I always hate to pan a video that everyone else loves, but I guess we all have different tastes. I previewed the whole video and decided to try it even though I wasn't too enthusiastic about it. The music is fantastic and the level for the stepping sections is intermediate. The step is turned toward the TV, which is good for a change.

This reminded me of a CIA video because you keep adding on and taking it from the top -- beginning with the warm-up. Thankfully each stepping section is short and she builds a different combination in each section. I had a hard time following her because of the wierd camera angles (although it wasn't as bad as Step-n-Stones I) and shooting through the cameras, crew, etc. When doing a video, I am NOT interested in a behind-the-scenes tour while trying to follow the instructor. The first step section even starts out with the camera focused on Gay's upper body, and I didn't know whether she was using the side of the step or the end of it (I guessed wrong and had to jump over when the camera finally showed her lower body).

I don't know. The parts of the combinations just didn't seem to flow together too well and just weren't fun moves for me. I only made it through the first step section, the first strength section and half of the second step section and I couldn't take any more. I kept looking at the clock hoping the time would pass more quickly and then gave up and jumped on my treadmill. The first rubber band section was okay, but I try to rest a day in between strength workouts and I'm not sure how this beginner/intermediate band work would fit in. Another reviewer said the step sections keep getting better and better, but I don't have the patience to struggle through sections I don't like to finally get to the good stuff (if indeed I would like the final sections more). I'll just stick with Cathe. I like her method of teaching and seem to be unable to accept anyone else.

Instructor Comments:
Gay is very enthusiastic, energetic and fun.

Joni O