I’m glad this video is available. I am a 63 year-old Judo coach. Judo is very strenuous, especially at my age. I use this stretching routine to work out the soreness and stiffness the day after Judo workouts. It’s relaxing and stretches all the main muscle groups.
Thank you, Richard! I so appreciate you!! If you only knew how often this video has helped me!! I have rheumatoid arthritis and have been using this video for 15 plus years! I faithfully do it every day with few exceptions. I've taken it with me out of town, used it in airports etc. In the past, I had to have the DVD and either a computer or player, but I've used this link on my phone for quite a few years now. So convenient! I seriously love you, and I pray for the Lord to bless you!!! You've helped me and continue to help me SO much!!! And I'm sure many, many others can say the same! So here's to you and our time together every day!! My family know that when. I say, "It's time to do Richard" that I'll be back in about 15 minutes. Most of the time I say, "I'm headed to the porch to do Richard." 😁😅🤗❤️ cause that's our spot!!
Thank you SO MUCH for posting this! This stretch routine is absolutely AMAZING! It’s relaxing and beginner friendly. I love doing this routine at night about 1 hour before bed.
I have pain in my body and I am only 38years old, so I can no longer do strenuous stuff, ONLY RICHARD SIMMONS STUFF! Thank you Richard for making my weight loss journey with less pain! You are in my prayers Richard!
I have this on VHS but needed to be able to access it in a different media format. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. This is my all time favorite stretch routine. 🙌🏼💕
RIP Richard. Thank you for being so kind, sweet, authentic, patient, sensitive, enthusiastic, cheerful. You were as cheerful as the sun and as gentle as the moonlight. You were the cheerleader to our homes. So many felt encouraged by you. You made fitness and exercise peaceful and non-intimidating. Sorry we didn't see u on TV for the last few years. RIP always Richard. You are an inspiration for kindness. Will watch all your videos on UA-cam. You will be missed, but I think you're an angel now. 🙏
Thank you for posting this! My fave stretch routine of all time, but I could no longer play my VHS tape. I’ve been able to do parts of it from memory, but it’s great to see the whole routine again.
This seems to be a love letter from Richard to his fans. Thanks so much for sharing. I did this after my workout and I feel like I just had a really good massage.
My dad would do this video every morning before work in the 90's. He recently passed away and watching this again has brought me so much joy! hysterical!
I have been ill for many years and have gotten so sedentary. Started this one today sitting on the bed. OMG the cracks and pops! Thanks so much for sharing this. I still have my VHS of this, but my VCR tried to eat it. Thank you, Richard, wherever you are! Xoxo
I know this an old video but thanks so much for posting it. My drama teacher in high school would play this and we would follow along as part of "warm ups". Glad to be able to watch (and stretch) all these years later!
Thankyou So Much I Always was a Huge fan of Richard. I’m 65 and having a hard time with his passing This stretch I will do everyday in his Memory. R.I.P. Richard You’ve always been An Amazing Soul that helped so many people.😇
I've been looking for this video for years! I think it came as a bonus video with either Deal a Meal or maybe in a pack with Sweatin to the Oldies. I used to do this video every night. At 56 years old and nursing a few injuries I've found that my body just doesn't bounce back like it used to. I tried one more desperate attempt to find it because I needed stretches to help my recovery. I can't believe I found it! You have no idea how much gratitude I have for you posting this. Much love and a million thank yous.
I have watched and used this video since 1994 - thank you for posting, so I can share. This is my go to exercise video for recovery from cancer, surgeries and arthritis attacks, :( and now, to keep active in the first phases of widowhood -- "familiar" is so comforting
Super Glad I found this on You Tube.... I loved doing this routine in the 1990’s & I still love 💕 doing it now - I had lost 30lbs. back then & sure need to take more then that off again - I like how this work-out isn’t too hard, but that you can feel you’ve worked out....
Thank you soooooo much!! Just what I needed for my stretch routine!! And the applause at the end really helps to keep me motivated. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍
Oh my God! 🙌😭 Thank you so much for sharing this. I have been looking for this on DVD for years, and I can only ever find it online on a VHS cassette. When I was really little, I used to LOVE 💕, LOVE ❤️, LOVE 💕 doing this workout routine with my Mom and sisters. I used to pretend I was a prima ballerina, and it was always my favorite part of the pre or post workout warm up or cool down. You’ve given me an immense gift of cherished memories from my childhood, and I’m forever grateful to you and the wonderful treasure that is Richard Simmons. Thanks again! 😊👏❤️
A lovely workout. Fans, I used two, are a must! I sweat profusely evey time I follow this video. It is gentle and easy to follow even without instructions. The slow+smooth movements definitely adds challenge. Sometimes, the inhales and exhales are obvious but not always. Some parts reminds me of T-Tapp, Callanetics and/or Essentrics, all lovely too
One day I woke up to terrible back pains. Decided I need to regain some flexibility, and remembered I had this here. It's short length is perfect for encouraging my inner me to actually do it nightly
I love this video because it's the only truly easy stretching video in the world. Most "easy" stretching videos are still tough for someone as inflexible as me.
