Marisa Tomei Hoopbody

While amazon's delivery packaging was good, the actual product packaging had some problems when I opened the cellophane 2 of the 3 DVDs were loose inside the packaging and a piece of the plastic that holds the DVDs in place was broke off and sure enough one of the DVDs was scratched, luckily after I watched it I realized that none of the hooping part was affected by the scratch.I watched all the way through the first DVD to check on the scratch and thought it was pretty good, moved along at a good pace and was cool to see how they teach all the basics very step by step and detailed for a beginner. The reason I only gave 4 stars (aside from the scratched DVD) is because what they didn't go into was the Hoop itself. There are so many different kinds of Hoops out there and for a beginner it can be a bit daunting trying to research it all, so I would like to know more about what they were using and why, etc...Weighted vs. regular hoop? Regular kids hula hoop from Wal-Mart or make your own hoop? There was one comment about how begginers usually start with a larger heavier hoop, but that was the only comment. Since I only recently recieved my DVDs I haven't watched the other two (routine or fit) so I am hoping maybe they will go into at least the recommendations of hoops for these DVDs. Still, I think I will enjoy these DVDs and think it will be a good starting point for my Hooping endeavors.

Just looking at Marisa Tomei's body and seeing what she has accomplished using the weighted hoop is inspiring! Then the instructions are very easy to follow. I was able to use my hoop within minutes and it is a great workout! I do suggest using the small hoops for the arms if you are a beginner. Stronger arms can use the larger hoop. I have recommended this DVD and the weighted hoop to several of my friends and I had them using the hoop within minutes! Great Program.

Marisa is just like the girl next door. I gave it five stars because it is so basic, and that's just what I needed...the basics. I love the fun atmosphere. I love the attitudes. But, again, it is very basic and it really was a perfect fit for my needs as a beginner hoopster.

quick ship great product thank you

Marisa has had me spellbound for years. The hoop video is ok. The other one is much more focused on the beautiful Marisa Tomei.