Well, you know, I'm the forever optimist.

The resistance that you fight physically in the gym and the resistance that you fight in life can only build a strong character.

People get very creative if you include them.

When you build a career, you should never imitate anybody.

If you are gonna wear gloves when you lift, just make sure they match your purse.

When I was 15 years old I felt totally confident I would become a world champion and the greatest bodybuilder in the world. The same was true of show business - I knew that one day I would make more money than anyone else in the industry and I did. For that you need the willingness to work and do everything it takes to make the vision turn into reality.

I think one thing that is extremely important is to connect with people in order to be successful and bring the people in so that they become your partners.