Tracy Anderson

Pixiequeen · 01-14-11, 06:17 PM

Anyone seen the results that people are getting on her facebook page they are amazing. I also like the fact that everyone is all different ages, and have challenges to overcome (like kids) in order to get in a workout. What is everyones opinions on this method? 2hrs seems like a lot of working out in one day but people on her facebook page seem to be getting it all in in one day. Some of them have 4 or 5 children.

daisysunshine · 01-14-11, 06:20 PM

I can honestly say - [not doing the bootcamp/TAM method]. I try to aim for 2 hours a day. (straight). It's 1 hr balletbody/just b method podclasses, 1/2 hr stretch 1/2 hr cardio. and then it's done. the days I can't do 2 hrs in a chunk I try to get it done in the evenin time.

but then I like to exercise so i do it

I think it's really possible but it does take a lot of planning and comittment to exercise that long.

shoegoddess · 01-14-11, 06:31 PM

I'm thinking of doing a TA rotation starting next week. I have the PDS I-II-III, Mat Workout and PP Workout. Cardio will be a stationary bike. I don't have the time or energy to devote 2 hrs a day. I'm going to aim for a TA workout plus maybe an add on cardio 3-4 days a week and then a straight cardio session 1-2 times a week. Back in the 80's I did only floor work and stationary bike and my legs were the thinnest they have ever been. Of course I was in my 30's and weighted like 108

ellenalesa · 01-14-11, 07:14 PM

My plan is to get to B&N this weekend. Can anyone tell me what bootcamp is like? How many calories a day? 2 hours of exercise? How long does it last, 30 days, right?

Pixiequeen · 01-14-11, 07:44 PM

The calories are very low, so I will not be attempting this diet since I am currently still breast feeding. You do the muscular structure for 1hr and than the dance cardio after for 1hr. People have been getting amazing results with or without the diet. I am going to work up to it I just started really working out since having my second child 3 months ago, so I have been doing Montenegro Method, Turbo Fire, and Tonique 4 days a week for 30min. Next week I am going to start doing an hour of working out and increase from there. I think in a couple of months I will be able to incorporate a little TA, but I know I will never be able to do the diet, way to restrictive for me.

DebbieRN · 01-14-11, 08:20 PM

Cindy,

I have the same five TA DVDs and received a Schwinn exercise bike from Santa for cardio, so I'm thinking along the same lines as you. I need to work on my bone density and muscle mass, so won't be following her diet.

I'm focusing on endurance, not necessarily strength, and the longer workouts are helping me build that. I have joint issues, so do what I can. On good days the weights and kettlebells come out but if I could only do barre and TA/dance stuff, I'd be happy. My bones would probably not be though, so all in moderation.

Debbie

txfitmom · 01-14-11, 09:33 PM

If anyone is interested some of us are currently doing a TA 30 Day Challenge right now.
Check us out at: http://forum.videofitness.com/showthread.php?t=159423

Ya'll can come on over and ask us guinea pigs questions, we are all learning as we go. Some of us are doing all of TA's stuff dance, muscular structure work, etc, and some of us are doing other things for cardio.

Right now, my muscular structure work (I am in sequence 1 in the book right now) is only taking me around 20-30 minutes. I can only do so many reps right now (around 15-20) per exercise so it goes a little quicker. As you add more reps then I can see it taking longer, but really the first sequence is pretty efficient. When you get to sequence 2 and 3, I can definitely see that taking longer...there are definitely more challenging exercises and I think more exercises as well.

Also, you don't absolutely have to do 60 minutes of cardio every day. I am trying to get to that goal, but some days I only manage 30 minutes of cardio...something is better than nothing. I feel like I am getting the most results from her muscular structure work anyway. I am also combining her exercises with P57 and a few heavier weights workouts.

As far as her diet, I feel it is pretty extreme. I am following my own plan that is not as low in calories and has more protein...I say do whatever floats your boat...you can still get results.

So, anyone care to join us for the TA torture?

fitmummy · 01-14-11, 10:46 PM

it is a torture/you deprive your bosy from real nutrients/when i went to her class she cant stop talking about her jars and promoting unhealthy lifestyle/her workouts are good but she has no background and knowledge/ one opf the women almost fainted after her jar diet/no comments

furmomof6 · 01-15-11, 07:43 AM

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01-14-11, 06:17 PM
Pixiequeen Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Canton, Georgia	Tracy Anderson Anyone seen the results that people are getting on her facebook page they are amazing. I also like the fact that everyone is all different ages, and have challenges to overcome (like kids) in order to get in a workout. What is everyones opinions on this method? 2hrs seems like a lot of working out in one day but people on her facebook page seem to be getting it all in in one day. Some of them have 4 or 5 children.

