Tracy Anderson
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Do you use her workouts? What is your opinion?
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I was for a while (fell off the wagon when I got pregnant, which sucks cuz her workouts are totally appropriate for pregnant ladies).
I really enjoyed them and definitely toned up. And hurt like hell...who knew little arm circles could cause so much pain??!0 -
That's what I wanted to know... I'm used to Jillian Michaels & Bob Harper so I thought I'd change it up but wasn't sure about her style.0
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per Amazon's review of her Metamorphosis
3 stars out of 5 (43 reviews)
I think the biggest complaints are she doesn't give good instructions, few verbal cues, some moves are unsafe.
http://www.amazon.com/Tracy-Anderson-Metamorphosis-Omnicentric-DVD/product-reviews/B00ANVVQYA/ref=cm_cr_pr_viewpnt_sr_1?ie=UTF8&filterBy=addOneStar&showViewpoints=0&sortBy=bySubmissionDateDescending
http://www.amazon.com/The-Tracy-Anderson-Method-Workout/product-reviews/B001F2HZHI/ref=cm_cr_pr_viewpnt_sr_1?ie=UTF8&filterBy=addOneStar&showViewpoints=0&sortBy=bySubmissionDateDescending
btw~ she doesn't recommend lifting more than 1.5 kg (or you'll get bulky) nor running or spinning ( she believes your thighs & but will get large)
http://loseweightnobull****.wordpress.com/2013/01/12/tracy-andersons-methods-are-dangerous-damaging-and-anti-feminist/
http://healthtakenseriously.com/2011/06/18/review-of-the-tracy-anderson-method/
Hope these help. good luck !
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Ok then she is out! LOL
I am actually wanting to lift weights and do some DVD's on some other days of the week so that totally goes against what I'm looking for. At least with Jillian she advises to use up to 10 lbs. I'll stick with her for now. :laugh:0 -
Insightful articles about Tracy's methods, and even more interesting comments :
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-1367879/Gwyneth-Paltrows-personal-trainer-Tracy-Andersons-diet-plan-gave-blackouts.html
http://skinnyrunner.com/2011/04/17/the-tracy-anderson-method/
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I would go for other DVDs, esp if you like Jillian. The teeny tiny dumbbells are pointless and Tracey spends the whole dvd looking at herself and making pouty faces! Insipid an narcissistic.0
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I'm wondering how many of these individuals have done the Tracy Method and for how long...
I myself have done her Metamorphosis workouts for months. I usually don't get in the recommended 6 workouts a week, but coupled with MFP I've so far lost 25lbs and my body comp has changed... I'm getting quite toned and really like the benefits so far.
I have done heavier weights in the past (Body For Life, Chalean Extreme, etc.) and I may add heavier weights in the future, but I'm really liking my results. Tracy's method focuses on all the ancillary muscles which help draw in the larger muscles. I have added on squats a few days a week to promote muscle gains and I'm loving the results. Shapely thinner arms, lifted defined butt, nice core curves, etc.
No it is not for everyone. The best advice I can give is find the example of the type of body you want then do the program that fosters that. Sometimes our idea of "the perfect body" changes over time, but currently want a really tight, toned body with some feminine curves and nice elongated muscles and that's what I'm getting from Tracy. I think it's also the perfect foundation for other more weight bearing excercises/programs since most programs work only the larger muscle groups and neglect the smaller ones.0 -
can't be bothered with someone who thinks women need to be thin to be beautiful. or promotes "lengthening muscles".
and picking up nothing over like 5 lbs. nope. No thanks.
good for getting moving and doing something- but I'll take serious training instead.0 -
Woman need to lift like dudes...... They wont get bulky, its not in their body make up0
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Isn't she the "genius" who promotes doing a zillion reps with a pink dumbbell? Yeah, that will get you results (NOT!).0
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Woman need to lift like dudes...... They wont get bulky, its not in their body make up
I wish men would stop spouting this crap. I lifted like a 'man' for 6 months and got bigger muscles than I cared for. Also got a bigger *kitten* than I cared for as well. I gained 10lbs of muscle in those 6 months. I know I will be told it's not possible, but it was for me. Body fat % dropped to the point where I wasn't having my period anymore. All of this verified by a trainer well versed in using calipers. No supplements taken whatsoever.
