The reviews already submitted describe the workout pretty well. I think it's a decent toning workout, with some cardio benefits. I felt pretty klutzy trying to step (even though they were very basic steps) and do arm movements with 3-5# weights at the same time -- to the point where I might have sacrificed upper body form and effectiveness of the exercises. Also, the routines move very quickly and I wonder if the exercises would be more effective if done more slowly or without stepping at the same time. Repeating the patterns over and over with the same basic music beat got a little monotonous, but I tend to get bored very quickly. Actually, the stepping sets this toning video apart from other videos if you're looking for variety. The squats and other lower body work are also a little 'different'. Just don't expect a step workout on a par with even Cathe Friedrich's most basic video!

Joni O