and very firm.

    My routine is 30-45\min 5 days a week. Going off the top of my head, I would say the workouts I do burn about 175-250 calories. Although somedays I just do the "Energy" routine..which, according to my heart montior, burns about 150.
  • Brownsbacker4evr
    Brownsbacker4evr Posts: 365 Member
    Already had a good feeling about DDP yoga just from everything I have watched and read on it. Definitely buying it come next pay day. Might just trade my gym membership in for it if it goes well enough. Baannnngggg!
  • starspeckled
    starspeckled Posts: 313 Member
    Just chiming in for those of you who are sticking with disk 1 & 2... disk 3 has "Wake Up" on it (at least it does with the "max pack" I bought), and it's an excellent quick 10 minute routine that I will definitely be able to do every morning now that I found it! Check out all the disks, I just found out about it today! With every order you also get the audio MP3 files of the disks, which will be great when I've got a little more experience. Wake up can definitely be done without watching anything once you know the moves for those who want to use an ipod. :)<3 my DDP Yoga!
  • katem19
    katem19 Posts: 1
    I'm thinking of starting this but was wondering how long do the various work outs take? I work as a nurse with 12hr shifts. On days that I'm off I have time for a 45-60 min work out but on days that I work (3 days week) the most I can usually push myself to do is 20-30 min workout because I've been on my feet running in an ER all day. Thanks!
  • StephieWillcox
    StephieWillcox Posts: 627 Member
    Approx times are:

    Energy ~ 25mins
    Fat Burner ~ 30
    Red Hot Core ~ 15
    Below the Belt ~ 30
    Stand Up ~ 30
    Strength Builder ~ 40
    Diamond Cutter ~ 55
    Double Black Diamond ~ 70

    So plenty run around 30 mins for you to get in on your shift days :)

    ETA: They will help with stretching out all your muscles following a mad shift, as well as relaxing you back to the real world!!
  • JWat2020
    JWat2020 Posts: 80 Member
    I am pretty overweight (have lost 30 lbs but still want to lose 80 more) and have been pretty inactive until I recently started walking 2 miles a day. Anyone think this would be good for me?
  • StephieWillcox
    StephieWillcox Posts: 627 Member
    I am pretty overweight (have lost 30 lbs but still want to lose 80 more) and have been pretty inactive until I recently started walking 2 miles a day. Anyone think this would be good for me?

    YES YES YES!

    If you go to www.ddpyoga.com you can see plenty of before/afters of people with significantly more weight than you left to lose (and some that actually had none left to lose)
  • Bigora
    Bigora Posts: 20 Member
    Bump.:flowerforyou:
  • andy38uk
    andy38uk Posts: 3
    Started with DDP yoga at 25 stone 5lb with a 50 inch waist at the end of November. I`m now 21st 2lb with a 42 inch waist and still dropping #BANG!!

    4 DDP workouts a week and around 2000 calories a day is doing the trick.
  • Vailara
    Vailara Posts: 2,472 Member
    Well done, Andy!
  • jroman590
    jroman590 Posts: 2 Member
    Can anyone tell me what I'm going to need for DDP Yoga? I want to start soon and I want to make sure I have the right equipment.
  • StephieWillcox
    StephieWillcox Posts: 627 Member
    Can anyone tell me what I'm going to need for DDP Yoga? I want to start soon and I want to make sure I have the right equipment.

    You just need a mat :)
  • jroman590
    jroman590 Posts: 2 Member
    Thank you! :-)
  • mariss323
    mariss323 Posts: 13 Member
    I am in week 3 of the program, disc 1. yoga 3 days/week. Doing the Haven't noticed many changes yet. How did everyone else get started? I have a substantial amount of weight to lose.
  • CrazyAnimalLady
    CrazyAnimalLady Posts: 104 Member
    I'm getting ready to start this tomorrow. I already do crossfit and plan to incorporate this as well, the program looks fantastic and the little bit that I did try (With DDP himself in the carport of a holiday inn of all places) was definitely enough to make me sweat! Can't wait!
  • chrissyfogg
    chrissyfogg Posts: 2 Member
    I just bought the discs for my husband and myself and am anxiously awaiting! Cannot wait to start this! I love yoga and the idea behind this. It helps that DDP is hands-down one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet!
  • muffle1969
    muffle1969 Posts: 96 Member
    I swim at least two (try for 3) days a week, but I'm looking for something I can do at home if I can't get to the gym pool. I've lost about 40 lbs, but have another 40-60 to go. A male friend does DDP Yoga and recommended this.

    I have fibromyalgia and back problems, but I've done well with swimming and very beginning yoga. Anyone have any opinions on if I'd be able to handle this? What level should I purchase? Just 1, or the combo or max?

    Thank you!
  • SRMcEvoy
    SRMcEvoy Posts: 18 Member
    I Love it! I have done P90X, Tony Horton's One on One, and BodyBeast and to be honest nothing compares to DDP Yoga with Diamond Dallas Page check it out for yourself!

    I have been doing it since July 1st and am down 29lbs. Have got my brother started and a few guys at work. if you join teamddpyoga.com there is a sample workout on the new members page.

    If you are interested I reviewed the book that started it all Yoga for Regular Guys http://bit.ly/1DDPYoga and also did some research and wrote a history of DDP Yoga http://bit.ly/shDDPYoga1
  • ccappello73
    ccappello73 Posts: 1
    I've been using DDP since March of 2013 and I'm down 50 lbs. That number would probably be closer to 75 if I was stringent with the diet componet of the workout :0)

    I'm a big guy (currently 6'3 - 299) and was looking for a a good low impact workout to get my self back to health. I had little to no flexibility (it was a struggle just to tie my shoes) and I've had back problems (Lower Lumbar herniated disk). I would highly recommend DDP to anyone. My flexibility has improved tremendously, back pain is gone and I feel 100% healthier. I'm only about half way to my end goal (220) but DDP has given me the momentum to remain consistent. The work outs are simple, no weights involved (I was pretty burned out on the old gym routine) and once you get use to the moves you can use the mp3's to guide you through the workout when your traveling or on the road. I don't know what it is about DDP but he's incredibly motivating to me as well. It also makes me smile when his Jersey accent peaks through sometimes in the workouts. Great guy, great workout plan. If your considering the purchase it is well worth it!
  • mrteuchter
    mrteuchter Posts: 1
    Hi all,

    I have tried DDP Yoga and saw some great results. I've improved my flexibility, my fat percentage has gone down, better sex life and so much more!

    However, if you want to read exactly what I think of DDP Yoga, please read the review I did of DDP Yoga on my website here:
    http://www.nextlevelguy.com/i-tried-ddp-yoga/

    Also, I even interviewed DDP himself about his Yoga and all sorts of things. See it here:
    http://www.nextlevelguy.com/diamond-fitness-ddp-yoga/
  • SRMcEvoy
    SRMcEvoy Posts: 18 Member
    Today is day 45 straight of doing DDPYoga with Diamond Dallas Page life is good! http://bit.ly/DDPYoga2 Had a fitness assessment in the gym at work doubled my pushups and added 1/3rd to my plank.
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