I've used cans of veggies in the past, though with the pilates and the way they work your arms, it would be difficult to hold such a wide can. On the dvd, its optional to use 1 or 2 pound free weights, and they're skinny so they're easy to hold. Maybe someday I'll get some, but even without the weights, I still felt the burn in my arms.

I LOVE the burn hahah! But you're not in terrible pain afterwards and not even the day after. You can still feel that it worked but it doesn't kill. That's why Pilates are sooooooo good for people with chronic pain. They teach breath control and use abdomen muscles for strength and control. Its NO impact, so it doesn't hurt joints. I highly recommend.

There's another dvd I want sooo bad. Its called Yoga Botty Ballet lol! Its a combination of booty dancing, ballet and yoga that looks sooo much fun!