I did love heavy lifting, but I just did not get the results I needed or wanted. It is NOT for every woman.2 -
If you can't be bothered then way respond??
"Serious Training"? Do her cardio mat workout and cardio workout and do all the reps with perfect form and then we can chat....until then....1 -
Is this what you're talking about?If you can't be bothered then way respond??
"Serious Training"? Do her cardio mat workout and cardio workout and do all the reps with perfect form and then we can chat....until then....
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xbiap9_tracy-anderson-mat-workout-dvd-the_lifestyle
LOL - Seriously?
Let's see old Tracy do one of MY workouts. Now THAT would be interesting.0 -
I love Tracy Anderson. I was losing weight but not inches. I had tons of fat hanging on my arms in August. I lost 3.5 inches around each arm in less than two months doing her arm exercises from precision toning and her mat workout. I also did her post pregnancy video during that time and lost 9 inches around my waist. I don't pay attention to her advice or her diet plan but she's been a huge part of my 71 pound weight loss in regard to toning up and getting strong enough to make it through the Jillian Michaels and T25 workouts.0
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I found her workouts difficult to follow at first, but having read reviews about how well they work I just kept trying and it got easier over time.
She uses light weights in her dvds, but that doesn't mean you have to use the same weight.0 -
If you can't be bothered then way respond??
"Serious Training"? Do her cardio mat workout and cardio workout and do all the reps with perfect form and then we can chat....until then....
Mhmmm sure- no thanks. You can do my workout if you like- or even JUST THE LAST HALF of my lifting workout.
My last work out included the a pyramid of deadlifts- maxing out at 255 then back down.
I think I did 10 sets total.
then I finished with the following
DL @ 65% my 1RPM as many as I could = X reps then outside in the cold for 100 Yards Sprints for X times. (So as many reps of dead lift- I did that many sprints)
5 Rounds through.
185 # DL 7 reps- then did 7 100 yard sprints
then 6 reps- with 6, 100 yard sprints
then 4 reps- 4- 100 yard sprints
3
then 4
That is 2400 yards of sprints... and 4,400 lbs I lifted. No breaks.
Took me 35 minutes.
Then I went and did my dance training for 45 minutes.
Please- by all means- bring your ballet styled at home "cardio" work out and come hang out with me.0 -
WARNING: What they say about the forums is true! If you do anything other than heavy lifting, crossfit, running, etc. than you'll have a plethora of individuals who will knock your workout, even though they haven't done it themselves.
I didn't poo-poo on anyone else's workout, but for some, if you aren't doing "their" workout, everything else is crap.
I can respect someone saying they did the workout for X number of months and they didn't get the results they wanted or the workout didn't suit them for ____ reason, but just to say everyone must lift heavy weights or whatever is just naive and narrow minded.
The right workout is one where the individual challenges themselves, sees results, and enjoys the process (most of the time ;o) )... and THAT will be DIFFERENT for EVERYONE.2 -
I love Tracy Anderson. I was losing weight but not inches. I had tons of fat hanging on my arms in August. I lost 3.5 inches around each arm in less than two months doing her arm exercises from precision toning and her mat workout. I also did her post pregnancy video during that time and lost 9 inches around my waist. I don't pay attention to her advice or her diet plan but she's been a huge part of my 71 pound weight loss in regard to toning up and getting strong enough to make it through the Jillian Michaels and T25 workouts.
I whole heartedly agree... I've seen amazing toning which I've not had before doing any other program. I just use MFP to track... I think she has some good tips/recipes with her diet plans, but cals are quite low.0 -
I've only tried her Inside out Dance Cardio workout DVD and I thought it was horrible. You can get through the step-by-step easily enough but when she does the actual routine it's like 10x as fast and really hard to follow, especially with no verbal cues from her. Plus some of the moves are just weird and overly dramatic. Waste of $10 IMHO
I'd recommend checking out Bob Harper's DVD workouts. You can find them on Amazon or on directly from his website.0 -
She's great if one wants to have the look of a Hollywood female starlet. However if you've actually met any of them, they look like sticks in real life. And they have to so they look "normal" on camera.
