This workout (from Sara's City) is designed for people who prefer non-dancy, uncomplicated movements in their workouts (dare I say "masculine" movements?). Uncomplicated, however, doesn't mean easy. She works you pretty hard at times. There is one exercise in particular that is both unique and hard. You know how soldiers in basic training get down on their bellies and sort of crawl/pull themselves across mud/dirt/grass or whatever? Well, she does it here. You lie down on the floor on your stomach and using mostly arm strength, you go as quickly as you can across the room. That's surprisingly tough work for your arms and upper chest/back. I can't say I really enjoy crawling on my hard, cold basement floor, though, where I work out. And doing it on carpet is a little rough on any exposed areas. But it's definitely unique and challenging. There are lots of other exercises here, too. It starts with some basic, but good intensity aerobics, and then there are lots of calisthenic-based exercises. She calls this "Men's Club," because she designed it for training military personnel who are mostly men. But, of course, women can do it too. While this isn't really for me, since I like more choreographed styles of working out, I can see where this would appeal to a lot of people. Grade A- (it would be an A if the video quality were a little better).

Instructor Comments:
This is my first experience with Jill Casey, and she is very pleasant and personable, and really seems to know her stuff.

Annie S.