I love this workout, though it's one of the more difficult videos I've ever tried to describe. Previous reviewers have done a pretty good job of describing the exercises, so I'll include my own impressions here. Many of the movements in ALC are clearly inspired by yoga and Pilates, designed to develop core strength, grace, balance, and flexibility, yet the finished product is unlike anything else I've done.

The set is lovely--I especially enjoyed the candlelight at the end. The music is quiet and relaxing. Unlike Kari's other Great Moves videos, she is joined in ALC by a handful of other exercisers, who are all fit but represent a wide variety of body types. All of the production elements are simply excellent.

I think this video would be a wise choice if you're looking for a relaxing workout that will improve core strength and flexibility. Those who aren't yoga fans and who want something more than just a stretch video should definitely try it. If you're looking for a challenging flexibility tape, ALC is not as difficult as most yoga videos, but that wasn't really Kari's goal. This is a video about integrated movement, about training the body to work together in harmony. I'm frequently surprised to find I'm a little sore after doing this entire workout. Though it doesn't seem difficult, it's more challenging than you think.

Like Samantha, I found this video much more interesting than the Method videos, yet ALC left me with the same strong, tall feeling afterwards. I have been enjoying this workout throughout my pregnancy (I'm currently 5 months along)--there are relatively few modifications I need to make. Like Germaine, I find it very easy to break this tape down into several shorter workouts if I only have a short amount of time or if I want to use ALC after a cardio workout.

I highly recommend this video, and am anxious to see what Kari might come up with next. She just seems to get better and better all the time, respecting current trends while staying true to her exceptionally creative self.

WWWendy