How Did Jack LaLanne Inspire You?

Posted on Jan 28th 2011 10:00AM by Hilary Walke

Filed Under: Fitness

The godfather of fitness, Jack LaLanne, passed away on Sunday at age 96 from respiratory failure caused by pneumonia. He deeply influenced not only those who cared about fitness but also those who were passionate about general health.

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"The only way you can hurt the body is not to use it. Inactivity is the killer, and, remember, it's never too late," he said. He used inspiration, knowledge and positivity to encourage people from all walks of life to keep moving.

While he may be gone, his reputation and spirit certainly live on. Find out how he inspired our users and how he affected their lives.

Katrina B.
He lived a good life and helped so many people. I'm more affected by how he lived his life! He will be missed... what an inspiration!

Donna P.
What an amazing man! He lived what he taught and taught what he believed.

Sherrell P.
I can still see a small me with my Mom and our kitchen chairs, in front of the TV; working out with Mr. LaLanne.

Colline R.
His inspiration will bemissed---thanks for 96 years, Jack.

Stephani M.
To never give up. You're never too old to make positive changes in your life.

Valerie F.
I remember exercising with my mother when I was very young along with jack.

Katrina P.
It didn't matter how old you as long as you move. Fitness is for everyone one at every age

Donna C.
Vegetable benefits are real and not to be underestimated. The news about eating 8 servings a day wouldn't surprise Mr Juicer. He was the product of his own science experiment and I would have to say he won! RIP.

Susan B.
Either by towing boats across the bay or inventing the jumping jack. Both of those are pretty inspiring. The first is a FEAT, and the second is something simple that a lot of people do every day to stay fit.

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