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For decades, Jennifer Aniston<\/a> has been one of Hollywood\u2019s most recognizable stars and a longtime advocate for staying active. When it comes to fitness, Aniston has learned that consistency\u2014not punishment\u2014is the real secret to feeling strong.<\/p>\n The beloved actress shared some of her favorite arms and abs<\/a> moves she loves from Pvolve<\/a>, the functional fitness program she\u2019s been practicing for years. The workout style focuses on controlled resistance, intentional movement, and building strength<\/a> in ways that support everyday life.<\/p>\n \u201cWe build upper body and core strength through progressive overload, resistance, and dynamic movement in all three planes of motion,\u201d Dani Coleman<\/a>, Aniston\u2019s personal trainer and vice president of training at Pvolve, tells SELF.<\/p>\n Rather than rushing through reps or relying on momentum, the goal is to move with total control.<\/p>\n \u201cBy focusing on the muscles doing the work you can develop intentional strength that not only improves performance in your workouts, but also helps you look and feel your best in daily life,\u201d Coleman says.<\/p>\n For Aniston, that focus on building a sustainable routine<\/a> was a big mental shift from her former approach to fitness.<\/p>\n \u201cI used to look at workouts where it had to be this intense, \u2018no pain, no gain\u2019 situation,\u201d Aniston tells SELF. \u201cBut the main takeaway over all the years of everything I\u2019ve tried is just consistency. Don\u2019t push it and listen to your body.\u201d<\/p>\n These days, she says the biggest factor keeping her consistent is simply paying attention to how movement affects her mood and energy.<\/p>\n \u201cWhen I don\u2019t work out, I feel such a difference,\u201d Aniston says. \u201cMy mood dips, I don\u2019t have as much endurance during the day, my clothes fit differently. You just don\u2019t feel good because you\u2019re not being good to yourself.\u201d<\/p>\n Her strategy? Keep workouts manageable\u2014even on busy days.<\/p>\n \u201cWake up 15 minutes earlier and get it in. When you simplify it for yourself, it makes it more digestible,\u201d Aniston says.<\/p>\n That\u2019s exactly the idea behind the quick arms-and-abs routine she swears by. These moves build strength, mobility<\/a>, and stability all at once.<\/p>\n \u201cThis routine specifically targets arms and abs because that\u2019s sort of our center of gravity\u2014and our arms are what we see a lot. And I love a strong core. For me, core is everything.\u201d<\/p>\n Jennifer Aniston\u2019s favorite abs and arms moves<\/p>\n What you need:<\/strong> Some of these exercises will require a yoga mat, stability ball, and a resistance band.<\/p>\n Curl Over Ball<\/p>\n \u201cThis move strengthens the abs through a fuller range of motion while the ball supports the lower back,\u201d Coleman says.<\/p>\n Lay flat on the mat, then place the stability ball on the lower back.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Once elevated, extend both legs straight in front of you.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Bring your hands to the back of your head and engage your core.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Gently lift and lower your shoulder blades.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Elevated Deadbug<\/p>\n \u201cThis is a powerful core stability move that improves coordination and teaches the body to stay steady while the arms and legs move in tandem,\u201d Coleman says.<\/p>\n Lay flat on the mat with your hands by your sides.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Place the stability ball underneath your hips to get into an elevated position.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Lift both legs into a tabletop position.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Slowly lower and extend one leg until it\u2019s hovering just a few inches above the floor.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Return to the starting position and switch legs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Golf Swing<\/p>\n \u201cThis is a dynamic core exercise that strengthens the obliques while activating the outer hips for improved balance and stability,\u201d Coleman says.<\/p>\n Start in a staggered stance position with one foot forward and the other foot back, with your heel lifted.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Clasp your hands together and extend your arms out in front of you.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Step out with your back leg into a squat position, then step that same foot back to its original position. Keep your arms straight.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Stability Ball Plank<\/p>\n \u201cThis exercise takes the classic plank up a notch by adding instability, forcing the core to work harder to stay controlled,\u201d Coleman says.<\/p>\n Start in a high plank position, then balance the stability ball under your hands.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Once you\u2019ve found your balance, bring your right knee to your right elbow.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Prone Back Extension With Lat Pull<\/p>\n \u201cThis targets the muscles along the spine to build back strength, support better posture, and counteract the effects of long hours of sitting,\u201d Coleman says.<\/p>\n Lay on the mat face down.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Holding a resistance band, bring both arms straight out in front of you above your head.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Lift your arms and legs up off the mat.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n While holding the lifted position, pull your elbows back towards your ribs, squeezing your shoulder blades together, similar to a lat pulldown.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Straighten your arms back to the overhead position, then lower your body back to the floor.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Related:<\/strong><\/p>\n Get more of SELF\u2019s great service journalism delivered right to your inbox.<\/a><\/p>\n Originally Appeared on Self<\/a><\/p>\n\n
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