I recently blew the dust off of this video and started using it again. I can't believe I ever used it in the first place. The stretching routine is not long enough nor is it safe. The neck rolls are dangerous. Cindy bounces during the stretches (and is encouraged to do so by "fitness guru" Radu). She also does not hold the stretches long enough. I think that speed is a problem with the actual workout too. Cindy performs the reps too quickly in every section--legs, arms and abs. She doesn't use good form and relies on momentum to perform her exercises. I felt very strange doing some of the leg exercises at her pace because it felt more like swinging around versus a true toning movement. I just paused the video and did the movements at my own pace. I like to feel my muscles working. It is also important to slow down & do the movements in good form rather than just rushing through to finish the set. The video itself is nicely shot. I did enjoy the scenery and music in the video. And Cindy looks lovely.

Instructor Comments:
I think Cindy seems very likeable, genuine and tries to be helpful (by suggesting drinks of water and breaks.) I find it encouraging that she also shows the routine takes effort for her as well instead of performing like a robot. She makes you feel as though you are not alone. The problem is that she fails to stretch properly, performs the exercises too quickly and does not always perform safe moves. Radu should really be criticized for this. He is supposed to be the fitness guide. She is merely doing what he tells her to do. He should be chastised for rushing the entire workout. He also encourages bouncing during stretching and having her perform rapid repititions.

Skyler