So you want to be an Olympian, huh? Well think twice before you commit yourself to anything extreme. If you want to have a snowball’s chance in hell to even compete, be prepared to workout most of the day. Being an Olympic athlete takes an extra level of time commitment that most people cannot adhere. We’re talking total sacrifice here, people.
Let’s take as an example United States butterfly swimmer, the lovely
Kim Vandenberg. In a recent interview with Women’s Health magazine (
click here for the full interview ), Kim detailed her grueling workout schedule as she prepared for the Beijing Olympics in China. Here is a typical day in the life of Kim:
5:15 AM Wake up and grab some coffee and toast
6:00 AM Laps at the pool until 8:00AM
8:15 AM Weight room and stretches until 9:15 AM
1:30 PM Even more laps at the pool until 3:30 PM
Then, if she gets the urge, she will do additional cardio on the elliptical machine for 30 to 40 minutes. And to top off an already hectic day, Kim might later throw in some Pilates at night once or twice a week. Bedtime usually falls sometime between 9 and 10 PM.
As far as Kim’s diet goes she tries to eat 4 to 5 balanced meals per day. She tries to focus on eating carbs and protein which is essential for a swimmer who expends so many calories during the day.
Just the thought of this
woman’s workout schedule makes me feel quite exhausted. This is one woman who knows how to workout.
Good Luck in Beijing, Kim.
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