Gene Tunney Quotes

Gene Tunney — American Athlete born on May 25, 1897, died on November 07, 1978

James Joseph "Gene" Tunney was an American professional boxer and the world heavyweight champion from 1926–28. Having defeated Jack Dempsey twice, first in 1926 and then in 1927, Tunney's successful title defense against Dempsey remains one of the most famous bouts in boxing history and is known as The Long Count Fight. Tunney retired as an undefeated heavyweight after his victory over Tom Heeney in 1928. Tunney was named Ring magazine fighter of the year in 1928... (wikipedia)

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

Exercise should be regarded as tribute to the heart.

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

Fat is one of the chief enemies of the heart because it has to be plentifully supplied with blood and thus needlessly increases the pumping load that the heart must sustain.

If all human lives depended upon their usefulness - as might be judged by certain standards - there would be a sudden and terrific mortality in the world.

Gene Tunney Quotes

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