{"id":769086,"date":"2026-05-02T22:12:35","date_gmt":"2026-05-02T22:12:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/769086\/"},"modified":"2026-05-02T22:12:35","modified_gmt":"2026-05-02T22:12:35","slug":"how-anne-hathaway-built-full-body-strength-for-devil-wears-prada-2-her-30-minute-routine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/769086\/","title":{"rendered":"How Anne Hathaway built full-body strength for Devil Wears Prada 2 \u2013 her 30-minute routine"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"4\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\">Andy Sachs may have sold her soul to Miranda Priestley the day she slipped on that first pair of Jimmy Choos in The Devil Wears Prada, but  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a63700367\/anne-hathaway-plank-challenge\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a63700367\/anne-hathaway-plank-challenge\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"Anne Hathaway\" data-node-id=\"4.3\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Anne Hathaway<\/a> has been putting in a different kind of work ahead of her return to Runway magazine.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"9\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\">The actress has been training intensely with PT  <a href=\"https:\/\/eastwoodfit.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/eastwoodfit.com\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"Monique Eastwood\" data-node-id=\"9.1\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Monique Eastwood<\/a>  for the past four years. \u2018She needed to get ready for Mother Mary and so she does my Movement Method 4-5 times a week,\u2019 Eastwood tells Women\u2019s Health. Incidentally, she has also coached Anne\u2019s fellow Prada co-stars Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci for 12 and 10 years respectively.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"13\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\">Having trained as a dancer,  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/moniqueeastwood\/?g=5\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/moniqueeastwood\/?g=5\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"Eastwood\" data-node-id=\"13.1\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Eastwood<\/a> has built her method around movements that create a body that is both strong and lithe, combining elements of dance, ballet, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/pilates\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/pilates\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"Pilates\" data-node-id=\"13.3\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Pilates<\/a> and conventional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"fitness\" data-node-id=\"13.5\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">fitness<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"18\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\">\u2018My method features multidirectional movements that concentrate on posture and strength,\u2019 she explains. \u2018My ethos is about building a strong awareness in your  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/core-workouts\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/core-workouts\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"core\" data-node-id=\"18.1\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">core<\/a>  so movement becomes more graceful and efficient.\u2019 She adds on  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DXmj5BxCK_8\/?img_index=1\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DXmj5BxCK_8\/?img_index=1\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"Instagram\" data-node-id=\"18.3\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Instagram<\/a>: \u2018Control [and] long elegant lines&#8230;train the body and mind to work together with intention and a deep understanding. It challenges your body in a completely different way.\u2019<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"23\" class=\"css-6wxqfj emevuu60\">The following sequence is a typical  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/workouts\/a707720\/gym-workout\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/workouts\/a707720\/gym-workout\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"full-body \" data-node-id=\"23.1\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">full-body <\/a>routine Eastwood does with Anne consistently. \u2018It takes roughly 30 minutes as it\u2019s repeated on each side and is not a fast flow,\u2019 says Eastwood. \u2018Take it slow, watch my movements carefully and follow the cues.\u2019 <\/p>\n<p>Anne Hathaway&#8217;s 30-minute full-body workout<\/p>\n<p data-journey-content=\"true\" data-node-id=\"29\" class=\"body-tip css-1c5elkc emevuu60\">Use 3-5kg dumbbells, depending on your level and ability. Correct your technique first before increasing your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a706203\/how-to-pick-the-right-weights\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a706203\/how-to-pick-the-right-weights\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"weights\" data-node-id=\"29.1\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">weights<\/a>. Repeat each sequence 10 times on each side. <\/p>\n<p>1. Diagonal single-leg squat into pli\u00e9s with reaches<img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1777759946_122_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/> <\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"34\" class=\"css-kw9lqy emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"34.0\">Start in a slight kickstand position, facing the corner of your mat. Hold a dumbbell in each hand and reach your arms forward towards the corner as you lower into a single-leg squat.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"34.1\">Step your raised foot out wide into a pli\u00e9, placing it flat on the floor. At the same time, draw the dumbbells into your chest, then press them overhead.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"34.2\">Lift your heel so you\u2019re on the ball of your foot and perform small squat pulses in the pli\u00e9, keeping your elbows tucked into your sides.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"34.3\">Lower your heel back to the floor. With both feet flat, press the dumbbells overhead again.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"34.4\">Complete 10 reps, then switch sides.