This is a solid intermediate-level workout designed primarily to strengthen muscles used in running and also to promote "power" in those muscles. You alternate the lower body exercises with upper body, such as pushups, so you get a very balanced workout. There is also a long stretch segment -- I think it's 30 minutes -- making it even better. The exercises related to running are variations of lunges and squats, but they are done differently than what we're used to, which I think makes it very interesting. For example, you'll lunge back (dip) and then push up quickly to build power in the muscle. The entire tape is about an hour and 40 minutes, and includes a segment on working out in a gym, plus an interview with a triathlete (Ray Browning). The actual workout, including the stretch section, is around an hour and 20 minutes. The workout is shot outdoors in a very nice, relaxing setting. I found this tape to be very pleasant and enjoyed doing it, but not one I'm going to keep. I'd really like to see an advanced workout in the same format, but with more intense exercises. I'm not a runner, but I think this is great, and would definitely buy a more advanced version. Grade A+.

Instructor Comments:
The two instructors, Carey Bond and Blair French, work very well together. They alternate teaching sets of exercises. You'll recognize Carey from The Body Bar series of tapes.

Annie S.