Step Reebok: Extreme Step

Gin Miller
Year Released: 1998

Categories: Step Aerobics


I was so excited about this video-and then I got a copy. I still can't believe how bad the tape is. First of all, Reebok was obviously in a big hurry to get this tape out: the intro. title says "Extreme CIRCUIT."

HUH? Then there's the set: the lighting is terrible, and the person who shows modified moves is basically out of camera range. That's not helpful for anyone who wants to modify the routine...

Then there's the routine itself: It seems very slapdash. The aerobic portion is only 28 minutes long, but you repeat the same routines over and over again. Yes, they are intense-but they are boring. In addition, I worry that someone is bound to pass out after stepping and then dropping to the floor for those one armed pushups. Keep your head up for those! And what's with the 4 or so minutes of weightlifting at the end? How could that benefit anyone?

I suspect that Intense Moves, a truly excellent tape, sold better than expected, and Reebok/BMG was in a hurry to capitalize on that tape's success. They should have waited the extra time and put togther a better routine that would effectively challenge advanced exercisers in body AND mind.

Instructor Comments:
Gin is a wonderful instructor. She cues very well. More tapes like Intense Moves please! Gin is very strong-those one armed pushups are hard!

Elizabeth

09/24/1998