This is the only Tae Bo video that I have and that I have done. Although Billy's cuing isn't the greatest all the time, this is a great workout. The workout got my heart rate up and kept it there for the majority of the workout and it's fun! I always have a great time when I do this workout....in fact, when I *don't* feel like working out, I usually pull this tape out and I'm feeling lots better 5 min. into the tape! Billy leads a large class through this workout and it's so great to see all those everyday people working and sweating and whooping and struggling to make it through, just like you. Billy's high energy level is also extremely motivating....and so is the music! I find myself singing along to the songs and I sometimes forget that I'm actually working out. Billy blends different punches and kicks into various combinations and I found all the moves to be fun. I usually bypass the toning section on this tape; it's only about 10 minutes and I'm not sure how effective it really is. Right now, this tape is $29.95 from Collage...to be honest, I don't know if I would have paid that amt for this tape on a regular day, but I bought it as a gift to myself for getting into Yale Med. Now that I have it, I am glad and I'm pleased with the workout. I'm probably the last person on earth to get on the Tae Bo bandwagon, but if there are any other stragglers left =), I do recommend this tape. It's a great change of pace from Cathe and The Firm.

Instructor Comments:
Billy is very motivational; I can see why a lot of people really warm up to his style. I like his down to earth attitude and his enthusiasm for the workout he's created. His cuing could use some improvement, though, although it's not difficult to follow him. Because of his enthusiasm and his great attitude, he's one of my favorite instructors.

Shannelle