I was so excited when my son found this one. Had the VHS but let it go figuring that I could find something just as good. It's slow and gentle and most importantly, I can stick with it. Was just about to check to see if they released in in DVD
Peer gynt, suite, No. 1, Op. 46, "Morning" by Edvard Grieg-Waltz in A Flat, No. 15, Op. 39, by Johannes Brahms-Cannon in D Major by Wilhelm Hieronymus Pachelbel-Carmen Suite,"Habanera," by Georges Bizet-Scheherezade, Selection, by Nikolai Rimsky-0Korsakow.
7/13/2024 🪽🤍💔 Fly high Richard. Thank you for everything
In my humble opinion, this was his finest contribution. Everybody needs it and most everyone can do it. And the music is nice. RIP
🥹✨🤍
I’m glad this video is available. I am a 63 year-old Judo coach. Judo is very strenuous, especially at my age. I use this stretching routine to work out the soreness and stiffness the day after Judo workouts. It’s relaxing and stretches all the main muscle groups.
I had a VHS copy in the 90s and it's my favorite as well. So glad to have found this. Thank you!💛
This video is a sign that Richard was an Artist as well as an exercise group host.
I always notice the pride in his face on that last head turn
Thank you, Richard! I so appreciate you!! If you only knew how often this video has helped me!! I have rheumatoid arthritis and have been using this video for 15 plus years! I faithfully do it every day with few exceptions. I've taken it with me out of town, used it in airports etc. In the past, I had to have the DVD and either a computer or player, but I've used this link on my phone for quite a few years now. So convenient! I seriously love you, and I pray for the Lord to bless you!!! You've helped me and continue to help me SO much!!! And I'm sure many, many others can say the same! So here's to you and our time together every day!! My family know that when. I say, "It's time to do Richard" that I'll be back in about 15 minutes. Most of the time I say, "I'm headed to the porch to do Richard." 😁😅🤗❤️ cause that's our spot!!
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!! I been looking for this one for so long. Warm thoughts I send your way Raquel 🙋🏻♀️🙉🙊🙈🎼🎶😌🪷🌷🪷🌷💕
Love it! I wore the DVD out. This workout always helped with aches and pains that tended to linger. So grateful to find it. Many thanks Richard.
Thank you SO MUCH for posting this! This stretch routine is absolutely AMAZING! It’s relaxing and beginner friendly. I love doing this routine at night about 1 hour before bed.
This is so lovely. It reminds me of Prelude to the afternoon of a Faun. I love the whimsy and dancery vibe. Richard Simmons is a gift!
I have pain in my body and I am only 38years old, so I can no longer do strenuous stuff, ONLY RICHARD SIMMONS STUFF! Thank you Richard for making my weight loss journey with less pain! You are in my prayers Richard!
I have this on VHS but needed to be able to access it in a different media format. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. This is my all time favorite stretch routine. 🙌🏼💕
RIP Richard. Thank you for being so kind, sweet, authentic, patient, sensitive, enthusiastic, cheerful. You were as cheerful as the sun and as gentle as the moonlight. You were the cheerleader to our homes. So many felt encouraged by you. You made fitness and exercise peaceful and non-intimidating. Sorry we didn't see u on TV for the last few years. RIP always Richard. You are an inspiration for kindness. Will watch all your videos on UA-cam. You will be missed, but I think you're an angel now. 🙏
Your gift to humanity cannot be quantified. This is utterly sublime. Thank you.
Thank you for posting this! My fave stretch routine of all time, but I could no longer play my VHS tape. I’ve been able to do parts of it from memory, but it’s great to see the whole routine again.
This seems to be a love letter from Richard to his fans. Thanks so much for sharing. I did this after my workout and I feel like I just had a really good massage.
This was awesome!!!l love it. It is July 19 2923
Ahhhhh Richard 😢❤ We love you
Richard, I love you and your "Stretchin' to the Classics". Thanks so much!😘
My dad would do this video every morning before work in the 90's. He recently passed away and watching this again has brought me so much joy! hysterical!
