When the 2008 Olympic Games open in Beijing, millions will be marveling at all the athletes' bodies. Muscled legs, backs, abs, and arms - sure signs of the Olympic body, carefully sculpted for power, speed, and endurance.
But what does it take to get that Olympic body? And could the average Joe (or Joelle) ever hope to look like an Olympic athlete?
"Sure," says Sam Callan, an exercise physiologist and the coaching education manager for USA Cycling. "If you're willing to spend the time."
Of course, few people have the kind of time that Olympic athletes devote to their training. But even if your best "event" revolves around the remote, not all is lost. After all, when it comes to the competition for a healthy body, it's often enough to join the game.
So if you're ready to shape up, here are some cues from the pros to get you started
1. Know your body type.
2. Determine your goals.
3. Eat healthfully.
4. Eat frequently, with a mixture of protein and carbohydrates at every meal.
5. Watch the mirror, not the scale.
6. Drink plenty of water.
7. Ease into new exercises.
8. Vary your activity, but include the weight room.
9. Train regularly and consistently.
10. Consider hiring a personal trainer.
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