It's always going to come down to calorie deficit for weight loss. It's going to come down to progressive resistance to increase strength. And it's going to come down to high rep volume in a set for muscle endurance, which is what her program is.
I am of the opinion and philosophy that using light weights does little to shape the body. If it were true, then mother who tote toddlers around all day should have and issue with how they look after having a child. And we know that's not the case for most.
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WARNING: What they say about the forums is true! If you do anything other than heavy lifting, crossfit, running, etc. than you'll have a plethora of individuals who will knock your workout, even though they haven't done it themselves.
I didn't poo-poo on anyone else's workout, but for some, if you aren't doing "their" workout, everything else is crap.
I can respect someone saying they did the workout for X number of months and they didn't get the results they wanted or the workout didn't suit them for ____ reason, but just to say everyone must lift heavy weights or whatever is just naive and narrow minded.
The right workout is one where the individual challenges themselves, sees results, and enjoys the process (most of the time ;o) )... and THAT will be DIFFERENT for EVERYONE.
I believe you're the one that brought up the topic of serious training, and I quote - ""Serious Training"? Do her cardio mat workout and cardio workout and do all the reps with perfect form and then we can chat....until then...." For a lot of the people on this forum, her workouts are anything but "serious". She's clueless and only made a buck because she has Hollywood clientele, so she MUST know what she's talking about, right?
Here's some of the nonsense that comes out of her mouth - "Oftentimes, heavy weights can tear the muscle fiber causing it to bulk, but using a lighter weight for a longer duration and allowing your body to move in many different ways to target all of the muscles will lengthen them without tearing"
WTF? There's so many things wrong with this quote I don't even know where to begin. In short, if you don't TEAR the muscles they won't grow so you won't get stronger. God forbid we tear muscles, careful! Most women who lift won't get bulky without steroid assistance. And what exactly does the body moving "around in many different ways with light weights" do exactly, and how is this better than lifting a heavy weight that promotes muscle gain, and improves metabolic rates (among many other things)?0 -
I have done her mat DVD a couple of times per week on and off over the last few years along with Jillian Michaels DVD's and have enjoyed both. Dont think her cardio one is for me and I don't know anything about her diet. Sorry cant be much help really!0
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WARNING: What they say about the forums is true! If you do anything other than heavy lifting, crossfit, running, etc. than you'll have a plethora of individuals who will knock your workout, even though they haven't done it themselves.
I didn't poo-poo on anyone else's workout, but for some, if you aren't doing "their" workout, everything else is crap.
I can respect someone saying they did the workout for X number of months and they didn't get the results they wanted or the workout didn't suit them for ____ reason, but just to say everyone must lift heavy weights or whatever is just naive and narrow minded.
The right workout is one where the individual challenges themselves, sees results, and enjoys the process (most of the time ;o) )... and THAT will be DIFFERENT for EVERYONE.
I believe you're the one that brought up the topic of serious training, and I quote - ""Serious Training"? Do her cardio mat workout and cardio workout and do all the reps with perfect form and then we can chat....until then...." For a lot of the people on this forum, her workouts are anything but "serious". She's clueless and only made a buck because she has Hollywood clientele, so she MUST know what she's talking about, right?
Here's some of the nonsense that comes out of her mouth - "Oftentimes, heavy weights can tear the muscle fiber causing it to bulk, but using a lighter weight for a longer duration and allowing your body to move in many different ways to target all of the muscles will lengthen them without tearing"
WTF? There's so many things wrong with this quote I don't even know where to begin. In short, if you don't TEAR the muscles they won't grow so you won't get stronger. God forbid we tear muscles, careful! Most women who lift won't get bulky without steroid assistance. And what exactly does the body moving "around in many different ways with light weights" do exactly, and how is this better than lifting a heavy weight that promotes muscle gain, and improves metabolic rates (among many other things)?
Actually no, someone else started the "serious training" line, about 4 responses in... I'm simply referencing it.
I take her workouts and advice for what they're worth.... I've seen results and this is from someone who's done Body For Life, Chalean Extreme, and other programs in the past (if you're gonna respond to me, atleast read everything I posted). Do I think there are benefits to her program, yes - I've seen some great results and do believe that many people, especially those that lift heavy, only focus on larger muscle groups, leaving the smaller muscle groups neglected which could result in injury... just like those that focus solely on the stomach muscles and neglect the lower back and other core muscles.
