Over the past few years, I've read reviews of "Sweat Express" and been a little intimidated. Most reviews say the choreography is complicated, you need a lot of space, and it's an "advanced" workout. I was intrigued, but it wasn't until I found a copy on sale at my local sporting goods store that I tried it. I've always thought I'd never be "advanced," since I'm over my "ideal" weight and over 40, but I *am* coordinated and have lots of stamina (I've been exercising regularly for 30 years).

I love this video, but I modify it. I don't jog or jump a lot, but I manage to get my heart rate in the required zone for aerobic training. Some of the moves would be dangerous on carpet, so I just jog around and do the arm movements.

The music's great, the choreography isn't all that hard because Kari repeats the routine so many times you finally get it, and when it's over, I feel like I've accomplished a lot. The sweat on my T-shirt shows that "Sweat Express" is an apt title.

I don't know that I have more space than most people for aerobics; I use a spare bedroom furnished with bookcases, computer equipment and a TV. I have enough room to get a lot of movement in, but if I hadn't tried the video I would have assumed I didn't have enough space from what I'd read previously.

My recommendation is that a regular exerciser of any level could work out with this fun, exhilarating video (even if you make modificaitons, as I do). I especially like the "flying" parts, and the last aerobics segment that is an energetic finale.

This is an A+ floor aerobics video, and definitely a keeper.

Lilly Anderson