The 35-year-old 'Dancing with the Stars' co-host responds to criticism over her sauna stretching video, advocating for body positivity and gender equality.
- July 5, 2024
AceShowbiz - Julianne Hough, the 35-year-old "Dancing with the Stars" co-host, has faced backlash for an Instagram Reel in which she stretched in a bikini while in a sauna. Despite the negative comments, Hough remains confident, sharing that she simply recorded the video spontaneously because she liked how it looked.
In an interview with PEOPLE, Hough also highlights the societal double standard regarding the portrayal of female and male bodies online. She emphasizes that while men can freely display their physiques in similar settings, it's often criticized when women do so.
Undeterred, Hough refuses to let the comments affect her self-esteem and body image. She emphasizes her pride in her body and her intention to continue wearing swimsuits throughout the fall.
Hough also discusses the health benefits of using the sauna and stretching, which helps keep her muscles loose.
In partnership with Blender Bites, Hough promotes their Superberry Sport 1-Step Smoothie, which supports muscle recovery for active individuals like herself. The article concludes by noting Hough's plans to learn proper swimming form and her belief in body positivity for women and men alike.
