Stretchin' to the Classics with Richard Simmons (1991)

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  • Опубліковано 28 кві 2017
  • Shot on glitter paper and edited by a family of unicorns, this is quite possibly the best video of its kind ever made. Long out of print, never released on DVD, forever fabulous. Now, get to stretchin'.
    I DO NOT OWN THE COPYRIGHT TO THIS VIDEO. I am just trying to make the world a better place by sharing it. Don't sue me.
    Lonesome Dad Productions, All rights reserved.
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  • @tavisferguson4129
    @tavisferguson4129 20 днів тому +13

    7/13/2024 🪽🤍💔 Fly high Richard. Thank you for everything

  • @GWGuitarStudio
    @GWGuitarStudio Рік тому +19

    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.

  • @micaylab1
    @micaylab1 3 роки тому +24

    This video is a sign that Richard was an Artist as well as an exercise group host.

    • @Tanyableu
      @Tanyableu Рік тому +5

      I always notice the pride in his face on that last head turn

  • @katie_couragedearheart
    @katie_couragedearheart 9 місяців тому +8

    I had a VHS copy in the 90s and it's my favorite as well. So glad to have found this. Thank you!💛

  • @celticsanster
    @celticsanster 4 місяці тому +4

    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.

  • @crochetisgroovy9220
    @crochetisgroovy9220 2 роки тому +9

    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.

  • @Jennifer_Lewis_Beach_Living
    @Jennifer_Lewis_Beach_Living 2 роки тому +11

    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.

  • @amymherzog
    @amymherzog 5 років тому +34

    Your gift to humanity cannot be quantified. This is utterly sublime. Thank you.

  • @jamielawrence4749
    @jamielawrence4749 Рік тому +5

    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!

  • @cristysavage4036
    @cristysavage4036 Рік тому +5

    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!!

  • @KeriEvans-tq9ys
    @KeriEvans-tq9ys 12 днів тому

    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!

  • @crazysingingchick
    @crazysingingchick 3 роки тому +7

    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. 🙌🏼💕

  • @kathykennis870
    @kathykennis870 15 днів тому

    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.😇

  • @raquelcastro7241
    @raquelcastro7241 Рік тому +2

    THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!! I been looking for this one for so long. Warm thoughts I send your way Raquel 🙋🏻‍♀️🙉🙊🙈🎼🎶😌🪷🌷🪷🌷💕

  • @jeangloriod7280
    @jeangloriod7280 4 роки тому +11

    So glad to find this long-loved routine on Utube at last! The most relaxing exercise video ever!

  • @MW-rb3ny
    @MW-rb3ny 2 місяці тому +1

    Richard and Denise Austin were on my TV everyday! Love them both!

  • @missypaulette4259
    @missypaulette4259 4 роки тому +6

    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.

  • @nessalight8681
    @nessalight8681 4 роки тому +6

    Quarantine brought me here. Grateful.

    • @judyjohnson9610
      @judyjohnson9610 4 роки тому

      Ya, got me back to the fold LOL Not getting the exercise that I used to

  • @corriedavis1797
    @corriedavis1797 День тому

    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!

  • @mjgmatx
    @mjgmatx 5 років тому +7

    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

  • @marinagisellelynn5992
    @marinagisellelynn5992 7 років тому +9

    Such a peaceful workout love Richard he looks some handsome in this video.

  • @fredreindljr1996
    @fredreindljr1996 3 роки тому +2

    I found this in my grandmother's basement that had a VHS and this was the only VHS tape that was down there. Nostalgia.

  • @Rosa-kf6yy
    @Rosa-kf6yy 2 роки тому +1

    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.

  • @vi2623
    @vi2623 6 років тому +6

    Thank you soooooo much!! Just what I needed for my stretch routine!! And the applause at the end really helps to keep me motivated. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍

  • @mercedezlucke-benedict1122
    @mercedezlucke-benedict1122 Рік тому +1

    This was awesome!!!l love it. It is July 19 2923

  • @kt1pl2
    @kt1pl2 4 роки тому +2

    That went fast!! I hate stretching but I love Richard...so I decided to try this video and I'm glad I did.

  • @pjmans
    @pjmans 4 роки тому +2

    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....

  • @sarahhess4475
    @sarahhess4475 2 роки тому

    Richard, I love you and your "Stretchin' to the Classics". Thanks so much!😘

  • @bethmadigan8302
    @bethmadigan8302 6 років тому +8

    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

    • @barbarabuettner1814
      @barbarabuettner1814 6 років тому

      So sorry for you loss. Glad you are taking care of yourself!

