30+ Bizarre Pictures Of Athletes To Help You Understand The Human Body
Olympians are the pinnacle of physical fitness, but they didn’t get there without putting in a lot of effort and making sacrifices. This list shows why not everyone is an Olympic athlete, from enormous thighs to ice baths. These surreal Olympic athletes will change the way you think about the human body. Professional sports are unlike anything you’ve ever witnessed before.
50 Shades of Leg
After a race, ex-world champion cyclist Janez Brajkovic’s leg looks like this. “I have seen cyclists who looked like him shortly after three weeks of cycling races in France, Italy, and Spain,” the Croatian Cycling team’s official doctor said.
50 Shades Of Leg
Janez’s legs are entirely made of muscle, so his calf looks like this after a particularly strenuous race. Let’s hope the swelling has subsided since this picture was taken.
A Master at Work
Yang Wang is an Olympian. In any other situation, if someone saw another person bend into this shape, they’d assume it was the result of a terrible accident. But not in this photograph. This is a master of their craft at work.
A Master At Work
How is it possible that she will land this thing? Never before has flown through the air appeared to be so graceful. The majority of people would prefer a fish out of water, but Yang seems to be an angel.
Cupping Therapy
The man in this photo is instantly recognizable. With a total of 28 medals, Michael Phelps is the most successful and decorated Olympian of all time, and this therapy undoubtedly helped him. Alternative medicine includes cupping therapy.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping therapy is an effective treatment for pain and inflammation. It’s also used as a deep-tissue massage technique. This appears to benefit athletes, but is it worthwhile? Because they do appear to be strange.
The Risks of Cycling
This isn’t a still from the upcoming Alien film. Following the Tour de France, this is George Hincapie’s leg. His brain appeared to have traveled down his leg after passing through his body. Hincapie has a case of varicose veins, which is unsightly.
The Risks Of Cycling
It’s most likely due to the long hours he spends on his bike. Varicose veins are a sign that veins have become clogged and are unable to function properly. George, on the other hand, was unharmed.
Spider People
The spiders have officially taken over the world. We’re joking, of course! What you’re seeing here is a performance from the Olympic artistic swimming competitions. Technical perfection, synchronization, choreography, artistry, and expressive power are all combined in artistic swimming, a women’s Olympic discipline.
Spider People
Synchronized swimming has to be one of the most physically demanding sports at the Olympics, if not the most. We’re completely exhausted just thinking about how much preparation goes into it all…
Feet Recovery
The majority of people would believe this photo was taken in the year 2050 if someone told them it was. This contraption is either the solution to humanity’s problems or the greatest threat to humanity. It could very well be a bizarre device created to torture James Bond.
Feet Recovery
Olympic sprinter with a tear in her foot, these are the feet you’ll see in this photograph. For the most part, it appears that she is simply attempting to warm up her feet.
Gymnast Hands
This is a different kind of dedication. An Olympic gymnast’s bloody hands perfectly encapsulate the dedication required to succeed in your field. These cuts and scrapes aren’t uncommon among gymnasts; they’re as common as stubbed toes.
Gymnast Hands
Unfortunately for these gymnasts, their ability to give a good massage has been sacrificed in exchange for their ability to fly through the air. Was it all worth it, you stretchy folks?
The Risks of Cycling
This isn’t a picture of a boxer recovering from a fight. Annemiek van Vleuten, a Dutch cyclist, after a typical training session. If this is the kind of damage that can be done in a single training session, cycling is far more difficult than we imagined.
The Risks Of Cycling
Her black eye appears to have been given to her by boxer Mike Tyson. To cause that much damage in such a short period of time must have been a freak accident.
Ice Bath
According to reports, many Olympic athletes, regardless of sport, use ice baths to cool down. Athletes can spend anywhere from five minutes to over an hour in an ice bath. Why? Why would you choose to torture yourself even more after a grueling, intense training session?
Ice Bath
The advantages and benefits must be incredible, but the freezing ice-cold water must be excruciating. They will surely jump into a boiling bath as soon as the timer goes off.
