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.

One day you are happy and laughing and the next you are crying.

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.

My goal has always been to introduce other people to running. They might accomplish something they never thought they could.

What Fred Lebow went through was an inspiration for me. You have to set goals for yourself.

In terms of fitness and battling through cancer, exercise helps you stay strong physically and mentally.

Too many people I meet believe that you can sit in a chair and be given motivation. With exercise and fitness, you get it by doing. The mental qualities you need are all linked like a chain. If you give exercise a try and see results, even if it's as simple as feeling good that you get out the door, you'll become motivated to repeat the exercise. Seeing results is inspiring.