Belt of fat theory
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Belt of fat theory
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In competitive eating, the belt of fat theory posits that, paradoxically, those who have a higher body fat percentage are less well positioned to win contests. This is due to the eponymous "belt of fat" around the midsections of competitors, made up of subcutaneous and visceral fat, which constricts rapid expansion of their stomachs. Originally forwarded in 1998 by Major League Eating, the belt of fat theory has gone on to become widely accepted by competitive eaters. While not widely studied, t
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Theory in competitive eating
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Belt_of_fat_theory
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2022-08-18T13:15:14Z
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