"Body Party" is the title of a song on <a href=/articles/2012/11/ciara-playlist>Ciara</a>'s recently released eponymous album, and just one instance of the R&ampB singer using her undeniably toned and sexy physique as fodder for her music. And who could blame her. She took a break from her busy touring schedule to give us insight into how she sculpts it.Best insider tip she's gotten from a trainer or nutritionist: The importance of nutrition in sculpting the body. It's just as important as the actual workout. Favorite healthy meal: Steak, broccoli, and sweet potatoes from Long Horn. Latest obsession: Driving myself. I love getting behind the wheel and having that freedom. What totally relaxes her: Music by <a href=http://www.sade.com target=_blank>Sade</a> and candles from <a href=http://www.diptyqueparis.com/ target=_blank></a><a href=http://www.diptyqueparis.com/ target=_blank>Diptyque</a>. <img src=https://furthermore-cdn.equinox.com/Mag/2013/10/ciara/ciara-medium1.jpg> Book on her bedside table: At the moment, <a href=http://www.amazon.com/The-Butler-A-Witness-History/dp/1476752990 target=_blank>The Butler</a> by Wil Haygood.Where she feels most at home: Atlanta is my home. Being back there with my family makes me feel most at home. Best vacation she's ever taken: I recently went on vacation to the <a href=http://www.imantaresorts.com/ target=_blank>Imanta Resort Punta De Mita</a> on the northern end of Banderas Bay [in Mexico]. Style icon: Sade—classic, simple elegance with strength. Three things still on his bucket list: To go on a safari in Tanzania, do an interview with Oprah, and make a billion dollars [laughs]. Who has made her feel star struck or tongue-tied: Speaking to Michael Jackson. Number one reason for taking care of her body: To be as healthy as possible in order to live a long life and be able to do what I love, which is to perform. How her fitness/eating routine changed over the years: I don't work out as rigorously as I used to. Because I dance so much, I burn a lot of calories. How she prepared for her latest album release: I try to eat as healthy as possible, drink a lot of water and sleep when I can.

Q&A with Ciara 

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