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Payton Kirol

How to eat like a Paris 2024 Olympic Athlete

(Credit: Henry Sanchez)

Eight-time Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt notoriously ate only chicken nuggets during the Beijing Games. 

He’s not alone in unconventional dietary choices. Swimmer Michael Phelps consumed a staggering 10,000 calories a day to fuel his races, while Simone Biles, the most decorated gymnast in history, prioritizes protein and fiber, opting for fish, vegetables, and rice.

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