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People in the States used to think that if girls were good at sports their sexuality would be affected.
Martina Navratilova
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Martina Navratilova
Age: 68
Born: 1956
Born: October 18
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Variety is what I would recommend: As variety is the spice of life in food, so it is in exercise. Change it up. But most of all, don't overdo it.
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The more people come out, the less it will be an issue.
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If I feel strongly, I say it. I know I can do more good by being vocal than by staying quiet. I'd have a whole lot more money if I lied, but I wouldn't enjoy spending it.
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