So glad to find this long-loved routine on Utube at last! The most relaxing exercise video ever!
I have been ill for many years and have gotten so sedentary. Started this one today sitting on the bed. OMG the cracks and pops!
Thanks so much for sharing this. I still have my VHS of this, but my VCR tried to eat it.
Thank you, Richard, wherever you are! Xoxo
Richard Simmons was FLAT-FOOTED! Zero arches! Who knew? But he didn't let it stop him. He's my flat-footed hero!
I know this an old video but thanks so much for posting it. My drama teacher in high school would play this and we would follow along as part of "warm ups". Glad to be able to watch (and stretch) all these years later!
I've been using this on DVD for a long time. Glad I found it on You Tube. I can do it on my break at work!
Richard and Denise Austin were on my TV everyday! Love them both!
Quarantine brought me here. Grateful.
Ya, got me back to the fold LOL Not getting the exercise that I used to
Thankyou So Much I Always was a Huge fan of Richard. I’m 65 and having a hard time with his passing This stretch I will do everyday in his Memory.
R.I.P. Richard You’ve always been
An Amazing Soul that helped so many people.😇
I've been looking for this video for years! I think it came as a bonus video with either Deal a Meal or maybe in a pack with Sweatin to the Oldies. I used to do this video every night. At 56 years old and nursing a few injuries I've found that my body just doesn't bounce back like it used to. I tried one more desperate attempt to find it because I needed stretches to help my recovery. I can't believe I found it! You have no idea how much gratitude I have for you posting this. Much love and a million thank yous.
Hi Richard Simmons 😊 😊 I really appreciate your videos. They really helped me 😊. Bye
use this everyday on my TV, but my tv went out. Thank you UA-cam. Such a wonderful all-over body stretch. It feels soooo good.
Best stretch video of all time! Used it years ago & i need it now. Thx!!
I have watched and used this video since 1994 - thank you for posting, so I can share. This is my go to exercise video for recovery from cancer, surgeries and arthritis attacks, :( and now, to keep active in the first phases of widowhood -- "familiar" is so comforting
So sorry for you loss. Glad you are taking care of yourself!
God bless you dear one.
Sweetheart, you are more than welcome!
Did my stretches today. So nice. Love this version.
I found this in my grandmother's basement that had a VHS and this was the only VHS tape that was down there. Nostalgia.
Super Glad I found this on You Tube.... I loved doing this routine in the 1990’s & I still love 💕 doing it now - I had lost 30lbs. back then & sure need to take more then that off again - I like how this work-out isn’t too hard, but that you can feel you’ve worked out....
Thank you soooooo much!! Just what I needed for my stretch routine!! And the applause at the end really helps to keep me motivated. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍
Add always been one of my favorites not only does it increase flexibility it is extremely relaxing. I still have the tape but no longer a vhs player
Oh my God! 🙌😭 Thank you so much for sharing this. I have been looking for this on DVD for years, and I can only ever find it online on a VHS cassette. When I was really little, I used to LOVE 💕, LOVE ❤️, LOVE 💕 doing this workout routine with my Mom and sisters. I used to pretend I was a prima ballerina, and it was always my favorite part of the pre or post workout warm up or cool down. You’ve given me an immense gift of cherished memories from my childhood, and I’m forever grateful to you and the wonderful treasure that is Richard Simmons. Thanks again! 😊👏❤️
What a great idea,classic music,my father would have loved this!!!
Thanks so much for this. I've searched for it on and off for years. Best stretching workout ever!
Hi 57! I'm so glad there are others like me who can't live without his Stretching to the Classics! He is the best. Even better in person!
Agree!
Thanks you for this!! My 2nd copy of the VHS tape just broke! You're a gem! P.S. We ALL miss you Richard!! :(
I know he's still alive, but he's been in hiding for YEARS :(
Such a peaceful workout love Richard he looks so handsome in this video.
Ive been looking for an upload of this for years since i moved overseas. This is exactly what ive been needing!!!! Today it was here! Thank you!
Awesome! Thank you
That went fast!! I hate stretching but I love Richard...so I decided to try this video and I'm glad I did.
RIP Richard Simmons 1948-2024
Thank you!!!! I absolutely love this!!!
Thank you so much for posting this. I love this stretch video!
Thank you for sharing this. I would SO buy this on DVD if it were available. In the meantime, thanks again!
