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www.MOSTmag.com || FITNESS MAG A ZINE || 15producers of the SAG%u2019s decided to do their own live, two hour, red carpet pre-show they came to me, and it%u2019s been a great fit. The SAG Awards is one of my favorite award shows because it has such a fun and casual atmosphere, and I love that the awards are voted on by other actors. There have been so many fun red carpet moments, but one of my favorites was when I asked Michael Douglas what designer he was wearing and he began taking off layers of clothing to try and find a tag! He%u2019s such a nice guy and so genuine. Another great moment was hearing Matthew McConaughey%u2019s story of the long road to getting the film Dallas Buyers Club made. Did you know the script was turned down 137 times!FMM: What are your responsibilities as the host of the new season of Fit to Hit for the Tennis Channel? Can you please describe your experiences getting tips from pros, trainers, and traveling to tennis hotspots? DD: Fit To Hit has been such a fun and interesting show to work on! Over the last few months I%u2019ve traveled to New York, Florida, Palm Springs, and other locations to meet with tennis greats, trainers, nutritionists, brain health experts, and best-selling authors to find out the secrets to staying fit mentally and physically while improving your tennis game. The best part of the show is that anybody can use this info to improve their fitness level and their tennis game. There%u2019s something for everybody, from your weekend warrior to a pro tennis player. It%u2019s also been exciting to meet, interview, and train with some of the biggest names in tennis like John Isner, Tim Smyczek, and Ryan Sweeting. But I can%u2019t give away everything, you%u2019ll have to watch the show for that!FMM: When you are beginning a new project, how much of a presence does diet and exercise have in planning of your schedule?DD: While shooting Fit To Hit, I was conscious of my diet and exercise routine because it%u2019s a very physically demanding show. I had to make sure I was in good shape and healthy to keep up with all the intense activities. But, in general, I always feel better and have more energy when I%u2019m watching my diet and working out regularly, so I try to incorporate it into my schedule no matter how busy I get or what I%u2019m working on.FMM: Can you describe your workout routine? Do you find that it varies or stays relatively consistent? DD: I like to change up my routine, so I don%u2019t get bored and so my body doesn%u2019t get used to doing the same thing. I%u2019ll usually switch off between boot camp/cardio classes, yoga, and weight training. And I%u2019ll throw in a dance class, beach volleyball, or tennis when I have time.FMM: As an Arizona native, you must miss something from your home state. What are some of your favorite things you look forward to when you go back?DD: I%u2019m a huge Arizona Cardinals fan! And since LA doesn%u2019t have an NFL team I love going back to Arizona to watch the Cardinals play. I was a cheerleader for the Cardinals for four years so I got the best %u201cseat%u201d in the house standing right on the sidelines, but now it%u2019s fun to sit back, relax and watch the game in the stands with a hot dog and a beer. I also miss the sunsets; Arizona has the most beautiful sunsets!FMM: What are your favorite comfort foods that you can%u2019t live without? DD: Cheese! I love a cheese plate, a cheese pizza, or cheese curds%u2026cheese in any form is amazing!FMM: When you travel, what is the short list of items you must bring with you? DD: First, comfort is a must when I%u2019m traveling, especially internationally, so I%u2019ve got to have a big cozy sweater and a pair of socks. Second, I love to read, and having hours of free time on a plane