Alix Earle and her professional dance partner, Val Chmerkovskiy, wowed both the “Dancing With the Stars” judges and fans with their lively cha-cha performance to Britney Spears’ “Circus.” Their routine, featuring a flaming hoop and a whip as props, earned them a score of 13 points.
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Although Earle kept a bright smile throughout the performance, the TikTok star later revealed she may have been hiding more pain than fans realized. She recently shared with her followers how the intense dance training has been taking a toll on her body.
Alix Earle Shares the Real Struggles Behind DWTS
Alix Earle filmed an UN-GRWM (Un-Get Ready With Me) TikTok, giving fans a look at how she relaxes after a long day of “Dancing With the Stars” rehearsals.
I have bruises on my collarbones, my toenail came off during practice today, this is like, one big, swollen bruise. It’s so swollen, I don’t think I can walk.
she shared, pointing to her injuries.
Earle admitted that while the first week was tough, Week 2 hasn’t been any easier. She also acknowledged that she might be taking on more than she can handle.
I’m signing myself up for stuff I have yet to do, There’s some tricks and things that I just can’t do, but I’m like, ‘Oh, I’ll do it, I’m gonna work and get it by next Tuesday.’ I’m starting to doubt myself a little bit, but I’m gonna keep trying.
she explained
I feel like someone put me in a drying machine and just bruised and beat up every part of my body,
she confessed, describing how rough the training has been
Earle’s Late Nights Are Out, Dance and Self-Care Are In
After sharing her struggles, Earle worked on shifting her outlook. Her dog, Asia, had recently undergone surgery, which reminded the “Hot Mess” podcaster that things could be worse. She also recognized how fully committed she had become to her DWTS routine.
Thinking about today, I don’t know the last time in the past three years that I have dedicated this much time to something besides work. I’m always like, ‘I’m busy, I have work, I can’t do it,’ But this has just become my everything.
she said.
I have completely changed my entire life schedule. I go to bed early every night. I really have nothing else going on besides dancing every day. I go to meetings before and after, but just like recovery, taking care of myself. I’ve changed what I’m eating.
Fans filled her comments with suggestions like magnesium and Epsom salt baths. Luckily, her sister Ashtin has also been there to support her, even helping by massaging her hip flexors.
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