    • @ginnyc4521
      @ginnyc4521 5 років тому

      God bless you dear one.

    • @abbysanders1673
      @abbysanders1673  5 років тому

      Sweetheart, you are more than welcome!

  • @AnastaciaBurns
    @AnastaciaBurns 3 роки тому +1

    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.

  • @earthchild75
    @earthchild75 6 років тому +9

    Thanks so much for this. I've searched for it on and off for years. Best stretching workout ever!

    • @lanecurameng
      @lanecurameng 5 років тому

      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!

    • @jeangloriod7280
      @jeangloriod7280 4 роки тому

      Agree!

  • @brookefenske6286
    @brookefenske6286 4 роки тому +1

    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:)

  • @25FADIII
    @25FADIII 15 днів тому

    In memory of Fitness Instructor Milton Teagle "Richard" Simmons. 1948-2024

  • @emmet.3693
    @emmet.3693 2 місяці тому

    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

  • @mdavis3160
    @mdavis3160 7 років тому +2

    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!

  • @LexieDi
    @LexieDi 4 роки тому +3

    This is the most calming video I've ever seen.

  • @elizabethmares2365
    @elizabethmares2365 4 роки тому +2

    Love it, it gets me going for the whole day

  • @KssandraMontgomery
    @KssandraMontgomery 3 роки тому

    Best stretch video of all time! Used it years ago & i need it now. Thx!!

  • @FireflyJar1
    @FireflyJar1 5 років тому +3

    Thank you for sharing this. I would SO buy this on DVD if it were available. In the meantime, thanks again!

  • @bunnymomjulie6719
    @bunnymomjulie6719 Рік тому

    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

  • @smartin1001
    @smartin1001 7 років тому +5

    I really needed this one! Thanks

  • @tkegal
    @tkegal 5 років тому +2

    Thank you so much for posting this. I love this stretch video!

  • @lindavoll9555
    @lindavoll9555 6 років тому +1

    Thanks for sharing this! I used to do this video all the time...it is a great way to wake up in the morning!

  • @shan7825
    @shan7825 3 роки тому

    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! 😊👏❤️

  • @nataliakapsalis1061
    @nataliakapsalis1061 5 років тому

    Amazing! Have been looking for this on DVD to no avail, and now here it is! Brings back some great memories!!

  • @jackiebrown4592
    @jackiebrown4592 5 років тому +2

    Thank you!!!! I absolutely love this!!!

  • @vickiharris9363
    @vickiharris9363 5 років тому

    thank you for sharing. I have been looking for this! Such a perfect way to start the day for a non-morning person

  • @cooldeans4735
    @cooldeans4735 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks you for this!! My 2nd copy of the VHS tape just broke! You're a gem! P.S. We ALL miss you Richard!! :(

    • @cooldeans4735
      @cooldeans4735 4 роки тому +2

      I know he's still alive, but he's been in hiding for YEARS :(

  • @maryperkins7097
    @maryperkins7097 6 років тому +1

    Thank you! Been looking for another one. Tape player broke and ate Richard Simmons!

  • @mkassis713
    @mkassis713 4 роки тому

    What a great idea,classic music,my father would have loved this!!!

  • @Rosa-kf6yy
    @Rosa-kf6yy 2 роки тому

    Did my stretches today. So nice. Love this version.

  • @celticspirit51
    @celticspirit51 3 роки тому

    I own a VHS player just for this video. Love it use it everyday. 😘

  • @Tanyableu
    @Tanyableu Рік тому

    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

  • @tovafeder8975
    @tovafeder8975 6 років тому +3

    This video is a gem. Don't hack it up UA-cam as you've done with his other exercise videos.

  • @Rosa-kf6yy
    @Rosa-kf6yy Рік тому

    Done...feels so good! Try it people.

  • @lauracharles8072
    @lauracharles8072 7 років тому +6

    I still have my vhs tape, now to get the player hooked back up to get back on richards exercises

    • @joanl3669
      @joanl3669 6 років тому +1

      And a gentle fan! :)

  • @d-resmin
    @d-resmin 5 років тому

    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.

  • @tw8457
    @tw8457 3 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing. Love this. I’ll get started

  • @judyjohnson9610
    @judyjohnson9610 5 років тому

    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

  • @ofeliaamores9304
    @ofeliaamores9304 5 років тому

    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

  • @castilloliebanos3307
    @castilloliebanos3307 3 роки тому

    Awesome! Thank you

  • @mkassis713
    @mkassis713 4 роки тому

    perfect workout if you haven't done anything for a while,builds up your strength slowly but surely

  • @TKGIOIA
    @TKGIOIA 2 роки тому

    sweet ballet!!

