I braved Jennifer Aniston’s 5-move full-body workout — here’s what happened to my core muscles

Jennifer Aniston might be best known for her Hollywood hair and iconic roles, but her real secret weapon? A core so strong, her trainer calls it “bulletproof.” Quite the compliment, especially considering how athletic her trainer, Dani Coleman, vice president of training at Pvolve, looks.

At 56, Aniston isn’t just maintaining, she’s fully embracing her strength era. But it didn’t happen overnight. Jennifer first discovered Pvolve years ago after sustaining a back injury on a film set, and later joined the brand as an ambassador in 2023.

After four and a half years of training with the method, her transformation has been nothing short of impressive. “With Pvolve, I can avoid burnout and stay consistent with my fitness goals — even with my busy, on-the-go schedule,” Jennifer says. But how hard do you really need to work to look that good? And how do we Pvolve? We’re about to find out.

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planes of motion to deliver total-body strength while enhancing mobility and stability.

That’s all without the wear and tear of high-impact exercise. Below is just a taster of what they do.

This workout consists of five different exercises; think total-body strength, power and mobility. Some moves do use the Pvolve equipment, but as long as you have resistance bands and Pilates-style accessories at home, there’s no reason you can’t try this workout yourself.

To build strength and tone, aim for three sets of 12–15 repetitions of each move.

Targets: Glutes, quads, shoulders and core.

This full-body Pvolve staple works multiple muscle groups at once, while the band adds resistance through the entire range of motion.

Start by standing with your feet hip-width apart, a resistance band anchored under your feet and held at shoulder height. Lower into a squat, keeping your chest lifted and knees tracking over your toes. As you rise, press the band overhead until your arms are straight, then return to the start with control.

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Why it works: As the band stretches, resistance increases, meaning your muscles have to work harder at the top of the movement, especially your shoulders and core. It’s a dynamic, time-efficient move that tones from head to toe while ramping up your heart rate.

you don’t need heavy weights to feel the burn.

Targets: Inner thighs, glutes and obliques.

This move looks graceful, but don’t be fooled. It works deep into your inner thighs, glutes and obliques while challenging your balance and coordination. It’s classic Pvolve: low-impact, controlled and deceptively tough.

Start with your right toes on a glider (or a towel, if you’re on a smooth floor) and your left foot firmly planted. Slowly glide your right leg out to the side, keeping your hips square and your core tight. Once your leg is extended, engage your core and reach your right arm overhead toward the opposite side, activating your obliques. Keep the movement slow and controlled.

Why it works: This slow, deliberate leg slide targets the inner thighs, while the reach strengthens the core, helping to build stability and strength through your waist and hips.

When I tried it: I could feel my inner thighs engaging while the overhead reach stretched and worked into my obliques. It looks elegant, but it works your entire body and your focus.

standing ab workout with no crunches required. The constant tension from the resistance band challenges your obliques, deep core and shoulders to stabilize you throughout the movement.

Hold a resistance band at chest height in both hands. With your arms extended and your right leg slightly in front of your left, slowly lift your right leg as you rotate your torso away from the anchor point, pulling the band across your body. Return to centre with control, keeping your hips square. Complete all reps on one side before switching.

Why it works: This is an anti-rotation move, meaning your core works hard to resist twisting, which is exactly the kind of strength that improves posture, balance and overall stability.

When I tried it: I was wobbling all over the place. The key? Slow, precise movements over speed. I loved how present this move forced me to be.

Targets: Core, obliques, transverse abdominis.

This move takes a traditional Russian twist and gives it a Pilates-inspired upgrade. It targets your obliques and deep core muscles while improving balance and coordination.

Sit tall with your knees bent and place a Pilates ball behind the small of your back. Lean back slightly to engage your core, letting the ball support your lower back. From here, engage your abs to lift your right leg and twist from your waist towards it. Return to center, then lift your left leg and twist to the other side. Keep your spine long, your shoulders relaxed and every movement slow and controlled.

Why it works: It’s deceptively tough, firing deep into your core to sculpt your waist and strengthen your obliques.

When I tried it: My abs were burning after just one round. which is proof that small, controlled movements really can deliver big results.

mind-muscle connection.

Start in a high plank with your hands on a Pilates or stability ball and your feet hip-width apart. Engage your core, squeeze your glutes and hold steady; the ball will try to roll, forcing your stabilizers to work overtime. Once you feel stable, lift your right foot off the floor, bend your knee and draw it toward your chest like a mountain climber. Return to your plank, then repeat on the left.

Why it works: You’ll feel this one everywhere. Within seconds, your shoulders and abs will be on fire as you fight to keep the ball steady. It’s the perfect finisher: low-impact, high-intensity and guaranteed to fire up every muscle from head to toe.

A far cry from her past “no pain, no gain” workouts, Jennifer’s Pvolve routine takes a smarter approach. Designed to take around 30 minutes, it’s ideal for anyone short on time.

Her five-move routine proves that low-impact doesn’t mean easy. Each move is controlled, intentional and joint-friendly, targeting the core, glutes and legs. Look out for a slow burn and improved strength and muscle tone.

Jennifer Aniston’s workout may look slow and steady, but it’s anything but easy. The precision of each movement and constant resistance leave your muscles shaking and your core (and every muscle from head to toe) fully engaged.

It’s a clever, time-efficient way to build strength and stability without the strain of high-impact training, and I loved how present and switched on it made me feel. Pvolve promises “transformational total-body toning,” and after trying it, I can see why Jennifer swears by it.

It proves that you don’t have to push harder to see results. Instead, it’s about working smarter and engaging each muscle through slow, intentional movement that forces you to connect and control.

Slow is your friend here. It’s about working with your body, going deep and building strength that fuels your energy, confidence and longevity without the intimidation or pain.

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