Champion Aussie athlete Sally Pearson can still remember how many paces to take in between hurdles, but these days, the retired queen of the track can be found counting the steps needed for the cha-cha-cha.
Swapping her running spikes for dance heels, the Olympic gold medallist is thrilled to be taking part in the new season of Dancing with the Stars. Sally, 36, says she is eager to prove she’s more than just a running machine.
“I get to fulfil one of my lifelong dreams! I’ll let you in on a secret … I’ve wanted to be a part of [the show] since 2004 when it first began,”
