The 3,500 calorie feasts look particularly tasty. A group of Turkish Olympic hopefuls pose with their highly regimented daily diets. Much nicer than the Michael Phelps Human Garbage Disposal Diet.
1. Nur Tatar, Taekwondo, 1,500 Calories A Day
Nur Tatar, 20, is preparing to compete for Turkey in the London 2012 Olympic Games. This is her first time competing in the Olympics and she is on a strict diet to shed several pounds to reach the exact weight category in which she will fight. She has reduced her daily calorie intake to 1,500 calories.
(Reuters / Umit Bektas )
(Reuters / Umit Bektas)
2. Merve Aydin, Track, 3,000 Calories A Day
Merve Aydin, 22, will run at the Olympics for the first time this year. Her daily intake is 3,000 calories. Although she is rigorously training for the Games, she remains guarded on the outcome. "It is more important for me to realize my true potential and limitations. And do the best I can," says Aydin. "I work hard and keep a careful diet."
(Reuters / Umit Bektas)
(Reuters / Umit Bektas )
