I started my career as a swimsuit model. My first big break in America was 2007, 'Sports Illustrated' Swimsuit Issue.

You can't break Russian people, you know? 'Cos we're made in cold snow. We're very resistant.

'SNL' is our main priority because that was our first big break.

For a while I was on the cover of every Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue, which was regarded as the pinnacle of success in America.

I decided this would be the big break.

While I can always use a break from the gym, I like to swim and dive to keep myself feeling good.