Kelsea Ballerini lives a healthy lifestyle without stress or complications. The singer of “Cowboys Cry Too” explained how she stays well both on and off the road.
“It depends on what I’m doing,” Kelsea told E! News in an exclusive interview. She recently finished her latest tour in April. “When I was touring, I stuck to a strict routine. Sleep was my top priority. Everything else came after that. If I didn’t get enough sleep, I couldn’t function the next day.”
Kelsea developed easy habits that help her maintain balance. “I wasn’t too hard on my body because I was active every night, performing on stage for 90 minutes,” the 31-year-old said. She is also the newest brand ambassador for Celsius. “I wore ankle weights, sipped my Celsius drink, and walked around the arena. Every night, I made it a habit to walk up to the highest seat and watch the trucks load the stage.”
When she’s not on tour, Kelsea focuses on Pilates and listens carefully to her body. “Right now, I follow the 80/20 rule,” she explained. “Eighty percent of the time, I am mindful about my health. That means not just eating well and exercising but also taking care of my mental health, my life, and my relationships. The other 20 percent is about having fun.”
This summer, Kelsea plans to try something new: tennis. “I’ve never played before,” she said. “I just ordered a racket and I’m excited to give it a shot.”
Other Stars Share Their Favorite Workouts
Kaley Cuoco
Eight months after giving birth to her daughter Matilda, Kaley enjoys treadmill workouts as part of her postpartum fitness. She told Today.com, “Increasing the incline is great for muscles and circulation. Sometimes, I walk backward too, which really works the legs and glutes.”
Becky G
After a life-changing 2023, Becky credits fitness for her well-being. “The healthiest version of me benefits most from working out,” she said. “If you stick to it, you’ll live longer with this habit than without it.” Her favorite workouts include stretching, home exercises, and walks outdoors.
Kelly Clarkson
Moving to New York City inspired Kelly’s health journey. She told People, “Walking in the city is a great workout. I also love infrared saunas and recently started cold plunges because friends convinced me.”
Julianne Hough
With a busy schedule, Julianne makes time for exercise. “I walk the hills with my dog. That’s important because she needs it too,” she told E! News. “Even short movement sessions matter. When I have more time, I enjoy Kinrgy classes, Pilates, or yoga. I like mixing different workouts.”
Kate Hudson
Kate keeps active every day, even if just for a few minutes. “Sometimes I turn on music and dance,” she shared. “It’s a fun way to relax and feel good.”
DJ Khaled
The record producer enjoys golfing for both fitness and relaxation. He told Us Weekly, “I play every day. I ride the golf cart or walk while handling calls. Being outdoors in the sun and nature refreshes me.”
Lana Condor
Lana loves virtual reality workouts. “We got a VR headset during quarantine, and it’s amazing. Some games really make you sweat, and I often feel sore after playing.”
Padma Lakshmi
Padma’s usual workout is going to the gym, but she is currently taking Pilates online. “I’m also trying to jump rope — 2,000 strokes a day.”
JoAnna Garcia Swisher
Family bike rides are important for JoAnna. She also sets aside time for Pilates and foam rolling.
Janel Parrish
Running with music is Janel’s favorite exercise. “It’s the best way to feel energized while stuck at home.”
Dascha Polanco
Dascha’s workouts mix sex, PRx Performance training, hiking, and biking.
Brooke Burke
Brooke connects with her audience through her fitness app. She live streams cardio workouts that combine music and dance. “Cardio raises your heart rate — if you’re not sweating, you’re not working hard enough,” she said.
Whitney Port
Whitney enjoys Sculpt, Cardio Boxing, and Yoga classes via the obé Fitness App. She also follows Pilates sessions online. When short on time, she does express workouts on Instagram.
Maggie Q
During lockdown, Maggie practices yoga on her own. “I explore many styles, often practicing for two hours.”
Merle Dandridge
Merle’s trainer motivates her with a tough, competitive approach. She completed a six-week online workout program during quarantine. She also loves barre classes and daily yoga.
Rachel Naomi Hilson
Rachel dances in her apartment to different types of music and enjoys hiking.
Paige DeSorbo
Paige’s favorite workout is P.Volve. She streams classes at home and aims to exercise three to four times a week. “It’s great for strengthening and lengthening muscles,” she said.
