Gene Tunney Quotes

Ever since boyhood I've made a religion of keeping in shape by regular, conscientious exercise.

The greatest fighter I ever saw

Though I was not a belligerent kid, I do not think I ever passed up a good opportunity to fight.

Exercise should be regarded as tribute to the heart.

In youth, we get plenty of exercise through games and running around, but as middle life approaches, we settle down, literally and figuratively.

I did six years of planning to win the championship from Jack Dempsey.

I've seen Dempsey fight and I was impressed with his lack of knowledge.

A boxer must exercise and develop every part of his body.

One half-conscious thought was burned in my mind: stay on your feet.

Never eat less than four hours before boxing. Then eat only lightly.

A concave chest means that your diaphragm is sagging.

To enjoy the glow of good health, you must exercise.

The man who has allowed his body to deteriorate cuts a pitiful figure - chest collapsed, stomach protruding.

Handball, swimming, running, jumping, basketball, and boxing were as much a part of me as breathing.

My own ambition in the ring had always been skillful boxing, speed and defense - on the order of Mike Gibbons.