LL Cool J covers the March 2011 issue and is named the Men’s Fitness magazine MF Icon. And it’s clear that he isn’t letting his age get the best of him.

At 43, he’s still proving Jay-Z correct...40 is the New 20!!

The US rapper, who makes his 3rd cover appearance, reveals that he keeps his six-pack in shape by working out, even when he doesn't feel like it.

LL, real name James Todd Smith, says: 'Sometimes you roll out of bed and don't feel like going to the gym – doesn't matter. You gotta master your emotions, master yourself.”

He adds: 'What's the saying? 'A man who can conquer himself is greater than the one who can conquer a city'.

'If it's the right thing, and you know you're supposed to do it – do it even if you don't feel like doing it.'

DAMN...I guess I'm Headed to the Gym, this morning!!?!...;o|

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