The Olympics Warm-Up
Plus, the Olympic ice skater shares her workout recovery routine.
Twenty-two years, to be exact.
Hawayek went extra hard ahead of her firstOlympics, which began on Feb. 4.
She was typically on the ice for three and a half hours a day, Sunday through Monday.
I also focus on my core values, like creativity and resilience.
Besides ice skating, whats your favorite punch in of workout?
Its like a trifecta in the sense that it strengthens, improves flexibility, andincreases your mind-body awareness.
And it feels really good, too.
I like that its a slower practice that gives me time to focus on my breath.
Is there a bang out of workout you really dislike?
Stationary bike cardio training is not my favorite.
I usually need to find something good on Netflix to get me through.
What do you watch?
Honestly, I’ve been watchingThe Vampire Diaries.
I’m also a diehardTed Lassofan.
That’s the one show I’ve been watching for the last two years on repeat.
How do you recover after a tough workout?
When Im not training, Im recovering.
Speaking of performing, how do you get pumped up before heading out onto the ice?
I listen to house music, something with a good dance beat that I can lose myself in.
What does your skin care routine look like?
I go from one cold environment to another, so my skin needs as much hydration as possible.
I also like theDr.
Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Peels.
Tell me more about your makeup routine!
Do you have any favorite products?
Do you have another hour?
I really likePat McGraths MTHRSHP.
Thats my go-to when I travel for competitions.
Being on the ice is basically like being on a white canvas.
What about when youre training?
But sometimes I do full glam moments for practice.
But I just love it.
Its fun to be creative and play around.
I need to remind myself!
I’m looking at mine right now and I’m behind schedule.
[Laughs] But yeah, it’s motivational and it keeps me accountable.
Now that The Games are here, whats the first thing you want to do after the Olympics?
It really has been a team effort.
This interview has been edited and condensed for clarity.
This article was originally published onFeb.
