Taylor Swift's rigorous workout routine, which helped her prepare for the demanding Eras Tour, has become a source of inspiration for Sarah Snook as she embarks on her Broadway debut. Snook is currently starring in "The Picture of Dorian Gray," where she brings an innovative twist to the stage by playing all 26 characters, including the title role. Swift's unique approach to fitness, which she shared in an interview with Time, has caught the attention of Snook, who has adopted similar strategies to maintain her stamina and strength for the live performances.
Swift began her fitness regimen six months before the first Eras Tour show in March 2023. Her routine included running on a treadmill while singing the full setlist of her tour. This method, which involves running fast for fast songs and jogging or fast walking for slow songs, was described as a "genius idea" by Snook.
"I heard that and thought, 'That's a genius idea,'" said Sarah Snook.
In addition to her treadmill routine, Swift revealed that she adjusted her sleep schedule significantly. She would go to bed at five and sleep until three to ensure she was well-rested for her performances. On her days off, Swift followed a strict regimen of staying in bed except for getting food, which she would eat back in bed.
"I do not leave my bed except to get food and take it back to my bed and eat it there," stated Taylor Swift.
Snook, who signed on to star in "Dorian Gray" when her daughter was just six months old, found Swift's regimen particularly appealing as it aligned with her needs as a new mother. By valuing sleep and nutrition, Snook managed to keep herself healthy for both her role as a parent and her demanding Broadway schedule.
"It's valuing sleep, needing to keep nutrition up, because she's taking a lot of it from breastfeeding. Keeping myself healthy for being a new mom also kept myself healthy for doing this marathon." – Sarah Snook
To emulate Swift's dedication, Snook joked about modeling her fitness regimen after the pop star's health routine. She avoids alcohol and caffeine, prioritizing sleep and working out between shows to maintain endurance.
"No alcohol, no caffeine. Sleep, sleep, sleep, sleep. And I do my lines at pace on a treadmill, you know," Snook explained.
Snook's adaptation of Swift's workout plan highlights the growing intersection between different forms of entertainment and the importance of physical fitness in performance arts. As Snook continues to captivate audiences on Broadway with her portrayal in "The Picture of Dorian Gray," she credits part of her success to the lessons learned from Swift's tour preparation.