Derek Hough has been appearing in millions of American living rooms since 2007, when he made his debut as a professional dancer on Dancing with the stars. He danced for the show until 2016, winning a record six times with his celebrity partners Brooke Burke, Nicole Scherzinger, Jennifer Grey, Kellie Pickler, Amber Riley and Bindi Irwin. In 2020, he was back, returning to the show as a judge alongside Carrie Ann Inaba and Bruno Toniolo.
We recently had the chance to sit down with Hough, 39, for a video interview about what he does to relax, his healthy habits, and (of course) his favorite foods and snacks.
“I don’t eat much on show days, maybe chicken and broccoli,” he says, adding that he keeps his DWTS trailer stocked with protein shakes, protein bars and mixed nuts. As for how he maintains a healthy lifestyle, he tells us it’s all about preparation and planning: “Healthy habits and consistency are key. »
After a long day of recording, Hough admits he unwinds like the rest of us: “I love to relax…I like to come home, snack and stream,” he says, noting that some of his favorite shows currently include House of Dragons, The Rings of PowerAnd The perfect couple (and yes, he loved the viral dance moment at the beginning!).
So what are some of his favorite snacks and foods? “I love spicy foods, [especially] hot wings,” he admits, noting that his wife, Hayley Erbert (a fellow dancer and former DWTS troupe member) is originally from Kansas, so naturally, the couple loves treating themselves to some good Southern barbecue. As for snacks, he’s a fan of chips and salsa, pretzels, popcorn, and chocolate, just to name a few.
Of course, these delicious foods can also cause unpleasant side effects, including life-threatening heartburn. That’s why Hough recently partnered with Pepcid. After a few too-hot wings, he turns to Pepcid Max Iced Fresh Mint for fast heartburn relief that provides an instant cooling sensation.
Watch our full video interview with Hough below and find out which one DWTS pro, he would choose to find himself stranded on a desert island, what he thinks of the candidates of season 33 (so far!), and with which comrade DWTS judges that he would prefer to have a cook made for him.
As for whether fans can expect any behind-the-scenes romances this season, Hough teases, “We might go to some shows!”
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Justine Goodman
Justine Goodman is the editor-in-chief of Eat This, Not That!, responsible for all editorials for the brand. She is an established writer, editor and content strategist with over 17 years of experience in the men’s and women’s lifestyle space. Learn more about Justine
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