SILVER SPRING, MD; October 2, 2007 —Acacia announces the January 1, 2008 DVD release of Strong Body, Ageless Body with Erin O’Brien, a thorough, intense 45-minute strength-training workout that includes arm and shoulder work with weights, lunges, squats, floor work, and stretching. Hollywood trainer Erin O’Brien’s previous hit releases include workouts for before and after childbirth with Prenatal Fitness Fix and Postnatal Rescue DVDs (sold together as Complete Pregnancy Fitness).

Though regular strength training may not be at the top of everyone’s list of fun, there is no escaping the news that it has essential health and anti-aging benefits. The more muscle you have the more calories you burn, even at rest. Strong muscles protect your heart, your joints, your back, and your bones. Whether you’re looking for a way to get started or looking for an efficient, effective way to kick your home workout up a notch, this program is for you.

O’Brien combines expert instruction with what the Chicago Tribune calls “infectious enthusiasm and energy.” This intense 45-minute program, filmed in Erin’s home, combines upper and lower body exercises for an efficient, effective workout that will inspire newbies and challenge experienced exercisers. Similar to the sculpting or sports conditioning classes popular in fitness clubs, it is an all-purpose strength training workout that will yield results fast.

Erin O’Brien has been working as a personal trainer and group exercise specialist for 15 years in elite fitness clubs both in New York City and Los Angeles. She holds several certifications, including one from the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America. She currently lives in California with her husband, actor James Denton of Desperate Housewives.

Acacia, the "healthy joyful living" brand from Acorn Media, is one of North America's new premiere providers of mind, body, spirit programming on DVD. Acacia DVDs are available from select retailers, catalog companies, and direct from Acacia at (800) 944-0474 or www.acaciacatalog.com.

To learn more about Acacia and its other talent, please visit www.acacialifestyle.com.