Leg Compression
Help her! Someone, please, help her! Oh, sorry, it’s all right. She isn’t being swallowed whole by a large black snake; instead, her legs are being compressed. Compression has a simple concept: it helps increase blood flow to specific parts of your body. It also has an odd appearance.
Leg Compression
Is it painful? That is the big question. It appears to be inflicting pain. The word compression also conjures up images of the trash compactor from Star Wars. Hopefully, no one’s legs will be crushed.
Perfect 10
We were 14 years old and spent our days playing Xbox and going to school. Nadia Comăneci, on the other hand, was the first gymnast to receive a perfect score of 10.0 at the Olympic Games, at the age of 14.
Perfect 10
Nine Olympic medals and four World Artistic Gymnastics Championship medals were won by Comăneci. Comăneci is a well-known gymnast who is credited with popularizing the sport all over the world. This lady has muscles on her legs that we had no idea about.
Big and Small
Simone Biles is the most decorated gymnast of all time, tied with Larisa Latynina. David Lee, a 6’9″ volleyball player from the United States, would make anyone look small in comparison to Simone.
Big And Small
In the event that these two Olympians join forces, they could transform into one massive freaky transformer that could take over every Olympic event and rule the entire world.
Weightlifter Hands
It would be incredible to compete in the Olympics, let alone win a medal, but looking at Hidilyn Diaz’s hands made us wince. We’ve all had blisters before, but nothing like this. You get buff by lifting weights. That is a proven fact. Aside from that, it rips your hands up.
Weightlifter Hands
There is no doubt that the entire Filipino population is extremely proud of their country. It is quite impressive to see what the athletes on this list are willing to give up in order to win gold.
Sprinter or Gymnast?
Usain Bolt, the fastest man in history, turns out to be a gymnast as well. It’s difficult to believe that anyone could have this much ability. Nonetheless, the fact that the man is adaptable is understandable.
Sprinter Or Gymnast?
Mr. Bolt, a man of many talents, never ceases to amaze us. Some people can’t even touch their toes without bending their knees, but Usain is here to put us all to shame with his strength and flexibility.
The Stretching Swimmer
This is starting to get ridiculous. Olivia Federici, a British synchronized swimmer, poses before a training session in this photo. We mere mortals would take years to achieve this level of flexibility, but she does it with ease.
The Stretching Swimmer
If we didn’t know any better, we’d assume Olivia is some sort of superhuman — or that she’s an extraterrestrial sent from another planet to prove to humans how perfection can be attained through hard work.
Nothing Can Stop Him
Cody Miller, a professional swimmer, was born with pectus excavatum, a thoracic wall deformity that causes the chest to cave in. Cody’s ribcage grew in an unusual way as a result of this. He began swimming at the age of eight to keep track of his heart and breathing as a result of the deformity.
Nothing Can Stop Him
Miller is a true inspiration. He never let his physical disability get in the way of his ambitions. Miller took bronze in the men’s 100-meter breaststroke at the 2016 Summer Olympics.
Pruned Hands
After a shower or swim, we’ve all had pruned hands, but these hands are on another level. Maarten Van Der Weijden, a Dutch long-distance and marathon swimmer, owns them. After a 101-mile swim, the photo was taken.
Pruned Hands
It’s the equivalent of swimming from Pennsylvania to New York, to give you an idea of how much that is. Isn’t that impressive? Maarten swam the elfstedentocht for charity in 2019 and raised over $7 million. Maarten, who is now 40 years old, has retired.
Off the Rails
Who needs a track in the first place? Laurine van Riessen, a Dutch track cyclist, is definitely not one of them. It turns out that we’re all part of a simulation, and Laurine is the only one with the cheat codes.
Off The Rails
Anyone who wishes to learn will have to pay a large sum of money to her. We had no idea the human body was capable of such extreme balance. She’s absolutely amazing.
