Ryan Seacrest can do only so much in this life
Ryan Seacrest, 43, is still adjusting to New York, after moving from Los Angeles last year to host “Live” with Kelly Ripa. In addition to the morning TV show, Seacrest hosts a nationally syndicated radio show, produces TV series like “Keeping Up with the Kardashians” and “American Idol,” and runs his own skin care and clothing line. Here’s how he juggles his day.
Morning matcha
I wake up around 6 o’clock. I quickly get ready. For me, it’s a showerandashave.theni’llput a little moisturizer on my face. This is my first time being based innewyorksoitrequireschecking the forecast. But generally, I have a uniform: I get into a pair of sweats, a zip-up hoodie and a T-shirt. Then I put on Uggs.
I go downstairs and I have a matcha tea followed by a coffee. I do matcha to set the tone for my body, because it has so many great things in it.
Trainer to go
Early on, in my late 20s and early 30s, I felt guilty working out during whatever was considered a business hour. I wouldn’t tell people that I went to a workout at noon.
As I grew up, the physical aspect has become an essential component to the balance of intense schedule and intense work. When Kelly and I were in the Bahamas for a “Live” show, I brought a trainer with me to make sure I could keep the same routine.
Most recently, I’ve been boxing with a boxing coach. If anybody ever jumps me, I’m ready. I also use the Peloton bikes before I go to work. And I love to run. I don’t like the treadmill. It’s always fun to run in the park.
Daily download
In the morning, I’ll consume overnight news and watch a bit of television. Then my commute is about seven minutes to work; I live on the Upper East Side. I take a car every morning so I can read on the way.
Learning to triage
I’ve learned, though, that I only have the capacity to engage in so much for certain amount of times. I will only take a phone call interview or other requests after I get through the first half of the day. The afternoon is when I can think about things that are more long term.
This did not necessarily come naturally. I trained myself. I used to think that every incoming question needed to be immediately dealt with. I’ve learned self-discipline. Things can be put into a queue.
Yes man
If you want to be the most successful you, people like to hear yes. They like to hear three words: one is “yes,” and the other two are “got it.” You can tell someone “got it!” and usually life is OK. That’s my favorite reply to any email, “Got it.”
Lives to eat
I’m mostly vegan. I am also a massive foodie. I’m only working to eat well and drink wine. I have to. Otherwise, I would not enjoy life. During the week, it’s impos- sible, but Fridays and Saturdays, it’s fantastic to have a two-hour meal, family style, with a fantastic bottle of wine.
Keep it easy
I worked for Dick Clark for a few years before he passed away. I remember watching him as a kid, and he looked so casual and seamless, as if he was doing everything in the moment.
I asked him about it and he said, “When you’re a broadcaster and host, if every person who watches it thinks you make the job look easy and that it’s not that big of a deal to do it, then you’re doing it well.” That has stuck withme.