  • @helenlouiseshaar5918
    @helenlouiseshaar5918 Рік тому

    I love this🤟😍💀🕶️

  • @djjenjoy
    @djjenjoy Рік тому

    Youre the best !

  • @cichlidfreak4713
    @cichlidfreak4713 3 роки тому

    rich i miss u

  • @709SEA
    @709SEA 6 місяців тому +1

    I’m drunk right now but tomorrow imma do this.

  • @d-resmin
    @d-resmin 3 роки тому

    It's the only stretch video that is easy for someone at my level.

  • @soskika419
    @soskika419 4 роки тому

    Warm regards from Brazil 🇧🇷

  • @cultivatelife
    @cultivatelife 4 роки тому

    If reincarnation truly exists, I want to come back as Richard Simmons!

  • @cichlidfreak4713
    @cichlidfreak4713 3 роки тому

    cant master that move

  • @teresajenkins9056
    @teresajenkins9056 6 років тому

    i do this almost everyday

  • @hyunjulee9214
    @hyunjulee9214 4 роки тому

    So Beautiful that I am a little more comfortable with you .Thank you so much.

  • @Time4Stories1967
    @Time4Stories1967 5 років тому

    that is a good stretchin workout; love connie

  • @laurac5451
    @laurac5451 3 роки тому

    I don't know that you have the right to put this on UA-cam but it really helped me.

  • @kangaroofuno
    @kangaroofuno 3 роки тому

    Thank You UA-cam Algorithm for finding me a stretching routine

  • @karentucker2161
    @karentucker2161 Рік тому

    I need to be doing more stretches myself before or after...or bith on workouts.

  • @lazydaisydays
    @lazydaisydays Рік тому

    Magnificent! Was this ever released on DVD?

  • @stevarino1989
    @stevarino1989 7 років тому

    my aunt has this on VHS but she never even opened it haha

  • @deannyoungs5645
    @deannyoungs5645 Рік тому

    This video does not have a roll call at the end and no people stretching behind Richard simmons

  • @dianadavis7204
    @dianadavis7204 4 роки тому

    Does anyone know the name of the last piece to this wonderful video workout?

  • @conniecharley7086
    @conniecharley7086 5 років тому

    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.

    • @judyjohnson9610
      @judyjohnson9610 4 роки тому

      I am not much worried about the exact science. I always feel better and that's good enough for me :)

  • @limechecksout
    @limechecksout 7 років тому

    MEMORIES :D, Also can someone tell me the names off the songs used

    • @marklarson4717
      @marklarson4717 7 років тому +3

      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.

    • @limechecksout
      @limechecksout 6 років тому

      mark larson what about the song at 5:00?

    • @Jchrystie
      @Jchrystie 5 років тому

      They are in the comments, simply expand them.

  • @micaylab1
    @micaylab1 3 роки тому

    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👯

  • @cichlidfreak4713
    @cichlidfreak4713 3 роки тому

    ur good rich real good

  • @sowisapigtobeexact2
    @sowisapigtobeexact2 5 років тому

    What's the name of the song that plays before Richard Simmons appears?

    • @judyjohnson9610
      @judyjohnson9610 4 роки тому

      It's just orchestra warming up

    • @sowisapigtobeexact2
      @sowisapigtobeexact2 4 роки тому

      @@judyjohnson9610 Yes, but name of the title?

    • @judyjohnson9610
      @judyjohnson9610 4 роки тому

      @@sowisapigtobeexact2 It's not a song with a title. Just the orchestra warming up
      freesound.org/people/dorhel/sounds/162765/ Check this out

    • @judyjohnson9610
      @judyjohnson9610 4 роки тому

      tuning up actually

  • @Vinmationgaming
    @Vinmationgaming Рік тому

    0:43 to skip intro.

  • @dianemannebach1917
    @dianemannebach1917 3 роки тому

    .

  • @copacetic9018
    @copacetic9018 6 років тому

    Don't you feel like a pony when you sweat?

  • @kimberly9132
    @kimberly9132 2 роки тому

    Was going along good until an ad killed it.

  • @Thompsonnw
    @Thompsonnw 7 років тому

    This doesn't make sense. Richard Simmons Love To Stretch was better than this piece of crap!