But it's understandable that Thorpe has had to move up a few belt notches, since U.S. swimming champ Michael Phelps confessed to eating approximately 12,000 calories a day to fuel his daily swimming routine. It's got to be hard to cut back after getting to enjoy a caloric intake that would easily make a person bulk up and quickly.
And considering the Spartan lifestyle of hardbody and fellow Aussie Hugh Jackman, Ian's probably a hell of a lot happier. And buoyant.
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deka@thatshideous.com says:
um...
i think the answer is sinking
hoosiermom says:
Who cares? Show more photos of Ryan Lochte.
Shelton says:
So is this another "roommate"? Another "training buddy"?
someone says:
He really needs to buy a size that fits.
sandra says:
can't 2 guys do anything together without having to endure snarky comments? Good on'ya to Ian and all the other guys that still enjoy the company of their buddies.
Kels says:
Yeah, he's put on a few pounds, which is fine. But he DOES need to get a different size of shorts.
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