All puffed out: Abbey Crouch gets her nicotine fix after finishing a workout at her local gym 

By Jason Chester

Published: 12:47 EST, 21 August 2013 | Updated: 02:50 EST, 22 August 2013


One suspects the woman strolling by Abbey Crouch’s side on Thursday probably wasn’t her personal trainer.

Indeed, the female friend didn’t bat an eyelid as the WAG pulled out a pack of cigarettes and sparked up – shortly after leaving her local gym.

Abbey has been getting herself in shape as she prepares for her imminent appearance on Strictly Come Dancing after signing a lucrative contract worth a reported £35,000 a week.

Abbey Crouch sucks on a cigarette shortly after working out at a local gym in North London

Puffed up: Abbey Crouch sucks on a cigarette shortly after working out at a local gym in North London

Having relocated to London while she practices her foxtrot, the Liverpool born model headed to the gym for a brisk work-out this week before linking up with a pal for a stroll in Primrose Hill.

Dressed in a black gym vest, lycra leggings and trainers, Abbey hungrily sucked on her cigarette after leaving a nearby café, where she was spotted checking messages on her phone while they sat at an outdoor table.

The pair appeared to have plenty to talk about as Abbey got her nicotine fix, a plastic bag of shopping slung over one arm.

Abbey Crouch gets her nicotine fix while her pal checks messages on her mobile phone

I'll huff and I'll puff: Abbey Crouch gets her nicotine fix while her pal checks messages on her mobile phone

The 27-year-old model has been working out ahead of her forthcoming appearance on Strictly Come Dancing, but couldn't resist a cheeky smoke after leaving the gym this week
What would Brucie say: The 27-year-old model has been working out ahead of her forthcoming appearance on Strictly Come Dancing, but couldn't resist a cheeky smoke after leaving the gym this week

What would Brucie say: The 27-year-old model has been working out ahead of her forthcoming appearance on Strictly Come Dancing, but couldn't resist a cheeky smoke after leaving the gym this week

Model Abbey gets her nicotine fix during a day out in London with a friend

The WAG with the fag: Model Abbey gets her nicotine fix during a day out in London with a friend

The model was recently spotted enjoying an evening out with husband Peter Crouch in the leafy London district last month – but the pair will be spending plenty of time apart over the next few weeks due to conflicting work commitments.

Beanpole striker Crouch recently kicked off the new season with Stoke City, while Abbey remains away from the Potteries while she readies herself for the rigours of Strictly.

Other stars rumoured to be joining her in the ballroom include rugby star Ben Cohen, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Diane Youdale – better known as former Gladiator Jet – and Desperate Housewife Teri Hatcher.

Abbey appears to have spotted the photographers during her day out this week

I can see you: Abbey appears to have spotted the photographers during her day out this week

Abbey and her pal called into a local cafe for lunch

Resting up: Abbey and her pal called into a local cafe for lunch

‘Abbey is really excited to be appearing on Strictly,’ a source recently told The Mirror. ‘All her family and friends watch it and Peter is being very supportive – he can’t wait to see Abbey in her slinky, sparkly costumes.

‘Obviously living in Cheshire is not ideal when contestants have to train at least five times a week. She and Peter are, therefore, looking to rent a place in London and have their eye on a gorgeous £3 million pad on a very desirable road.’

The source added: ‘Abbey is in fantastic shape but is looking forward to learning new moves and getting even fitter. She’ll be a fantastic contestant.’

The two pals enjoy a chinwag as they stroll through Primrose Hill in North London

Plenty to talk about: The two pals enjoy a chinwag as they stroll through Primrose Hill in North London