Getting bored of the same old exercise DVD's? Don't forget your local library! Mine has a great variety of exercise DVD's that are free to try out. Want to see if you like yoga? Always wondered about pilates? Get a chance to try it out at no cost to you! Mix up your routine whenever the DVD's are due and go for something new.
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I didn't think about that. I'm going to the library later so I'll check it out!
DRB13_13/1/2011 12:19:00 AM
also consider swapping with friends for their old DVDs
SWEETMOMMY412/28/2011 9:01:00 PM
that is something i do,too and it does help.
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