I think the shape of our bodies has as much to do with the shape of our parents as it does with training.

It's not about weight, it's about fitness, and one component of being fit is to have relatively low body fat, because fat is not very efficient, whereas muscle is.

I enjoy the freedom of modern dance as well as the constraints of classical dance.

I get to the theatre in plenty of time; I prepare my shoes in advance; I eat and drink the right things at the right time. The rest you have to leave to luck!

I do take class because I still dance, and yes, I do slip into class with the Royal Ballet from time to time.

Dancing's not always stressful, but I always make sure that I'm prepared as I can be, both physically, mentally, and practically.

So if the dance is five minutes long, make yourself run for perhaps eight minutes. That way, you over-train and the dance will seem easier.