Actress and singer Emmy Rossum is best known for her fantastic roles in The Phantom of the Opera and, more recently, Shameless. Rossum has always maintained an extremely balanced approach to fitness and dieting, ensuring that she follows a sustainable approach rather than quick fixes.

She finally revealed the secret behind the routine that helped her maintain her feminine energy, strength, and confidence over the years. Rossum always enjoyed HIIT training and dance cardio. However, she once revealed how she focuses more on strength training when she wants to lose weight quickly. Alongside switching up her workout routine, she focused on her protein and vegetable intake.

“When I want to drop weight quickly, I cut back on my cardio and do a lot of weights instead. I also cut out all fruit and eat a lot of protein and vegetables,” she said to Self magazine.

Her go-to moves, she revealed, are lifting 8-pound weights, four sets of 15 ballet pliés, walking lunges, and leg raises.

One of the most refreshing aspects of Rossum’s philosophy is how gentle she is with herself. She doesn’t believe in torturing her body into restrictive diets or brutal workouts. She even admitted to having two cheat days a week sometimes, opting for steak, fries, and ice cream sundaes.

However, the next day would be a ‘make-up’ day, consisting of one poached egg and one green apple. Balance is key, she revealed. She also shared how she was allergic to gluten, limiting several unhealthy options for her.

Of course, staying fit and healthy isn’t just about intense workouts and dieting, but also proper rest and recovery. She explained the relaxation methods that helped her recharge her mind and body after tough sessions and a long day.

How Emmy Rossum Relaxes and Recovers to Maintain Her Red-Carpet Look

Rossum focuses heavily on getting proper rest and recovery. Her relaxation methods range from napping to bubble baths, keeping her mind and body energized.

As per Women’s Health magazine, Rossum opened up to Byrdie about her love for yoga and bubble baths. She also shared how she tries to abstain from alcohol as much as possible.

“I stay away from alcohol when I'm stressed out,” she said.

“I try to only use alcohol in celebratory environments, and I think that can be something we can reach for as a quick fix for stress, and it actually makes it worse for me the next day. I think it's a Band-Aid, and really you need a yoga class or to take a nap or a bubble bath.”

She also relies on daily activities like low-intensity movements and walking. Furthermore, she is very mindful about her yoga practices, encouraging others to use it as a form of stress reduction.

Rossum’s balanced approach to fitness and dieting is truly refreshing, especially after being bombarded by internet trends and fads.

What are your favorite recovery and relaxation tools after a long day?

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Written by

Avantika Das

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Ashvinkumar Patil