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>2. Long-back lunge into single-leg squat with opposite-arm reach<img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1777759947_364_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"37\" class=\"css-kw9lqy emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"37.0\">Start in a long lunge. Reach the arm on the same side as your back leg forward, creating a straight line from fingertips to heel.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"37.1\">Step your back leg forward into a single-leg squat, keeping your heel lifted in a kickstand position.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"37.2\">As you lower into the squat, switch arms \u2013 bring the first arm down and reach the opposite arm diagonally forward.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"37.3\">Step your kickstand leg back into the long lunge, switching arms again.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"37.4\">From here, perform a hammer curl with both dumbbells, then extend your arms back into a tricep kickback.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"37.5\">Straighten your front leg as you hammer curl, then bend back into the lunge as you move into the tricep kickback.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"37.6\">Complete 10 reps on one side, then switch.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>3. Deep side lunge with wide arms into knee lift with high arm lift<img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1777759948_297_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"40\" class=\"css-kw9lqy emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"40.0\">Start standing tall with your feet together, holding both dumbbells at your chest.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"40.1\">Step out wide into a deep side lunge. As you lower, extend your arms back and out behind you into a tricep kickback.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"40.2\">Push back to standing, curling the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a706203\/how-to-pick-the-right-weights\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a706203\/how-to-pick-the-right-weights\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"dumbbells\" data-node-id=\"40.2.1\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">dumbbells<\/a> back towards your chest.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"40.3\">Lift your working leg into a 90\u00ba knee raise, bringing the dumbbells up in front of your face.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"40.4\">Lower the leg, extending it straight out in front of you with your heel on the floor and toes lifted, like a hamstring stretch. At the same time, reach the opposite arm forward towards your foot.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"40.5\">Pull the arm back in a rowing motion as you lift the knee back up and return to standing.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"40.6\">Complete 10 reps on one side, then switch.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>4. Plank with single leg in and outs, with a side leg tap   <img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1777759949_939_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"43\" class=\"css-kw9lqy emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"43.0\">Start in a high plank.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"43.1\">Draw one knee in towards your chest, then extend the leg straight back behind you.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"43.2\">From there, move the leg out to the side, aiming for roughly a 90\u00ba angle from your body, and lightly tap the floor. Bring it back to centre, extending it behind you again.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"43.3\">After a few reps, rest this leg across your other leg and push your hips back, as if moving into a child\u2019s pose. When your hips are high and your legs form roughly a 90\u00ba angle, press forward to return to a single-leg plank.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"43.4\">Keep your arms strong throughout, supporting your body in a steady hold.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"43.5\">Complete 10 reps on one side, then switch.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>5. Curtsey lunge with arm reach into side crunch balance<img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1777759950_661_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"46\" class=\"css-kw9lqy emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"46.0\">Step back into a deep curtsey lunge. As you do, reach the arm on the same side as your back leg straight overhead. Extend your other arm out to the side for balance.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"46.1\">Step your back leg forward, then lift it out to the side into a high knee raise.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"46.2\">As your knee lifts, bend your arm and bring your elbow down to meet it in a side crunch.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"46.3\">Return to the curtsey lunge and repeat.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"46.4\">Complete 10 reps on one side, then switch.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>6. Long back lunge into curtsey lunge and overhead reach<img src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/1777759951_546_poster.jpg\" alt=\"Image no longer available\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/><\/p>\n<ul data-node-id=\"49\" class=\"css-kw9lqy emevuu60\">\n<li data-node-id=\"49.0\">Step back into a long lunge. As you do, reach the arm on the same side as your back leg diagonally forward, lowering it towards the floor in front of your bent front leg while holding the dumbbell. Keep your other arm bent by your side.<\/li>\n<li data-node-id=\"49.1\">Step your back leg forward and across into a curtsey <a href=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a45414221\/lunge-challenge\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-vars-ga-outbound-link=\"https:\/\/www.womenshealthmag.com\/uk\/fitness\/strength-training\/a45414221\/lunge-challenge\/\" data-vars-ga-ux-element=\"Hyperlink\" data-vars-ga-call-to-action=\"lunge\" data-node-id=\"49.1.1\" class=\"body-link css-1e57p3n emevuu60\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">lunge<\/a>. 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