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You recently turned your love of dance into a new workout program, DanceFIT-KS.
Why do you think dancing is such a popular workout now?
Volker Fleck
Recently, I have dedicated a lot of time figuring out ways to help people lead healthier lives.
DanceFIT-KS is a dance-inspired fitness experience that I take into hotels, resorts, destination spas and corporations.
It was so much fun!
Any tips for keeping your cool and calming your nerves while competing?
JR is an incredible man.
I love my job!
Nerves and irritation go straight out of the room.
You have a body that so many women envy.
Do you have any tips for working towards a healthy lifestyle?
I make a run at be as healthy as I can.
I eat right, exercise right and take care of my skin.
I truly believe that dancing and the dance-inspired workouts that I do help me stay in shape.
For me, it’s dancing and yoga.
I also love to cycle!
If you only have 15 minutes, what would be the one workout move you would do?
This will test your endurance!
Tell us a little bit about the non-profit, Dance Intervention of AIM, which you created.
AIM stands for Alternative Intervention Models.
It’s an organization that allows me to teach underprivileged kids how to express themselves through the arts.
I love being a part of it!
you could check it out at my website,www.karinasmirnoff.com, or AIM’s website for more information.
What’s your mantra?
Always come from a place of love and be true to yourself.
Treat others the way you want to be treated.
Check out Karina’s behind-the-scenes shots from this week!
Apolo and I did a ton of practicing for this week’s hip hop routine.
Check out those biceps!
It’s definitely not all work and no play during rehearsals.
We have a good time!
