Denise Austin - Pregnancy Plus Workout [VHS]

If you're looking for an upbeat, toe-tapping pregnancy workout video, this volume in Denise Austin's Gold Signature Series should fit the bill nicely. Famous for her cheerleader style, Austin--pregnant with her first child here--packs this program with energetic aerobics, helpful posture and breathing tips, substantiated advice, and plenty of TLC. The action begins with a physician's perspective on prenatal exercise and a review of important safety guidelines presented by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Then it's off to a pastel paradise--the workout set--where Austin and two pregnant students smile and prance their way through 30 minutes of low-impact aerobics. As a bonus, the tape includes a follow-up visit to Dr. Giere, who addresses the best approach to postnatal exercise, followed by a 20-minute "after-baby shape-up" routine. Best for the high-spirited exerciser who enjoys a gregarious instructor, this video probably won't appeal to expectant moms who prefer a quieter, more subtle approach to fitness. --Liane Thomas