I love to stretch to this video on my lunch break! It's quick, easy and perfect for anyone who sits at a desk for most of their day:)
Thank you for sharing. Love this. I’ll get started
A lovely workout. Fans, I used two, are a must! I sweat profusely evey time I follow this video. It is gentle and easy to follow even without instructions. The slow+smooth movements definitely adds challenge. Sometimes, the inhales and exhales are obvious but not always. Some parts reminds me of T-Tapp, Callanetics and/or Essentrics, all lovely too
This is the most calming video I've ever seen.
Love it, it gets me going for the whole day
I own a VHS player just for this video. Love it use it everyday. 😘
In memory of Fitness Instructor Milton Teagle "Richard" Simmons. 1948-2024
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Thanks for sharing this! I used to do this video all the time...it is a great way to wake up in the morning!
Amazing! Have been looking for this on DVD to no avail, and now here it is! Brings back some great memories!!
I really needed this one! Thanks
I’m drunk right now but tomorrow imma do this.
If you haven't done it yet, you should.
Thank you! Been looking for another one. Tape player broke and ate Richard Simmons!
One day I woke up to terrible back pains. Decided I need to regain some flexibility, and remembered I had this here. It's short length is perfect for encouraging my inner me to actually do it nightly
thank you for sharing. I have been looking for this! Such a perfect way to start the day for a non-morning person
I love this video because it's the only truly easy stretching video in the world. Most "easy" stretching videos are still tough for someone as inflexible as me.
EN LOS 80S Y 90S YO TODOS LOS DIAS HACIA MI EJERCICIO CONTIGO
ESTE ESTA BUENISIMO
MAÑANA EMPIEZO
ME LEVANTAS EL ANIMO
GRACIAS GRACIAS GRACIAS
Done...feels so good! Try it people.
I still have my vhs tape, now to get the player hooked back up to get back on richards exercises
And a gentle fan! :)
perfect workout if you haven't done anything for a while,builds up your strength slowly but surely
This video is a gem. Don't hack it up UA-cam as you've done with his other exercise videos.
Warm regards from Brazil 🇧🇷
I was so excited when my son found this one. Had the VHS but let it go figuring that I could find something just as good. It's slow and gentle and most importantly, I can stick with it. Was just about to check to see if they released in in DVD
Youre the best !
sweet ballet!!
I love this🤟😍💀🕶️
It's the only stretch video that is easy for someone at my level.
So Beautiful that I am a little more comfortable with you .Thank you so much.
I need to be doing more stretches myself before or after...or bith on workouts.
rich i miss u
Thank You UA-cam Algorithm for finding me a stretching routine
If reincarnation truly exists, I want to come back as Richard Simmons!
This video does not have a roll call at the end and no people stretching behind Richard simmons
that is a good stretchin workout; love connie
I don't know that you have the right to put this on UA-cam but it really helped me.
i do this almost everyday
I SEE SOME MEDICAL MOVES WITH HIS BODY SO I KNOW THESE ARE THE TRUE THING. WONFERFUL MOVES RICHARD LOOKS GOOD DOING THIS REAL GOOD.
I am not much worried about the exact science. I always feel better and that's good enough for me :)
cant master that move
Does anyone know the name of the last piece to this wonderful video workout?
0:43 to skip intro.
Magnificent! Was this ever released on DVD?
my aunt has this on VHS but she never even opened it haha
Ask your aunt if she will send it to me! My tape just broke. :-(
NOOOOOOO its so wonderful
He looks like Tim Walz
MEMORIES :D, Also can someone tell me the names off the songs used
Peer gynt, suite, No. 1, Op. 46, "Morning" by Edvard Grieg-Waltz in A Flat, No. 15, Op. 39, by Johannes Brahms-Cannon in D Major by Wilhelm Hieronymus Pachelbel-Carmen Suite,"Habanera," by Georges Bizet-Scheherezade, Selection, by Nikolai Rimsky-0Korsakow.
mark larson what about the song at 5:00?
They are in the comments, simply expand them.
What's the name of the song that plays before Richard Simmons appears?
It's just orchestra warming up
@@judyjohnson9610 Yes, but name of the title?
@@sowisapigtobeexact2 It's not a song with a title. Just the orchestra warming up
freesound.org/people/dorhel/sounds/162765/ Check this out
tuning up actually
I feel like Richard could have used this video opertunity a whole lot differently and instead used it to be a ballerina and dance his heart out👯
ur good rich real good
Was going along good until an ad killed it.
Don't you feel like a pony when you sweat?
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This doesn't make sense. Richard Simmons Love To Stretch was better than this piece of crap!
You shhh enjoy this don't ruin it