Competitive Eating with Nick Wehry


If you've ever been curious about competitive eating, then this is the episode for you. Nick Wehry has a background in competitive bodybuilding, and his increased intake capacity led to exploring competitive eating.  This was a super interesting conversation and I know you'll enjoy it as well. 


What you'll hear:


  • Nick's background and why he pursued a "career" in competitive eating (1:32)
  • High-carb diet for bodybuilding with fluctuations in macronutrient ratios (8:02)
  • Prep work and diet balance in competitive eating (11:21)
  • Training regimen for contests (17:13)
  • Eating habits and nutrition for bodybuilding competition preparation (19:30)
  • How dietary habits affect gut health and digestion (26:10)
  • Incorporating keto bricks into his regimen (28:24)
  • Mental focus and the body's capacity for copious amounts of food (33:34)
  • Eating 15,000 calories in a sitting, with insights on body absorption and fluid intake (38:36)
  • Challenges of competitive eating and Nick's favorite foods (43:04)

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Robert Sikes

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