Relaxing Time
This is something that everyone can relate to. You want to sit back and relax after a long day at work. You sit down on the couch to watch Netflix once you get home, but not before stretching your leg above your head. Oh, wait, because you’re not Aly Raisman, you probably don’t do this.
Relaxing Time
Aly’s flexibility is something to be admired as a former American artistic gymnast and two-time Olympian. Despite the fact that she is now retired, she can still contort her body in unimaginable ways!
Swag
Instead of getting a definition for the word “swag,” you’ll get this picture of Julia Mancuso if you Google it. She’s competing in the Olympics and about to win a bronze medal in this photo.
Swag
The sunglasses and the cap, which is worn backward, give us reason to believe that this lady has some serious swagger about her. And at that age? She’s way cooler than the rest of us!
Real-Life Superheroes
This is the answer to anyone who has ever wondered what would happen if a room full of people with superpowers got together. This photograph is breathtaking in terms of the amount of talent on display. This bizarre photo of Olympians will undoubtedly change people’s perceptions of the human body.
Real Life Superheroes
The level 10 training camp at Karolyi Ranch in Texas is depicted in this photo. You must devote your entire life to the sport in order to achieve this level of athleticism.
Size Difference
This appears to be the same photo at first glance, but it turns out that these are two different gymnasts and basketball players. This just goes to show that anyone can be an Olympic athlete, regardless of size or stature.
Size Difference
It does prove that the human body is magnificent and comes in a variety of shapes and sizes. In the photo on the right, the basketball player is holding a football. Stick to one sport and brag about it.
May the Track Be with You
This Olympic runner had to do more than just run on the track; he had to become one with it. Yes, it appears strange, but you have to do what you have to do, and we should all applaud this man for his dedication.
May The Track Be With You
Let’s just appreciate the number of back muscles this guy has, aside from the fact that he’s entangled himself with the track. This only goes to show how serious he is about his sport.
Thor’s Leg
Take a look at this photo if you’ve ever wondered what Thor’s legs look like in shorts. Olympic athletes must be in peak physical condition, but they do not have to be gods.
Thor’s Leg
However, it appears as though this gentleman missed the memo. This gentleman has veins on his leg that we were unaware existed. His leg is no longer a leg — it is now classified as a vein.
Floating in the Air
This man is literally flying, which is pretty much every child’s dream come true. This was the basketball presentation for the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games, and it did not disappoint. If you didn’t know he was an Olympian, you’d think he was falling in this photo, but we can confirm that he made the shot.
Floating In The Air
When there’s something in the bathroom with them, it can be difficult to brush their teeth, but this man is flying through the sky in front of thousands. Unbelievable.
Smile for the Camera
We’ve done it. We’ve discovered the most incredible portrait ever taken. How does one man maintain such a cool demeanor? That is the only reason this picture appears to be even remotely unusual.
Smile For The Camera
Despite the fact that he is defeating the world’s fastest men on the biggest stage on the planet, he still finds time to smile for the camera. Bolt revealed that he had McDonald’s chicken nuggets for dinner the night before winning a medal at the Beijing Olympics in 2008. What a guy.
Olympian Calf
Does the name Naim Süleymanolu ring any bells? Not at all, I believe. Naim was the owner of this odd and monstrous calf. He was a seven-time World Weightlifting Champion and three-time Olympic gold medalist who set numerous world records and established himself as one of the greatest Olympic weightlifters of all time.
Olympian Calf
Unfortunately, Naim passed away, but rumor has it that his calves could intimidate even the most powerful of opponents. Naim’s father was only 5’0′′ tall, while his mother was 4’7′′ tall. Naim was only 4’10” tall. Such strength in such a small body.
Faster Than the Speed of Light
These four cyclists are traveling at such a breakneck speed that even the best camera equipment on the planet couldn’t keep up. Even the tiniest error could have catastrophic consequences for all of the cyclists. We can’t help but be amazed by what the human body can accomplish after taking a look at this photo.
