Step Reebok: Extreme Step

Gin Miller
Year Released: 1998

Categories: Step Aerobics


The video is composed of step segments mixed with strength work. The video uses the interval concept, though to a lesser extent than the Intense Moves vide. The first part of the tape's strength moves includes performing "lat push-ups" (one arm push ups done with the body facing forwards) and regular push-ups. The step moves are similar to the moves in the Intense Moves video. There is a "connecting step" move which Gin has a different person lead, which is a little distracting and seems a bit unnecessary. The moves are high impact, including one where you jump and spin yourself, first a quarter turn, then a half-turn, 3/4 turn, and finally a full turn. You do the turn and turn back to face the step. This move is quite difficult. The last semeng which uses light hand weights to do some back and arm work. The weight work is very light, but thrown in with the cardio, it is a good workout. The video is complete, with a warm-up, cool-down, and final stretch. The stretch work is also similar to the Intense Moves video. The video is difficult and is probably best for upper level intermediate/advanced exercisers. The moves aren't too complex, but they are very high impact. Gin does give options for lower impact. I enjoyed the Intense Moves video more than this one, but this does have the added variety of the strength moves.

Instructor Comments:
I bought a Reebok step and got the Step Reebok - The Video free. I didn't particularly like the video, it didn't hold my interest because the beginning was too repetitive. But I loved Gin Miller in Intense Moves, the workout was incredibly fun. Gin is a no-nonsense type instructor who seems to enjoy herself. She is motivating and seems concerned about proper form and safety.

Cathy Mark

09/10/1998