Do I think this is the end-all, be-all of workouts? No. Do I think that it's for everyone? No. Do I think it's a good foundation for other workouts - Yes. Do I think it's a good workout for those not wanting to get a really muscular look but a toned look? Yes. And since I seem to be engaging with individuals that haven't done her program, besides the 3lb weights, there are high reps and you use your own body for resistance, which can be quite beneficial... just read this article from Bodybuilding.com
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/body-double-bodyweight-alternatives-strength-training-classics.html1 -
Do I think there are benefits to her program, yes - I've seen some great results and do believe that many people, especially those that lift heavy, only focus on larger muscle groups, leaving the smaller muscle groups neglected which could result in injury... just like those that focus solely on the stomach muscles and neglect the lower back and other core muscles.
I will agree with you that a lot of the Compound Lifting based programs don't isolate the muscles, and therefore leave you with muscle imbalances. There's actually a thread going on about that: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1127972-big-4-lifts-what-muscles-are-left-out?page=1#posts-17500651 However, you'll always be better off lifting a heavy weight for 6-12 reps then you will lifting one a zillion times.Do I think this is the end-all, be-all of workouts? No. Do I think that it's for everyone? No. Do I think it's a good foundation for other workouts - Yes. Do I think it's a good workout for those not wanting to get a really muscular look but a toned look? Yes. And since I seem to be engaging with individuals that haven't done her program, besides the 3lb weights, there are high reps and you use your own body for resistance, which can be quite beneficial... just read this article from Bodybuilding.com
What is a "toned look" exactly? It's the presence of muscle and the absence of fat. How are you going to gain muscle if you never "tear" the muscles to get them to grow??? You're going to end up skinny fat - and isn't that the look of most of Tracy's Hollywood clientele?
Correct me if I'm wrong, but somehow I don't see the exercises in this article - Handstand Push Ups, Australian Pull Ups, etc being part of Tracy's workouts. For the record, I don't see heavy lifting as the only means of getting in shape. But when you compare it to the zillion reps with 3lb weight workouts, heavy lifting is a much, MUCH better means for what most people are trying to accomplish. It's just frustrating as someone who's a trainer and is passionate about this stuff to see people wasting their time doing this crap when they could being doing something more useful that will actually get them the results that they want.0 -
WARNING: What they say about the forums is true! If you do anything other than heavy lifting, crossfit, running, etc. than you'll have a plethora of individuals who will knock your workout, even though they haven't done it themselves.
I didn't poo-poo on anyone else's workout, but for some, if you aren't doing "their" workout, everything else is crap.
I can respect someone saying they did the workout for X number of months and they didn't get the results they wanted or the workout didn't suit them for ____ reason, but just to say everyone must lift heavy weights or whatever is just naive and narrow minded.
The right workout is one where the individual challenges themselves, sees results, and enjoys the process (most of the time ;o) )... and THAT will be DIFFERENT for EVERYONE.
7 years after your initial post, and Ive gotta say, you are absolutely right. These forums do not allow for different ideas of what it means to be fit and to enjoy exercise while seeing results. These are the “if you don’t lift heavy weights you ain’t doin *kitten*” forums. If you’re smarter than that, your ideas and posts aren’t welcome here unfortunately.0 -
Also, if one more person says, women can’t get bulky from lifting, I’m going to scream.
What looks “bulky” is in the eyes of the beholder.
I can mention at least 10 female fitness “experts” that make videos and say, wow, she looks in shape. But do I want my body to look like theirs? No! They look too bulky to me.
There’s also a thread that everyone likes to post on these forums to bolster their belief that a woman doesn’t get bulky from lifting. But, to me, the woman looks bulky!!
That’s my taste. That my opinion. Your views and opinions don’t equal facts. Nor do mine. They are just your taste and opinions.
Tracy Anderson has trained gwyneth Paltrow. Every one knows that. But she’s also trained Jennifer Lopez and Madonna. Anyone that calls them skinny fat needs their head examined.
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