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

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

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.

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

The greatest fighter I ever saw.

A boxer’s diet should be low in fat and high in proteins and sugar. Therefore you should eat plenty of lean meat, milk, leafy vegetables, and fresh fruit and ice cream for sugar.

Upon awakening in the morning, I wondered if the proceedings of the night before had been a dream. It was hard to believe that I was the world’s heavyweight champion.

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

The greatest fighter I ever saw

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