Thursday, August 25, 2016

How Wheelchair Rugby Player Chuck Aoki Eats for the Paralympics — What Olympians Eat

(Image credit: Kelly Gumbert)

The Olympics may be over, but there’s more action to come in Rio. We’re talking about the Paralympics, which run from September 7 to 18. The competitors in these games aren’t just amazing athletes — they’re also incredible people who have overcome obstacles and still manage to bring it on the world stage. We asked them to share what they eat on a daily basis. Here’s what we found out.

Chuck Aoki

Age: 25
Hometown: Minneapolis, MN
Event: Paralympics Wheelchair Rugby
Training Regimen: Three to four hours a day, weightlifting with lower weight and a lot of quick reps. Also, a lot of cardio (including hills!), all in his rugby chair.

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