AFL legend Ben Cousins opens up on Dancing With The Stars experience

AFL legend Ben Cousins has opened up about his time on reality TV show Dancing With The Stars, saying his experience served as a life reminder to not “play it safe”.

The former West Coast Eagles champion took to Instagram on Friday with a video to reflect on his time on the Channel 7 hit show.

The heartwarming video showed snippets of Cousins and his dancing partner Siobhan Power all smiles while they enjoyed their time on the show.

The 46-year-old revealed he did “fall in love” with the way all the pro dancers moved and admired the “freedom” they had when they danced.

“After no longer dancing for a living @dancingau I’ve had some time to look back at one of ‘The times of my life’!” the post was captioned.

“Never could I have imagined the places it took me, the people I met, the connection between my body and mind, the constant laughs - so grateful.

“Such a reminder for me in life to not play it safe... keep an open mind, try new things. I will live differently because of this experience.”

The father of two went on to thank everyone involved in the show, including Ms Power.

“To @siobhanlpower my incredible and patient dance partner... Thank you for walking me into your world and helping me discover a real passion ....and for your friendship,” he said.

Unfortunately, the duo didn’t make it past the semi-finals, but Cousins isn’t going to let that stop him from continuing his dancing journey.

“And finally... I continue to live by the presumption my best dancing is still ahead of me...” he said.