I previewed all of Dove's workouts and chose #3 based on my goals which are to lean out and combine my love of resistance training using body weight/high rep and low impact cardio. While not a "cardio" workout, this DVD reminded me of everything I wish Slim Series would be and more. The emphasis of DVD 3 is leaning out the lower body through a series of exercises and moves that are not new yet proven effective: high rep lunges, squats, plies, variations of kicks and core recruiting crunches. Dove then seamlessly moves from lower body to upper body just as your legs are fatiguing. The upper body movements incorporate lighter weights (I used 3#) and no weights. These moves include variations of biceps curls, overhead presses, bent over rows and arm shaking weightless moves that left me toasty all day. The workout also blends in a cardio segment and floor work for legs and core.
Dove is a competent and skilled instructor. Her cueing is impeccable, always gently reminding you of form and breathing. The choreography is highly intuitive smoothly transitioning from one sequence to the next. The workout feels intelligent.
If you're looking for pure cardio or weight training, then this is not for you. It is a artful infusion of leaning exercises and moves. Dove says it best, "Long and Lean vs. Short and Compact". The set is basic...a small gym style classroom. The crew consists of 3 women and 2 men, one woman showing modifications when indicated. The music is entirely instrumental but masterfully synched to the moves. If you're into high tech sets and productions this will not fill your bill. It is simple, modest and representative of being in Dove's class. I will gladly sacrifice a glitzy set, hip music and state of the art production for the quality and intelligence of this leaning routine.
Workout length is about 60 minutes. While I would classify this as moderate to low advance exercise I would have to warn you that it is high on the afterburn scale.

Instructor Comments:
"Dove is not only a fitness enthusiast, but also a humanitarian. She has taken the position in her community as environmentalist and wellness activist." This statement taken directly from her website rings true in her workout through her exceptional detail to form, education and allusions to total body wellness. This is a new breed of instructor: a fusion of yogi, athlete and dancer.

Susan