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As an athlete you're taught to be selfish. When I'm training, it's usually all about me.

Ronda Rousey

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Ronda Rousey
Age: 55
Actor
Judoka
Martial Artist
Mixed Martial Artist
Professional Wrestler
Santa Monica
California
Ronda Jean Rousey
Selfish
Athlete
Training
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