Faster Than The Speed Of Light
Laura Trott, one of the cyclists, is married to Jason Kenny, another Olympian. With that in mind, we believe it is safe to predict that their children will possess the most bizarre superpowers.
The Art of Relaxation
So that’s how Olympians relax. Aly Raisman is back on the scene. She’s using cupping therapy to get the blood flowing in her legs in this photo. Because blood flow is so important for gymnasts, this type of therapy should not be overlooked.
The Art Of Relaxation
Alexandra served as the captain of the United States women’s Olympic gymnastics teams that won the “Fierce Five” team competition in 2012 and the “Final Five” team competition in 2016.
Fabio Is Golden
Fabio Basile is the man in this photo who is flipping through the air, and this is the moment his dreams came true. Fabio defied the odds by defeating the World No. 1 Judo champion from Korea. Let’s just say you don’t want to end up on Fabio’s bad side.
Fabio Is Golden
Consider what it would be like to be the guy he defeated. Following your defeat in the Olympic finals, you turn around to see that the man who defeated you is celebrating by performing a backflip.
Alien X-Ray
It’ll take a lot of persuasion, but this is an X-ray of a human. The human, on the other hand, is in perfect condition. It appears to be an x-ray of a person who has been in a serious accident, but it is simply an Olympian performing an exercise.
Alien X Ray
In the event that extraterrestrials descended from the skies, there is a good chance that they would look something like this. It’s the craziest X-ray image that’s ever been shared on the internet.
Frozen Hands
Alex Gregory’s hands appear to be frozen and in excruciating pain. These strange hands, on the other hand, are just a sign that he’s about to transform into Santa Claus. It’s a Christmas miracle, to be sure. Because this photo was taken on August 30th, it’s unlikely.
Frozen Hands
In any case, as terrifying as Gregory’s hands appear in this photo, it’s understandable given that he’s about to embark on an ultra endurance expedition — The Polar Row. This expedition set 11 world records, including being the first man-powered vessel to reach the polar ice cap, which is located at the northernmost latitude on the planet.
5 Rings
That’s how you throw a party. It’s a little unsettling that humans have finally figured out how to control nature’s forces. Soon, Olympians will be hurling fire, blowing wind, and launching chunks of the Earth from one side to the other.
5 Rings
How did you even realize you were capable of doing this? So, being an Olympic swimmer who is completely shredded wasn’t enough for this guy. He had to be the first person to master water.
A Woman of Many Talents
Simone Biles: Is there anything she can’t do? She is the most decorated gymnast of all time, having won 32 Olympic and World Championship medals. She’s throwing out the first pitch at the World Series, but she’s doing it with a little extra flair.
A Woman Of Many Talents
It’s difficult to comprehend how someone can be exceptionally talented in a single area of expertise. It’s impossible to comprehend how Simone manages to be so talented in so many areas.
Cycling Is Dangerous
There are now three different colors on his legs. If something like this happened to someone we knew, we’d all be extremely concerned. His feet appear to be on the verge of falling off!
Cycling Is Dangerous
The most critical takeaway from this article is that cycling, especially the Tour de France, is a dangerous sport. This Olympian did not receive a poor spray tan; rather, this is a photo of his legs following his completion of the Tour de France.
Thunder Thighs
Let’s be honest — these guys’ thighs could easily crush you in two seconds. Therefore, avoid enraging them, as this could result in disaster. To be completely candid, we’re just as terrified as we are impressed.
Thunder Thighs
Even before you look at this picture, it is impossible to deny that these Olympians are capable of providing people with a totally different perspective on their own physical appearance.
A Swimmer’s Diet
The dish you’re looking at is not a five-course meal for five men. It is, in fact, Ryan Lochte’s 10,000-calorie meal, which he consumes in preparation for the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Hope he brought his appetite along with him.
A Swimmer’s Diet
We’ve all seen men who can eat that much in a day, but they don’t look like Ryan because their abs aren’t visible. Ryan beat Michael Phelps in the 100-meter butterfly, indicating that his massive meal plan is working.