Page 164 - TA Magazine Winter 2022

An introductory workout to the Tracy Anderson Method 2
stand a. Grand plié in second position with arm stretched out over chair back for support
BALLET SE C OND PO SITION PLIÉ

strong
b. Legs straighten

Whether you’re jumpstarting your fitness journey or want to try
something new, this routine—demonstrated by TA Trainer Kandace Hurdle—is for
you. Skip the mat and stand up to try this muscle-engaging workout, which can
be done in the smallest of spaces.
22 If you’re new to the Tracy Anderson Method, start with 15 reps and feel free to switch sides after every movement if you need to. 22
Y ANDERSON WINTER 20 S TANDING SQU AT AND KNEE HIKE 3 Y ANDERSON WINTER 20
You can always build up to finishing the full program with time. If you’re craving a challenge, slip on ankle weights and

and comfortable at every step. Ready, set, get moving.
154 complete 30-40 reps on each leg. No matter what level you’re at, you’ll feel confident a. b. 155
1

4TH PO SITION S TEP FOR WARD AND AR ABESQUE
b. Lift to standing
b. Working hand to chair seat as supporting leg extends arabesque
c. Working leg parallel knee pull working foot return to floor
C a. Legs bend flat back in wide parallel squat position with arm stretched out over chair back for support a. Supporting leg step front to turned out 4th position, with working hand free and supporting hand on chair back C
TRA TRA

a. b. c. a. b.