Oti Mabuse Celebrates Fitness Journey and Shares Exciting Strictly Come Dancing Update

Oti Mabuse, the dancer and TV star, received applause from Gemma Atkinson as she provided an update on her fitness journey since becoming a mother, and also teased fans with a cheeky Strictly Come Dancing update.

Oti recently shared her struggles with getting back into shape after welcoming her first child last year. She expressed her desire to return to working out three to four times a week but admitted it has been challenging. “It’s hard,” she said, questioning whether her fitness will ever be the same.

Oti and her husband Marius Lepure welcomed their daughter on Christmas Day, following her premature birth, which came as a “big shock.” Now, Oti has posted a fresh video on Instagram, showing her intense gym session with personal trainer Justin Thomas-Verweij, as per reports Manchester Evening News.

In the video, the Dancing on Ice star is seen performing various weight and floor exercises. “Back in the groove with @justinthomas1,” Oti wrote in the caption. “Loved every moment of our training sessions and embracing the strength of my body now more than ever. Here’s to new goals and pushing limits together! The strength of my body has completely altered so I’m enjoying starting from scratch and building up again. I know I have to be patient with myself and that’s been the key to all of it! The journey #FitnessJourney #WorkoutWithOti #StrongerEveryDay.”

Gemma Atkinson, who has also been documenting her fitness journey after welcoming her second child with fiancé Gorka Marquez last July, was quick to respond with enthusiasm, cheering, “Yeaaahhhh,” along with a string of clapping emojis.

Strictly star Jowita Pryzstal also showed her support, writing, “Go girl !!!!!” Former celebrity dance partner Anthony Ogogo added, “We’ve got to do a workout together @ogogofitness.”

Oti’s fans and followers were eager to offer their encouragement. @fitmumsberkshire commented, “You got this mama.” @meganvdberg echoed, “You got this!!” @sunshinelucky7 advised, “Take it easy, you will be fine as time goes on. Just be kind and generous to your body because it has grown into a beautiful human being. Just take it easy and do what you can, slowly by slowly. You will get there. Keep it up!”

In addition to her fitness journey, Oti revealed she is still involved with Strictly Come Dancing despite quitting as a professional dancer on the show in 2022. She was behind one of the epic professional routines performed during last year’s season of the BBC One dance contest.

Oti hinted at her continued involvement with a new routine for this year’s show. In a video posted to her Instagram Story, she said, “Just finished doing the Strictly choreography that I’m choreographing and it’s either just too hard or I’m just very unfit because I can’t breathe!” She then laughed and took some deep breaths.

Oti Mabuse’s journey is a testament to her resilience and passion, both in her fitness endeavors and her contributions to the dance world. Fans are excited to see what she has in store for this season of Strictly Come Dancing.