Kelly Ripa’s family has always been mindful of their cholesterol levels. That’s why healthy eating and regular exercise are parts of their everyday routine. In an interview with Fitness magazine, Ripa raved about a new fitness training regimen she discovered while in New York. It’s called Physique 57, and Ripa says “It has transformed my body in ways I never thought possible.” She notes that she feels longer and leaner after just five days worth of classes.

The Physique 57 gym was founded by Tanya Becker. She was trained in the exercise regimen by renowned ballerina Lotte Berk and her orthopedist. Becker has adapted the training she recevied into a steamlined exercise program that focuses on adding more strength and stamina building, exercise variety, and customized music.

The Physique 57 method is a two-part cardiovascular program that combines isometric exercises with orthopedic stretches. The process is called Interval Overload, and the goal is to use isometric interval training to target and overload muscles after which it is stretched to provide relief. An isometric exercise is a type of strength training where static contractions are involved. For example, Physique 57 uses your own body weight to provide resistance. This serves to increase strength in a specific body part (joint angle).

Ripa has seen many benefits after taking regular classes. The benefits of the Physique 57 program are a sculpted physique, improved cardio, increased strength and flexibility, and better core conditioning. Physique 57 recommends taking 3-4 classes a week to see significant results. It is normal to have sore or stiff muscles after the classes. These are alleviated through the ortophedic stretches, but is entirely normal. It just means that the program is effective at targeting your muscles.

Physique 57 also carries its own line of exercise apparel and merchandise. Some shopping is a perfect way to relax after a hard day’s worth of exercise!