Actor Jennifer Aniston is unusually direct about the work behind her fit physique. Rather than brushing off her training routine, the 57-year-old has long embraced structured exercise, and a new clip with trainer Dani Coleman offers another look at that discipline. In the video, Aniston performs a demanding plank-to-pike move on gliders with alternating reaches, a combination that calls for control, balance, and upper-body strength. According to Hello Magazine, the exercise is part of the PVOLVE method Aniston follows as part of her regular training.
Dani Coleman Explains Jennifer Aniston’s Plank Focus
Coleman said Jennifer Aniston’s sessions often include different plank variations because they deliver strength without adding unnecessary impact. "Jen and I love to play with different plank variations. Instead of rushing through reps, we focus on the muscles doing the work, which creates deeper activation and helps build strength without unnecessary strain on the joints," said Dani Coleman according to Hello Magazine. That approach points to a slower, more deliberate training style. It is less about speed and more about engaging the right muscles through each phase of the movement.
Antonietta Vicario Breaks Down the Full-Body Move
PVOLVE Chief Training Officer Antonietta Vicario explained that the exercise begins in a high plank with the feet placed on gliders, then shifts into a pike by drawing the feet toward the hands before returning to plank. The alternating reach increases the difficulty because the body must resist twisting while one hand leaves the floor. That means the move trains strength, stability, and coordination at the same time. It also demands control from head to toe, with the core leading the action and the upper body working hard to keep the position steady.
Tara Riley Says the Exercise Targets More Than Abs
Fitness professional Tara Riley said the move works far beyond the midsection. The abdominals play a major role, including the rectus abdominis, transverse abdominis, and obliques, but the shoulders, chest, triceps, and upper back are also heavily involved. At the top of the pike, the hamstrings and calves get a stretch as well. The gliders add another layer because they force the body to stabilize continuously instead of relying on momentum. That makes the exercise both efficient and intense, especially when each repetition is performed with clean form.
Beginner Option Offers a Safer Starting Point
For anyone intimidated by the move, trainers say there is a more accessible version. Riley recommends a plank-to-hover variation, where the knees bend and glide underneath the hips instead of lifting into a full pike. This option helps people who lack hamstring flexibility or shoulder stability build the same pattern in a simpler way. Coleman also stressed that long workouts are not required for results. "Even in 10 to 15 minutes, that kind of focused training can be incredibly effective and help build consistency in your movement practice, which is crucial," Dani Coleman told Hello Magazine.
