Harry Connick Jr. Quotes

Golf is hugely important, as it keeps me going.

It strikes me that golf's great virtue is that it gets you out of the house, away from everyday bothers, away from the endless round of looking for this, that and the other.

When I committed to playing a little tennis in some exhibitions, it was the best thing for me. It got me in shape. It got me out of the house. It got me doing something I love to do.

I need to go out and play football and have fun. If I do that, then everything will be fine.

When I am skating, economics is far away. I always return refreshed and ready to carry on.

I love yoga. I can practice it wherever I am, at home, in my hotel room... I like playing tennis, too, but that's more of a hobby because I'm not very good!

Golf courses are beautiful, it's good for the soul and it gets out the anger... well, if you don't care about the score then you won't have a heart attack.

You can go to the doctor a million times if you're feeling down, and get nowhere, but if you go for a run it makes you feel really good.

It's amazing how good getting up and moving makes you feel.

I walk a lot. It keeps me in shape and clears my head.

Being in good physical shape is the best way to combat depression. You just have endorphins running around your body. It is the best anti-depressive that there is.

Going to the gym is great for your body, but it's also great for your mind.

My only hobby is going for walks outdoors.

How do you walk from one place to another? What makes you want to walk someplace? Any place that you want to get out of your car and walk is a good place by definition.

Why do I run? It's the best form of exercise. It's totally the core of being in shape. I really feel so good - anytime after the first mile. You start fantasying. You start thinking about things.

Sport's always a good thing - it's healthy, and it takes your mind off other things.

For me, working out is a form of therapy. It's cathartic for me; it's a good stress reliever. I know that when I go to the gym I am taking care of myself, and I know I'll feel so much better afterwards.

I don't think many people have a very good understanding of leisure and the importance it plays in our lives.

Spending time outdoors makes you feel great.

I feel so good after a workout. Any time you can be alone with yourself is really important.

Personally, fresh air and exercise help me stay healthy and make me feel great!

I always like to play. It is useful for me; I know how to regulate myself.

'Strictly' has taught me that activity outside work is good for my mental health.

I ride a bicycle. I make artwork and do other kinds of stuff - but in terms of unwind, I like to play tennis and ride.

When I'm in London I do have the convenience of being close to St James Park which is also good for me because it gives me an excuse to get out and get some much needed exercise!