This sounded like such a good idea - one routine with instruction, and one without. But it doesn't really work. First of all, the routine with instruction isn't a routine. She shows things, then explains them, and it's too jerky to get a proper workout, in my opinion. Whereas say with Stott, she explains as you're working out, and you get your session.

The section without instruction is also badly done, in my opinion. The names flash on the screen, and that's it. which means you should be looking at the screen - what's up with that? We are meant to keep our head and neck in a very specific position in pilates, and craning to look at a screen is not on. It would have been better if the names were read out - like in Rodney Yee's Yoga for Energy. Personally I would have liked the names of the exercises followed by the counting of reps.

Lastly, her form is sometimes brilliant and sometimes incredibly bad. For instance, in the leg circles, her opposing hip is swinging wildly - anyone who understands pilates will know this is a big nono. Same with the Neck Pull Front - when she hoists herself up, her feet come off the floor - every time.

Instructor Comments:
I'm used to Stott and her meticulous instruction and demonstration. This instructor doesn't score high in comparison.

Francesca