"I wanted to get really fit. I wanted to lose some weight. So I've been doing Pilates and yoga, trying to lean out my body so I won't be bulky."
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Serena Williams, born on September 26, 1981, in Saginaw, Michigan, is a titan of women's tennis and a cultural icon whose impact transcends the sport. With 23 Grand Slam singles titles to her name, Williams has redefined athletic excellence and resilience. Raised in the public eye, she faced numerous challenges, including injuries and societal pressures, yet emerged as a powerful advocate for equality and empowerment. Her legacy is not just in her unparalleled achievements on the court, but also in her inspirational journey of perseverance and strength. For more details, visit her [Wikipedia page](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serena_Williams).
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"I've had to learn to fight all my life - got to learn to keep smiling. If you smile things will work out."
Serena Williams"I think a smile can make your whole body. Models, they look fabulous, but they don't smile, and they look so mad."
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"I love who I am, and I encourage other people to love and embrace who they are. But it definitely wasn't easy - it took me a while."
Serena Williams"I've thought it would be cool to have a baby young. You know, be my road dog - like my dogs, they travel the world - but there's always something you have to give up for success. Everything comes at a cost. Just what are you willing to pay for it?"
Serena Williams"Luck has nothing to do with it, because I have spent many, many hours, countless hours, on the court working for my one moment in time, not knowing when it would come."
Serena Williams"I'm an athlete and I'm black, and a lot of black athletes go broke. I do not want to become a statistic, so maybe I overcompensate. But I'm paranoid. Oprah told me a long time ago, 'You sign every check. Never let anyone sign any checks.'"
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