‘You don’t need to hit 10k steps’: Rita Ora’s workout philosophy and why less can be more

Rita Ora now opts for low impact strength training as opposed to intense cardio (Primark/PA) -

Rita Ora, 35, has spent more than a decade living at speed. From chart-topping singles and global tours to becoming an X Factor judge and a familiar face on prime-time TV, her career has been defined by momentum. And in an industry where visibility is currency and stamina is key, slowing down is rarely encouraged.

“My friends are always like, wow, you have a day off and you just fill it up with workouts and appointments,” says the I Will Never Let You Down singer, “but honestly, it’s part of my self-care routine.”