Cheryl Burke Reveals Lack Of Upper Body Strength

Cheryl Burke, known for her performances on "Dancing With The Stars," admitted to struggling with upper body strength.

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She added that she was about to film a type of workout with her friend.

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The dancer noted that the exercise was called barred and required upper body strength.

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Burke emphasized the role of dancing as a vital resource for maintaining her mental health.

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She also shared a tutorial video for a short dance routine on her Instagram page.

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She noted that the priority was mental health over perfection.

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She posted several pictures of herself on a scooter looking healthy.

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She noted that she had been receiving questions about how she was doing lately.

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She acknowledged that some days were a struggle but expressed pride in finding solace and connection with her true self.

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