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"Parentage is a very important profession, but no test of fitness for it is ever imposed in the interest of the children."

"Yes, I mean, I used to be into the big bulk thing, and that's why my legs look like those of a cyclist instead of a shooter's, but I think there is a point to where too much is not a good thing. I think I try to lower my center of gravity by doing a lot of legs."

"Clearly, society has a tremendous stake in insisting on a woman's natural fitness for the career of mother: the alternatives are all too expensive."

"My Daddy liked physical fitness and wanted me to be a prizefighter."

"Now I say that if you run more than 15 miles a week, it's for something other than aerobic fitness. Once you pass 15 miles, you do not see much further improvement."

"Overall, I think I'm in pretty good shape, but I'm not really someone that is gung-ho or a fitness fanatic."
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"Another inspiration that has helped me get through has been Lance Armstrong's story. My cancer is not nearly as bad as his, but I believe in staying motivated and keeping as fit as you can."

"For a couple of days after chemotherapy, food tastes really bland, even the best foods. I haven't been sick, but have been a little tired. I haven't lost any weight."

"I am living in Norway, where I am under the care of the best cancer doctor in Norway and I can be closer to my family."

"I tried to keep it secret, but the story got into the newspapers. It was more difficult for my family, who couldn't understand why the media wouldn't leave me in peace."

"In terms of fitness and battling through cancer, exercise helps you stay strong physically and mentally."

"You go into the disease as one person and come out of it as a different person. It has changed my perspective on everything. Things that used to upset me no longer do."

"I am about to get involved with the biggest cancer hospital in Norway. They are building a fitness center to work with patients. I will be a consultant."

"What Fred Lebow went through was an inspiration for me. You have to set goals for yourself."
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