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I am a private person and that has always been my personality.
Grete Waitz
58% of people like this quote
You go into the disease as one person and come out of it as a different person. It has changed my perspective on everything. Things that used to upset me no longer do.
Grete Waitz
54% of people like this quote
The worst injury I ever had was a stress fracture from running.
Grete Waitz
52% of people like this quote
Every day I spend time on the treadmill. I am walking faster, stronger and harder than I was two months ago.
Grete Waitz
52% of people like this quote
One day you are happy and laughing and the next you are crying.
Grete Waitz
50% of people like this quote
I am living in Norway, where I am under the care of the best cancer doctor in Norway and I can be closer to my family.
Grete Waitz
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In terms of fitness and battling through cancer, exercise helps you stay strong physically and mentally.
Grete Waitz
49% of people like this quote
I am about to get involved with the biggest cancer hospital in Norway. They are building a fitness center to work with patients. I will be a consultant.
Grete Waitz
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I tried to keep it secret, but the story got into the newspapers. It was more difficult for my family, who couldn't understand why the media wouldn't leave me in peace.
Grete Waitz
48% of people like this quote
For a couple of days after chemotherapy, food tastes really bland, even the best foods. I haven't been sick, but have been a little tired. I haven't lost any weight.
Grete Waitz
45% of people like this quote
Another inspiration that has helped me get through has been Lance Armstrong's story. My cancer is not nearly as bad as his, but I believe in staying motivated and keeping as fit as you can.
Grete Waitz
44% of people like this quote
What Fred Lebow went through was an inspiration for me. You have to set goals for yourself.
Grete Waitz
41% of people like this quote
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