About Martina McBride: Martina Mariea Schiff is an American country music singer, songwriter, and record producer. She is known for her soprano singing range and her country pop material.
I have a really amazing fan club, it's contemporary but it's a little bit old school. There's a lot of connection. I have a fan club president who really responds to people.
The best part is seeing my kids grow and become individuals, and the fact that they're happy and well-adjusted.
Honestly, I just have to do what's right for me, and what I would tell people is what I believe, which is that tolerance is very important.
I like the creativity of planning a party, or cooking and taking care of people, creating a memorable meal or event.
My older brother was into Creedence Clearwater Revival and ZZ Top, and my sister was into pop radio. So somewhere along the line, I got into Ozzy Osbourne, REO Speedwagon, Heart, Pat Benetar, Journey.
I think that being thrown into instant fame must be, at times, difficult.
Some days I do well and I eat really healthfully. But I don't think we should deprive ourselves of anything, so some days I indulge and give in to cravings.
I definitely feel a difference about my place in the industry. I feel like I have some longevity now.
I find that putting my makeup on and playing with different looks is really relaxing for me before the show.
It's hard to say no to your kid. It's hard for them to stomp off and not be happy with you for an hour.
I believe everything in moderation. But breakfast is important. I have two hard-boiled or scrambled eggs with whole-wheat toast and try to get some fruit in there.
I do yoga, lunges, crunches, things like that for 40 minutes twice a week. For cardio I usually do the elliptical, treadmill or walking.
The way you look is so dependent on the way you take care of yourself.
I wish I could do an entire spa day.
I wanted to make a record that people could put on year after year after year, and it would never feel dated.
It's always nice to be thought of.
I find that putting my make-up on and playing with different looks is really relaxing for me before the show. It kind of helps me make that transition from 'mommy' to 'performer,' or star or whatever you want to call it!
At the beginning of every week, I like to sit down and figure out what I'm going to make. I probably try at least two new recipes a week. But I have my standbys - jambalaya, meatloaf and mashed potatoes.
I always have apples and fruit in the house. It's easier to eat something healthy if it's within reach. I also have yogurt, cheese and crackers, and raw almonds.
I don't really have any kind of rigorous or definite routine before I go onstage. I like to eat at least an hour or two before I go on. If I can't do that, I just wait until after. I try and drink lots of water before I go onstage.