01-14-11, 06:20 PM
daisysunshine Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: on my yoga mat	I can honestly say - [not doing the bootcamp/TAM method]. I try to aim for 2 hours a day. (straight). It's 1 hr balletbody/just b method podclasses, 1/2 hr stretch 1/2 hr cardio. and then it's done. the days I can't do 2 hrs in a chunk I try to get it done in the evenin time. but then I like to exercise so i do it I think it's really possible but it does take a lot of planning and comittment to exercise that long. __________________ Set your intention and go for it! Tracy Effinger ...right now you're saying, no i can't do this. you should know by now i don't train that way - Dasha Libin offering the two tracey mallet dance workouts, pm me.

01-14-11, 06:31 PM
shoegoddess Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: So. California	I'm thinking of doing a TA rotation starting next week. I have the PDS I-II-III, Mat Workout and PP Workout. Cardio will be a stationary bike. I don't have the time or energy to devote 2 hrs a day. I'm going to aim for a TA workout plus maybe an add on cardio 3-4 days a week and then a straight cardio session 1-2 times a week. Back in the 80's I did only floor work and stationary bike and my legs were the thinnest they have ever been. Of course I was in my 30's and weighted like 108 __________________ CINDY I'm not a typical grandma! Body by Cathe, Chalene and Dr. Niccole -Me A woman is like a tea bag. You never know how strong she is until she gets into hot water -Eleanor Roosevelt Well-behaved women seldom make history -Laurel Thatcher Ulrich Women are Angels And when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly....on a broomstick...we are flexible like that -White Witch Gotta love Maxine: http://forum.videofitness.com/pictur...&pictureid=230

01-14-11, 07:14 PM
ellenalesa Join Date: May 2004	Don't have book yet, what is TA Bootcamp like? My plan is to get to B&N this weekend. Can anyone tell me what bootcamp is like? How many calories a day? 2 hours of exercise? How long does it last, 30 days, right?

01-14-11, 07:44 PM
Pixiequeen Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Canton, Georgia	The calories are very low, so I will not be attempting this diet since I am currently still breast feeding. You do the muscular structure for 1hr and than the dance cardio after for 1hr. People have been getting amazing results with or without the diet. I am going to work up to it I just started really working out since having my second child 3 months ago, so I have been doing Montenegro Method, Turbo Fire, and Tonique 4 days a week for 30min. Next week I am going to start doing an hour of working out and increase from there. I think in a couple of months I will be able to incorporate a little TA, but I know I will never be able to do the diet, way to restrictive for me.

01-14-11, 08:20 PM
DebbieRN Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Los Angeles, CA	Cindy, I have the same five TA DVDs and received a Schwinn exercise bike from Santa for cardio, so I'm thinking along the same lines as you. I need to work on my bone density and muscle mass, so won't be following her diet. I'm focusing on endurance, not necessarily strength, and the longer workouts are helping me build that. I have joint issues, so do what I can. On good days the weights and kettlebells come out but if I could only do barre and TA/dance stuff, I'd be happy. My bones would probably not be though, so all in moderation. Debbie

01-14-11, 09:33 PM
txfitmom Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Texas	If anyone is interested some of us are currently doing a TA 30 Day Challenge right now. Check us out at: http://forum.videofitness.com/showthread.php?t=159423 Ya'll can come on over and ask us guinea pigs questions, we are all learning as we go. Some of us are doing all of TA's stuff dance, muscular structure work, etc, and some of us are doing other things for cardio. Right now, my muscular structure work (I am in sequence 1 in the book right now) is only taking me around 20-30 minutes. I can only do so many reps right now (around 15-20) per exercise so it goes a little quicker. As you add more reps then I can see it taking longer, but really the first sequence is pretty efficient. When you get to sequence 2 and 3, I can definitely see that taking longer...there are definitely more challenging exercises and I think more exercises as well. Also, you don't absolutely have to do 60 minutes of cardio every day. I am trying to get to that goal, but some days I only manage 30 minutes of cardio...something is better than nothing. I feel like I am getting the most results from her muscular structure work anyway. I am also combining her exercises with P57 and a few heavier weights workouts. As far as her diet, I feel it is pretty extreme. I am following my own plan that is not as low in calories and has more protein...I say do whatever floats your boat...you can still get results. So, anyone care to join us for the TA torture?

01-14-11, 10:46 PM
fitmummy Join Date: Mar 2009	it is a torture/you deprive your bosy from real nutrients/when i went to her class she cant stop talking about her jars and promoting unhealthy lifestyle/her workouts are good but she has no background and knowledge/ one opf the women almost fainted after her jar diet/no comments

01-15-11, 07:43 AM
furmomof6 Join Date: Jun 2009	* __________________ Christine My shop wordforthesoulart.etsy.com "For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come" (1 Timothy 4:8)