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It’s not about weight, it’s about fitness, and one component of being fit is to have relatively low body fat, because fat is not very efficient, whereas muscle is.
The only weights I lift are my dogs.
Training is such a vital part of preparation for a game, you really do train to play. It tops up your ability, like sharpening a carving knife. You can get away with not doing it for a while, as long as you have reached a certain standard of fitness.
I don’t smoke, don’t drink much, and go to the gym five times a week. I live a healthy lifestyle and feel great. I can run a marathon, you know.
You gotta have a body.
I think if you exercise, your state of mind – my state of mind – is usually more at ease, ready for more mental challenges. Once I get the physical stuff out of the way it always seems like I have more calmness and better self-esteem.
You must also give mental and physical fitness priority.
It’s challenging, but you have to at least try to eat right and exercise.
So I’ve broadened the fitness concept to make it one of moderation and balance.
When I do get time, I like to hike and I take lots of vitamins and powders to keep healthy.