It's about carrying the principles you learn into your life, 24-7.

I think men are drawn to Pilates because they have this vague notion it will help them with back issues. But they stick with it because it truly makes them feel better.

People think you have to work out 'til you sweat and vomit, and it's not about that. It's about quality of work, not quantity. It's about precision and targeting muscle groups that will benefit them most.

An eye for an eye" (Exodus 21:24). But not an eye and a life for an eye.

I knew it was going to be all-consuming. It's 24/7. Your life changes. It's a new normal. You have to change your mind-set and just deal with the ups and downs of the new life.

I got out when I was 24. Back then, I had to get on with my life, get a real job.