Outstanding. A work of art. Brilliant. A masterpiece. How else can I describe this workout? Christi has accomplished something great here, and although I may not be able to put my thoughts into the best words, I'll try. This incredible workout is so RIGHT in all ways -- choreography, music, instruction, intensity. An advanced exerciser will find just the perfect amount of teaching vs. doing, the perfect amount of high intensity vs. lower intensity, the perfect amount of complex choreography that keeps you interested and challenged, but not frustrated. This might sound hokey to some, but I truly consider this a masterpiece. It's so well-taught, so perfectly cued, and so FUN. You work hard, really hard, but you want to because you're having too much fun to stop. Christi frequently reminds you to pace yourself, and you'll know why once you start doing the workout. It's such a blast that it's easy to overdo it in the beginning and then not be able to finish. Christi and her cast are all smiling (I am, too!), and it's easy to see that these are not fake smiles. You cannot do this workout and not enjoy yourself! One other thing I want to mention about the video is at the end of each section, she gives you a chance to stop there if you want to -- and on the lower left of the screen, there is an inset that shows a cooldown and stretch for those stopping. That, in my opinion, is a really "classy" touch. It's a sign of thoughtfulness and consideration toward the people doing the workout. She doesn't just leave you hanging or tell you to fast-forward to the end. Grade A+++++++.

Instructor Comments:
It's interesting to see Christi's progress over time. She's come a long way since her CIA 5004 days. Not that she wasn't good then, mind you, but she keeps getting better and better. I think she really listens to feedback from her fans and tries to please them, and it pays off. If there is a category for The Elite as far as instructors go, Christi has reached it.

Annie S.