Gonzalez, Lewis know how to hang 10

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For Lewis, who recently expressed disappointment that the Pro Bowl won't be in Hawaii next year, the game is "always special." He loves everything about spending a week in the islands with family and friends. He especially loves being part of an ultra-elite group of players.

 

"When you find yourself over here, you always greatly appreciate it because it's (an indication) of people really watching you saying, 'Wow! He's still there and still doing great things,'" Lewis said. "So it's always a great honor."

 

Lewis, 33, and Gonzalez, who turns 33 later this month, take exceptionally good care of themselves. They also know they've been fortunate to be healthy enough at the end of each season to play in the Pro Bowl. In most cases, players who don't participate usually are recovering from an injury.

 

Lewis, who played a vital role in helping the Ravens reach the AFC Championship Game, said he has never felt better physically in 13 NFL seasons. He largely credits that to changing his approach to physical conditioning during every offseason. Lewis' theory: If you do the same thing, you'll get the same results.

 

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