Joey On July 4, Nathan's Hot Doug has revealed how he used "barping practice" and dietary restrictions to prepare to return to the competition.

He said, "I mean to myself that this competition has only one outcome () New York Post In an interview published on Saturday, June 26th.

The World Record Holding Competitive Eater, 41, will return to Koni Island in New York Competition this year, after that Previously being banned Due to an approval agreement with a plant-based product.

To face the world's greatest eating on July 4, he lifted the id on his pre-game strategy. He noted that the most important thing in preparation is "Stay calm" the night before the hot dog eating competition.

"I usually see some old practices, almost a type of simulated competition goes through the wind, through the speed," he said. "Usually I am in bed before 9pm, wake up at 5am and start to do yoga and start exercising my stomach after sleeping and expanding my stomach" "

He often drinks "Aloevara juice" to keep the throat lubricated, but he tries to avoid as hard as possible a few hours before Belle time.

"The previous day I usually have to eat a hot dog in weight," he said. "Before that, I usually put some eggs for breakfast. Perhaps somewhat protein like protein that day. I really really empty the competition day" "

Many fans were probably surprised that the hot dog was dropped as much as possible for the competition. For the starters, Chestton certainly skip dinner that night.

"Usually I am in bed," he acknowledged. "Sometimes I am going to walk when I wake up. If I can do some yogurt, maybe some salads can be a bit of salad. Until the next day I really have nothing too much. Even though I am not hungry, I'm trying to eat salad, just trying to continue the subjects."

Early this month, Chestnat has celebrated his return Nathan's event emphasizes that it is again "me refers to the world" to compete for the brand.

"This is a cherished tradition, a celebration of American culture and a vast part of my life," he wrote through June June 1 June Instagram. “Although I am in partner with some of the plant-based spaces, those relationships are never conflicted with my love for hot dogs.

He also said, "I respect the interpretation that is the difference, but I am grateful that we are able to find the general field. I am glad to return to the island of Koni, I do what I want to do and celebrate the fourth of July with a hot dog in my hands! Be hungry!"

2025 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Competition was aired on ESPN on Friday 4 July.