Stevens: 'I'm in better shape than ever'

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Popstar Rachel Stevens has claimed that appearing on Strictly Come Dancing has done "wonders" for her physique.

Stevens revealed that she had already reduced her figure to a size 10 during training for the show, which has caused difficulties for the programme's costume department.

"Being in Strictly is a dream come true and has done wonders for my figure and general fitness," the S Club 7 singer told Heat.

"I'm in better shape than ever and it's so much more fun than going to the gym!"

A source added: "Rachel has slimmed down a lot. Wardrobe have had a nightmare - they're doing constant refits because her body shape's changed so much."