David Muir’s Healthy Lifestyle: The Simple Pleasures that Show What It Means to Be a True TV Host
Despite his busy schedule as one of the most respected figures in journalism, David Muir, 51, proves that true greatness goes beyond the newsroom. Known for his polished professionalism on “ABC World News Tonight,” Muir has a side that is both simple and deeply connected to his roots — a side that shows just how important it is to maintain balance and cherish the little things in life.
In a recent interview with PEOPLE, Muir opened up about his love for the outdoors, revealing that despite his demanding career, he always makes time to embrace the natural world. “I’d say my most comfortable element is being outside, covered in mud like this weekend,” Muir shared after his Memorial Day trip to his hometown in upstate New York. He described the weekend as a moment of pure joy: “It was pouring rain, and I loved every second of it.”
This down-to-earth side of Muir contrasts with the polished TV persona many know, but it also highlights a sense of authenticity and humility that seems to run through his life. A passionate lover of nature, Muir spends quality time outdoors, often running with his German short-haired pointer, and taking in the beauty of the world around him.
During his weekend retreat, Muir recounted an amusing moment: “The biggest event of the weekend was discovering there was a beaver who had begun to build a dam inside the little boathouse,” he laughed. “So I spent more time at nightfall standing on the dock with the dog who was waiting for a glimpse of this beaver coming out of the boathouse than I did doing anything else.”
What truly fuels Muir’s love for nature, however, is his connection to his childhood. “When you’re out there on the lake, smelling the same air that you smelled when you were on your BMX bike back when you were a kid, there’s something really fueling about that and connected about it. You just feel like you’re home again,” he reflects. “I couldn’t have been happier.”
This simple, yet profound experience shows Muir’s romantic side — someone who, despite his fame and high-profile job, still finds solace in the familiar, the nostalgic, and the natural beauty that surrounds him. It’s in these moments, when he’s not in front of the cameras, that he truly feels like himself: grounded, content, and reconnected to the simpler joys of life.
In a world where fame can often distance people from their roots, David Muir’s ability to embrace such humble and grounding experiences speaks volumes about his true character. It is, in many ways, a reminder that no matter how high you soar, taking time to appreciate the beauty around you is what truly makes life meaningful.
