This is the first FIRM video that I've ever bought that I disliked enough to send back to Collage. Thankfully, the tape was slightly defective, and the folks at Collage were nice enough to let me swap Fat Blaster for Tough Tape 2. Anyhow, I didn't like this tape for a variety of reasons. I guess first and foremost is that the workout is 95% cardio. This is not a problem if you like cardio video workouts. I don't. I thought this tape would be more like the Cross Trainers definition of cardio. (i.e. still lots of weights) But, this cardio really was cardio... lots of hi-lo and step segments. Not my bag! I didn't like the impact level of a lot of the workout either. There was too much bouncing. (bunny hops, rock steps, etc). It's strange, I like plyometrics and running (both high impact), but I hate bouncing around at home. Also, the music seemed off-pace at time, especially the first aerobic segment. I guess this isn't a *bad* workout, it just wasn't my cup of tea. Someone who like cardio and the FIRM would probably really love the tape.

Instructor Comments:
All three instructors were very fit and pleasant, but for some reason (maybe it was the workout) they grated on my nerves. I couldn't seem to follow their cueing on the short box step segments. Of course, I *am* choreography impaired, but this is the FIRM we're talking about. They aren't know for complex choreography, and I still kept getting tripped up.

Christine Letsky