I got this from Netflix yesterday and did the whole DVD this morning. Four workouts, twenty minutes each, and a ten minute stretch. Here's what I thought about the individual workouts:
Strength and Sculpt: I found this to be extremely easy and geared toward people who have never done any sort of weight training. IMO much too light for those who have been lifting for a while, even on lighter training days. But a good one to recommend to friends/family who are intimidated by the thought of weight training.
Low Intensity cardio/high intensity cardio: solid workouts, both. Basic moves (kickboxing, calistenics, a bit o' plyo), nothing too intense but enough to get the old heart thumping. If you can do any of Kathy Smith's timesaver/twenty minute workouts, you can do these, no problem. I did them back to back but on a day where time is short, the high intensity cardio would be a good, quick choice.
Bootcamp: this was my favorite and the one that provided the most challenge. A number of the moves had me working my muscles in ways I'm not used to, such as doing a minute of jumping jacks with 5lb weights in each hand. By the end of it my shoulders were like, "Hello?!" I thought this was alot of fun. I'd buy this one just to have it around for a quick, efficient workout on days when time I want to feel like I've worked but don't have the time or energy for a long session.
I also liked Bob, he was funny without being obnoxious. The music was enjoyable and unobtrusive and the sets simple. I liked the people too and was glad to see everyday people, sweating and struggling and occasionally even pooping out. The only thing I did not like was the woman (Dre?) who kept making smarty-pants remarks throughout the routines. I didn't watch the show, so maybe those who did will enjoy her "humor." I didn't!
I would be happy to have this DVD in my collection, for the variety and the shorter, intense workout.
Sparrow
Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming ‘Wow - what a ride!’ — Peter Sage