What are the diets and fitness regimens for the Olympic athletes?

Answer 1

I worked with the Olympic Swim Team in 2000. May I say it was an exciting experience as they won 16 Medals in Australia that Summer! The diet and fitness regimens were consistent for these athletes, as with other athletes in other sports. I worked in the Sport Psychology Division. Not only did the athletes have to have low-carb diets which included fruits, vegetables, nuts, and legumes, the physical workouts had to be applied as to their carb and caloric intakes and depending on height, weight, body fat index and fat mass, of the athlete, they had to maintain a workout regimen that assisted in letting their muscles burn energy efficiently and consistently. Working on the biomechanics of the body helped the coaches and nutritionists set the trend for all swimmers. Instead of eating 3 square meals a day, most swimmers I witnessed were eating small portions all day. That way the fat didn't have time to store, therefore they weren't hungry every four hours. As far as workout regimens, a disciplined workout circuit would include strength training (free weights), resistance training, and aerobic training everyday for about an hour and of course being in the pool for several hours working on stroke technique. Drinking water and replinishing electrolyte levels (with Gatorade or other salt-induced drinks)helps maintain muscle tone and prevents dehydration.