Son.Carrie Underwood’s secret to navigating the grueling long days on American Idol wasn’t diva-like demands or lavish vacations—it was a secret blue backpack packed like a life raft.

Long days of filming for a big show like American Idol can last for many hours. Carrie Underwood has a clever way to keep her energy high so she does not get grumpy. She carries a blue backpack filled with everything she needs to stay happy and focused. This bag is her secret weapon for the long days behind the judging table.

Carrie starts by showing off her mints because she does not want to scare away Luke and Lionel after she eats. She also keeps a crochet project to stay busy while sitting in the hair and makeup chair. A small notebook and a pen help her write down ideas about the singers. She admits that snacks are the most important part of her kit.

Carrie is our snack queen. Get ready for a new season of American Idol on January 26 on ABC.

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Viewers really enjoy seeing this side of the superstar. One fan said it is so funny that she carries cheese sticks everywhere. Another person commented that they feel the same way about getting hungry and cranky. Everyone seems to love that a famous singer handles hunger just like a normal person.

Working hard at a job is easier when you take care of your body. Carrie does not just eat snacks to be funny. She does it to fuel her fitness. She uses an app called fit52 that she made to stay strong and healthy year-round. This helps her handle the stress of being a star. It shows that being healthy is a full-time job for her.

12 Card Workout | fit52 Full Body Workout

The fit52 app features a fun workout that uses a deck of cards to pick exercises. Carrie does tough moves like burpees, push-ups, and jump lunges to keep her heart strong. This hard work is why she needs her protein bars and almonds later.

Carrie Underwood shows us that being a star takes a lot of discipline and a few good snacks. You can learn more about her life and music online. Follow Carrie Underwood on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.