"I would suggest partnering up with another person. Sometimes if you exercise with someone else or if you go on a particular diet with another person…having a buddy can help you. It can help you to motivate yourself"

- Mayor Sheila Dixon

"I find that I handle stress, which is a real problem in my life…I handle it much better if I get some exercise, if I have enough sleep and if I am eating well."

- Denise Koch

"Once you do something for thirty days it becomes a habit"

- Sonjay DeCaires

"Being fit is very important to me because I found out that when I returned back to exercising that it helped my mind, my body, and my spirit. I am a very happy person."

- Ernestine Shepherd

"It's important to be fit so you are strong enough to take on the world, and enjoy your life."

- Maysa Leak

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