Tracy Anderson In Workout Gear Says “Cherish the Movement”

Fitness pioneer Tracy Anderson is thrilled to be teaching classes again after taking time off—and she’s learned a whole new appreciation for movement. Anderson, 49, shared a video of herself at a Tracy Anderson Method studio, wearing a black workout onesie. “I taught the TA LIVE version of this class last weekend and cherish that movement after a week of not being able to get it in😅. Both classes are up and I’m excited for the new content drop later this week 🌟,” she captioned the post. Anderson is known for training celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Madonna—here are the fitness rules she lives by.

1. What She Eats Daily

Anderson doesn’t watch portion sizes, but eats until she feels nourished. “I start my morning with lemon water mixed with a teaspoon of olive oil and a pinch of sea salt,” she told Tracy Anderson Magazine. “I always have a coffee, and I take it black with a thin layer of oat milk foam, only ever on top. For breakfast, I opt for an apple blueberry purée. It has a wholesome sweetness to it, which gives me energy throughout the start of the day. A hot broccoli and cauliflower salad, and a parsnip, carrot, peas, and herb purée for lunch. It leaves me satisfied, but never sluggish. For dinner, I would pair a fennel and pea soup with an herb-roasted black cod. The soup is super flavorful and light, and the cod is protein-packed and surprisingly hearty.”

2. Staying Active Every Day

Anderson compared daily exercise to teeth brushing, in that it should be considered a non-negotiable. “If you don’t work out one day, you’re going to stay the same or gain weight,” she told PEOPLE. “It’s fine if you want to give yourself a day to rest, but know that as long as you’re not exercising in a way that’s invasive to your body, you can exercise seven days a week. It cracks me up when people say, ‘How long do I have to commit to this exercise program?’ or ‘How long until I can just do this two to three days a week?’ That’s not reality. We need to get used to taking care of our bodies.”

3. Chocolate Every Day

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Anderson believes in making sustainable changes and healthy choices—not dramatic restrictions. “If you have weight to lose, you have to train yourself to be good at exercise,” she told PEOPLE. “And diet is definitely important, but it’s not about calorie restriction — it’s more about eating whole and organic foods. You should enjoy foods that are life-giving instead of damaging to your body. Avoid processed foods, and include foods that are as close to nature as possible, as well as greens and superfoods like mulberries. I eat organic chocolate every single day.”

4. Fueling Your Workouts

Anderson says that while fasted cardio isn’t for everyone, what you eat before a workout is important. “You should still be smart about what you put into your body before training,” she told Goop. “If you eat a bagel or spaghetti before working out, you will not burn as much fat. Substitute something like 2 scoops of protein powder with half water and half coconut water for that bagel, and you’ve got a win-win: Fat is broken down faster, and you can still go the distance to create real and lasting results.”

5. Cardio Philosophy

Anderson is a big believer in the right type of cardio. “Getting the right balance of cardio is sometimes tricky, as too much, or the wrong flow can increase cortisol levels, which burns muscle tissue,” she told Goop. “I’m always thrilled when I get a client to accomplish a good cardio routine, since the body reacts really well to it. When performed consistently, it becomes a wonderful compliment to all of my muscular design work instead of a confusing variable. In an ideal world, I like 30 minutes of cardio with 30 minutes of muscular structure work; if you don’t have a full hour, choose 30 focused minutes of one or the other.”

Jennifer Lopez is living la dolce vita on a beautiful, sun-soaked vacation in Italy. Lopez, 54, shared pictures of herself relaxing on a sun lounger in a white bikini, completing her effortless look with gold hoop earrings and a bronze hat and sunglasses. Next to her was an ice bucket with bottles of her Delola brand sparkling Italian spritz. “Back in my element,” she captioned the social media post. How does she look so incredible at 54? Here are 5 ways the superstar takes care of her inner and outer wellbeing.

1. Working Out No Matter What

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Lopez works out first thing in the morning, no matter how busy her schedule. “It’s no secret that fitness is a very important part of my life,” she says. “I think there’s a positive correlation between exercise and mental health. When you find a good balance through determination and focus, we’re naturally pushing to be the best version of ourselves. I try to make good choices and balance my time. I’m always evolving and looking for things that keep me excited and motivated. I’m not afraid to challenge myself, so I’m open to pushing myself, which is what I’m doing right now as I rehearse for my new album, [This Is Me… Now], coming out this summer.”

2. Tracy Anderson Approved

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Celebrity trainer Tracy Anderson has spoken about Lopez’s impressive work ethic. “Working out with her, it’s kind of remarkable because she is so hardworking and she has such a good attitude,” Anderson says. “She’s got great energy. She’s positive and giving. She’s just an awesome woman. She shows up so matter what, she takes the time seriously, she knows her body, she wants to be herself. She knows that putting in the hard work to get her workout in is part of it. She never comes in and doesn’t have energy, doesn’t have focus, doesn’t have appreciation. She does what she wants when she wants.”

3. Holistic Trainer Sessions

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When she’s not working out with Anderson, Lopez trains with holistic weight trainer David Kirsch, authors of The Ultimate New York Body Plan. “I like the balance that the two different trainers give me," Lopez says. "They have two totally different approaches. I like switching it up with my body.”

4. Prioritizing Sleep

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Lopez swears by at least 7 hours of sleep a night. “We don't value sleep,” she says. “We value grinding and working hard - and admittedly, nobody gets caught up in that rat race more than me. I've found however, that sleep to me is the most underrated beauty secret out there. It's one of the tenets of JLo Beauty and part of my 5S's: Sunscreen, Serum, Supplements, Sano and SLEEP! Getting at least 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night can be a game changer.”

5. Daily Affirmations

Lopez believes in the power of daily affirmations. "Right outside my shower I have a little box of affirmation cards,” she says. “This is the affirmation card I pulled out today, it says, 'Your success and happiness lies in you. Resolve to keep happy and you and your joy and you shall form an invincible host against difficulties.' I'm going to resolve to keep happy no matter what. It's a promise you make to yourself. My success and my happiness lie in me. I feed my soul with an affirmation, not looking at my phone yet. Just setting myself up right for the day with the right intentions and the right thoughts, feeling positive."