SELF’s November issue features Footloose (and Dancing with the Stars) beauty, Julianne Hough. She talks fitness, dancing and Seacrest.
Here are some quotes from the interview:
“There is something so rewarding about dancing. It’s almost spiritual-you let loose, you feel free, you get endorphins from the exercise. Acting is like free therapy! Trying to make people laugh or cry can be inspiring. Dancing and acting satisfy me in different ways.”
“I feel sexy when I’m taking care of myself and not depriving myself.”
“Rollerblading is a serious leg workout! When I have a day off, I want to be outside-unless I’m on my bed with my dogs watching an SVU marathon!
“I vary my workouts every day because, otherwise, I get bored. I always try to run for 20 to 40 minutes on the beach first. Six days a week is fantastic, but four is great, too.”
My go-to pre-bikini flat-ab move is the plank, all different types.
“I grew up mountain biking in Utah, and I’ve been doing it more recently since working in Miami. I crave danger. I find going fast exhilarating! I adore snowboarding, skiing and skydiving.” self’s note: Love it, but wear a helmet, please!
“A couple of years ago, my dad asked me if, when I’m on the road by myself, no boyfriend, no family, no dogs to comfort me, I am happy with who I am. That stuck with me. If you don’t know yourself, you can’t really love anybody. Today, I am really happy with who I am and feel like I’m in the right place. I’d met Ryan many times over the years, but we got together at the right time.”
“My siblings and I had a family band and performed around Utah as White Lightning. People called us the Blond Osmonds! I loved it. If I’m not busy, I feel like I’m not doing enough. And I’m a pleaser. It’s my Julianne syndrome. I’m trying now to learn how to say no to certain things.”
“My brother, Derek, is the best dancer, but Tom Cruise gives him a run for his money!”