Donny Osmond wins Dancing with the Stars (AP Photo/Adam Larkey)

At 51, Donny Osmond wins Dancing with the Stars (DWTS) 2009. The ABC hit reality show squared off three finalists last evening, Kelly Osbourne, Mya, and Donny Osmond. Donny has been traveling between three states but has been training with Las Vegas fitness trainer Adam Gentz, General Manager of the Strength Center Las Vegas, for most of the year preparing for this moment. Donny states, 

"Health and wellness are very important to me, Adam’s knowledge of personal fitness helps keep me in the best possible shape.  I’m keeping up with kids half my age on Dancing with the Stars.”

So what did Gentz do?
Gentz developed a high intensity, dance specific, workout. Gentz also developed a workout routine specifically for Donny that consisted of explosive plyometrics (that would have the respect of any professional athlete) focusing on core strength, balance, and footwork lasting about an hour at least two times per week. In addition to personal training, Donny’s DWTS dance practices and his Las Vegas Flamingo Hotel show performances provide Donny with additional cardiovascular exercise.

Donny’s diet is very balanced. He consumes predominately lean meats, fruits and veggies, and the occasional protein shake when’s he’s in a hurry. He doesn’t drink caffeine or alcohol.

Donny’s hard work paid off as Carri Ann Inaba exclaimed after his performance, 

                                                       "This is artistry in motion!”

Bruno stated, 

                                 Donny’s a credit to our profession – he’s a true star!”

While traveling Donny continued to perform in his Las Vegas Show at the Flamingo Hotel (the only performer on the hit ABC reality show who continued to work) while competing on DWTS, recorded a new solo album, and working on his first album with Marie for the first time in over 30 yrs. How does he stay sane with this schedule?

Donny's a positive person and surrounded himself around the nicest people. As those close to him call it, "Team Donny" is the best. Gentz states, “His son Don takes care of his website and keeps him connected with his fans. Tina Salmon, his assistant, is a total sweetheart. Last but certainly not least he has unconditional support from his wife Debbie of 30 years and his 5 sons.”

After winning the Discoball trophy Donny exclaimed breathlessly, 

                    “I’ve done a lot of things in my career and this will rank right as one of the top!”

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