Ed Sheeran says he has a strict approach to touring
Los Angeles, Dec 20
English singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran has become more disciplined in his approach to performing. The 34-year-old pop star admits to living an unhealthy lifestyle during his younger years.
However, the singer is now making a conscious effort to live more healthily and ensure that he's ready for the challenge of performing live, reports ‘Female First UK’.
Explaining why he chooses to spend one hour on a massage table after a gig, Ed told Men's Health magazine, "You just want to go to bed or go for a drink with your mates or whatever, but if you don’t do it, you’re just f****** the next day. I can be a guy who can be led quite easily and if I finish a gig and my mates are there, I could go out. So actually having to be in my hotel roomâ€.
“I get the massage and, as soon as the massage is done, I need to go to bed. So it’s great for maintaining my voice, maintaining energy and keeping healthyâ€, he added.
As per ‘Female First UK’, the singer recently rewatched a ten-year-old documentary about his life out tour, and he admits that his routines have changed markedly.
He said, "I played three nights in a row and each morning I’m getting interviewed and they’re like, How was last night? And I was like, 'Oh, I was out until 6am doing tequila shots and smoking cigarettes with this person and doing this and that. Then I’d play a show and it was that seven days a week. But when you watch it and you look at me now, I look 40 in that and I look 24 nowâ€.
The singer has recently found that reformer Pilates is a great way for him to stay healthy while on tour.
He shared, "Reformer is definitely tied into touring. After the show last night, the last thing I want to do today is bench press and deadlift. So this is a really gentle way to still have the same level of exercise and feel like I’ve burnt calories, but I’ve also stretchedâ€.
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Reader Comments
Honestly, this is a bit relatable. In our 20s we think we're invincible, working crazy hours, eating junk, skipping sleep. Then reality hits. Glad he's making changes. Health is wealth, yaar.
Reformer Pilates is a great choice! Low impact but highly effective. It's becoming quite popular in metro cities here too. More sustainable than heavy lifting, especially when you're constantly traveling.
While I admire the discipline, the article feels a bit like a humblebrag about his past partying. The focus should be on the healthy routine, not the "tequila shots until 6am" stories. Just my two cents.
Massage after a gig is smart. In our culture, we understand the value of massage and recovery (think Ayurveda). It's not just luxury, it's necessary maintenance for the body. Hope he comes to tour in India soon!
This is the reality of a global touring artist. The discipline required is immense. It's a good lesson for everyone in high-pressure jobs. Self-care isn't selfish, it's essential to perform your best. ðŸ‘
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