Wisdom Of The Ancients

JERRY RICE, Seahawks WR, age 42 ?During my younger days I always felt like I could do more, so I would push myself harder,? he says. ?Now I listen to my body. I think I have really learned how to work out and not kill myself. I use less weight and do more reps.?

VINNY TESTAVERDE, Cowboys QB, age 41 For years he has maintained a routine that includes a devotion to weightlifting that starts at the bottom. ?If you keep your legs strong, doing squats and powerlifts, you will have a strong upper body because of it,? he has said.

AENEAS WILLIAMS, Rams Safety, age 36 The eight-time Pro Bowl player lives by a simple credo: ?Proper exercise, proper stretch and proper nutrition.? He stretches for up to 30 minutes before games and says, ?Your core is really important. I believe in a lot of ab work.?