Music: Techno
Format: Warmup, Cardio, Strength, Stretch
Set: Brightly lit gym-like room.

This is not an easy workout for me. However, I have only been working out for a month and half seriously. I can tell that it is going to improve my boxing and kicking technique immensely. Aaron frequently reminds you to snap your punches and kicks, and to keep your hands in power position. These reminders will improve my Tae Bo method, as the Tae Bo reminders to keep your abs tight improved my Power Kicks method. I see the two videos as being able to work very well in tandem, so if you own Tae Bo now, I recommend you try this tape next.

If you had any questions about how to form your punches and kicks, this video will answer them. Before this video, my side kicks were very poor. Now I understand how to do them - by stomping, but instead of stomping on the ground, stomping to the side.

In addition, instead of just saying "double time" or "faster", Aaron helps you visualize going faster by saying things like "Pull back quick, as if someone was trying to grab your hand." "Kick this guy, and the guy behind him!" These phrases make me work harder, and they definitely make the workout more fun, as I visualize a group of Bad Guys [TM] that I'm taking down kick by punch.

There are very few inspirational messages in this tape. Those that are there won't offend anyone from any religion, as they do not involve 'spiritual guidance'. The inspirational messages revolve around confidence, inner and outer strength, and, as Aaron puts it, "Personal Power." These are messages that even a cynical skeptic like myself can endorse.

Instructor Comments:
Aaron is an excellent instructor. At the times when he stutters over a phrase, he comes across as endearing. However, when explaining things, he is very clear. He also adds frequent reminders on form. He isn't hyper, or insincerely enthusiastic.

Shannon Davis