Michael Phelps does it, why can’t I?

12,000 calories. That’s ridiculous. It’s how many Michael Phelps has to eat in a day. Check out his body in that picture. If I told someone I was on a 12,000 calorie diet (that did not include alcohol), they’d literally think I was crazy. I suppose when you’re swimming 50 miles a day, you’re going to have to have something in your body to burn. Here’s his opinion on diets:

IGN Sports: What about your diet? Are you always eating super healthy?

Michael Phelps: I eat pretty much whatever I want. I don’t have a strict diet. It’s all about cramming in as many calories into my system as I possibly can. To be honest with you, I have a tough time keeping weight on.

IGN Sports: What about fast food?

Michael Phelps: Bring it on!

And he also takes a multi-vitamin. And has never lifted a weight a single day in his life. All from the water.

Check out his breakfast:

• Three fried-egg sandwiches
• Omelet
• A bowl of grits
• Three slices of French toast
• Three chocolate chip pancakes
• Two cups of coffee

I would throw up everywhere. I don’t think I eat that in a day. Actually, I’m positive about it.

You know what the best part is, though? He drinks energy drinks throughout the day. Coffee and energy drinks. Because they’re sooooo baaaaad for you.