Every time someone starts talking about weight, it takes away from the fight. No one is born at that weight. We grew into that weight. It is all about the challenge, more so than the weight.
EVANDER HOLYFIELDWell, number one I like dancing. Number two I knew it would be challenging because I had never done this type of dance before. I always wanted to and I happened to have the courage to go out there and give it my best shot.
More Evander Holyfield Quotes
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A champion shows who he is by what he does.
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The word of God steadies me. He says your trials and tribulations make you who you are. So you can see my whole story in the way I endured and overcame some testing experiences.
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It is not the size of a man but the size of his heart that matters.
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Deep down, I reckon the sweetest moment will come when it’s finally all over. When, at last, I know that I can stop fighting. Of course it’ll also be a little sad. The sweetest moments, y’know, always come with just a little sadness.
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When at a young age you learn to face your fears, that makes the difference between people being champions and people not being champions.
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As far as working out, I know exactly what I’m doing.
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A setback only paves the way for a comeback.
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I’ve had a great life following my faith and my instincts.
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He listens to his trainer real good. He just doesn’t listen to me. I still can’t get him to do nothing.
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Sugar leaves you stranded; I make sure I have the proper amount of protein before I work out.
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We lived in a real rough place but my mother kept me straight.
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My goal is to be the undisputed Heavyweight Champion of the World.
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The cat and mouse game is smart, but people want to see fighters who come to win, or do not wait to go to the judges. When the fight goes all the way, they see the spirit of the person that wants to win.
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When you have a sound mind, you can do what’s necessary.
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Pressure bursts pipes. I thank God for giving me peace of mind to overcome pressure. The difference between winning and losing is when pressure hits.
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