An Oldie But Goodie
Recently, I went back to doing some of my older Denise Austin videos to see whether I could increase my strength and stamina as I approach the dreaded "60 year mark". The newer DVD's just weren't working for me -- there always seemed to be something missing. Within two weeks of starting Totally Firm, I began to see AND feel a difference in strength and definition by using 5 lb. weights. Since I have scoliosis, I HAVE to work out to keep the lat muscles strong, as well as keeping abdominal and spinal erector muscles strong for support. This workout goes above and beyond my expectations. Denise also pulls in muscle groups that are largely ignored in the newer workouts. While this is not her most difficult lower body workout, you can alternate videos that focus on the lower body. Bravo, Denise! We may all be getting older, but you're still keeping us fit.

a great way to start
Keeps you motivated while taking you through the workout. Not so boring that you lose interest

Poor video quality, but good beginner workout.
The quality of the video is grainy and sometimes rolls, but the workout is a good place for beginners to start. If she did more than 1 set of the repetitions, it could be better for more advanced exercisers. There is a variety for each body part, so that is a plus, but not enough to make major changes.

A Great Start
I bought this video to get a jump on my weight loss. It has a slow and controlable pace which makes it great for beginners to intermediates. Denise is motivating, speakig to the camera as if she were really your personal trainer. I find this video especially helpful for legs and arms, but it does give a complete body workout and promises resuts in 6 weeks, but I think you will feel better and tighter in just a week. I highly recommend this video.

I'm Seeing Wonderful Results
I was in aerobically good shape before starting this video several months ago (I run four miles or do an aerobic exercise video practically every day), but my husband encouraged me to work out with weights to protect myself from possible injury while exercising. Weight-lifting on my own was TOO boring, and I can't fit in visits to the health club with my household responsibilities, so I thought I'd try this video. It has been wonderful! I love having someone talk me through this arduous routine (and Denise DOES know how to talk!). She carefully explains how to do each exercise properly and I love the fact that she's actually sweating and smiling (and talking) at the same time. Most of all, I love what the video has done for my muscle tone. After three children, I never thought I could have "rock hard" abs, but I really do. It's done a lot for my arms and thighs too. I would disagree with the reviewer who said that the video doesn't do much for your lower body. Your thighs and buns will definitely get a workout with this video as well.