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You can tell that Jack LaLanne loves the spotlight. Despite being born a bit of an introvert, according to his wife, he comes alive when he gets on stage and starts talking fitness. He was completely “on” this morning as he offered the keynote address (see Stephanie’s blog below).

After the keynote and the presentation of the Best of the Best award to Mr. LaLanne (at the conclusion of which, I received a peck on the cheek from him), Jack sat outside the room for more than an hour signing autographs and taking pictures with more than a hundred people. more

I had the pleasure of meeting Jack and Elaine LaLanne last night and going to dinner with both of them and five others in the Club Industry franchise. What an experience! The two of them entertained us by sharing stories about how they met, what feat Jack plans to perform next (carry Elaine from one end of the tub to the other) and their friendship with Arnold Schwarzenegger, among other things. more

After attending Jack LaLanne’s keynote address today, I don’t think we could’ve picked a better recipient for our 2009 Lifetime Achievement Award. He really has a genuine desire to help people lead healthier lives–and it shows. Jack said more than once that his goal is “helping people help themselves,” even at the young old age of 95. more