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

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  One half-conscious thought was burned in my mind: stay on your feet.

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  Never eat less than four hours before boxing. Then eat only lightly.

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• Gene Tunney:

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• Gene Tunney:

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• Gene Tunney:

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• Gene Tunney:

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