CIA 6001: Dynamix

Lynne Brick
Year Released: 1995

Categories: Step Aerobics


This has the same format as 1-2-3 Workout, but not as tough (though still pretty advanced). The neat thing about 6001 is that each half-hour segment is divided into two separate combos, so you can choose to do just half of a segment, making this very versatile and easy to learn.

Lynne Brick is a very pleasing and professional instructor, with a Voight-esque body and form, but her dance choreography doesn't really turn me on. Instead of innovative new steps, she takes basic steps and adds corny embellishments like arm waving and hip grinding. I know she's just trying to have fun, but the goofing around doesn't do much for me. Also, as someone else said, the hi/lo needs a LOT of room. Lynne really excels, however, in the Body Bar/dumbell toning segment. Like Karen Voight, Lynne spices it up with simple dance moves like squatting back and forth while doing rows. I also like how she does brief stretches between sets. The first half of the toning works arms and legs; the second half concentrates on the abs and back. These would be great to alternate on different days if you're short on time. While I'm not big on the cardio, the strength workout alone is worth the price of the tape, and I'd like to see Lynne put out more strength workouts.
Grade: A

Sue B

05/10/1997