Search Weight Loss Topics: |
The Obsession with Danica Patrick’s Diet: NASCAR Fan View
As drivers prepare for the Coca-Cola 600 scheduled for May 27 at the Charlotte Motor Speedway, there is one story that is getting an inordinate amount of attention. The obsession with Danica Patrick's diet and how she will handle the 600 mile race is only growing. Her diet was part of the May 24 press conference and revealed a ridiculous focus on something other drivers handle without incident.
The Diet
On May 24, NASCAR fans received a lesson in Danica Patrick's diet preparations for the Coca-Cola 600 thanks to a press conference committed to ignoring the hard questions. The topics ranged from the types of snacks that Danica will have in her car to general diet inquiries. Patrick responded by explaining that her diet is "healthy all the time" and that she will have a special drink mix in the car for the race. Danica Patrick admitted that her trainer will provide input in her snack preparations.
Contributing to the Problem?
Danica, who is just slightly over 5 feet tall, has had her weight in the spotlight since her time in IndyCar. Since she weighs 100 pounds, drivers initially accused of her having an unfair advantage due to low body weight. Modifications in the rule books to total car mass have made sure that this type of advantage is not possible, but her weight is still in the headlines.
While other drivers faced questions about their season and the upcoming race on May 27, Patrick's press conference was absorbed in dissecting her snack choices. Can Danica be blamed? She has brought up the topic of her diet frequently, and her new sponsorship with Coke Zero is contributing to the problem. She has even posted pictures of a minuscule cheese platter on her Twitter account. However, the media's bias was still visible as male drivers were never asked about their diets.
The Danica Patrick Fit Fuel Concession Stand
The Charlotte Motor Speedway seems to be benefitting from the hype surrounding Danica Patrick's diet. The track has added a concession stand that provides healthier options. The Danica Patrick Fit Fuel concession stand provides veggie burgers, fresh fruit and sliced vegetables. It is an interesting contrast to some of the other items offered at the Charlotte Motor Speedway that include deep-fried cupcakes and fried cheese sticks.
More from this contributor:
Matt Kenseth Has a New Sponsor: NASCAR Fan Reaction
See original here:
The Obsession with Danica Patrick’s Diet: NASCAR Fan View
- Flat Abs Pilates Routine - Diet.com Video [Last Updated On: June 10th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 10th, 2011]
- Diet Coke+Mentos=Human experiment: EXTREME GRAPHIC CONTENT [Last Updated On: June 10th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 10th, 2011]
- Diet Recipe - Go Banana's! [Last Updated On: June 11th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 11th, 2011]
- 5 Diet and Nutrition tips [Last Updated On: June 12th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 12th, 2011]
- Diet [Last Updated On: June 13th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 13th, 2011]
- Diet Tips: Why You're Not Going To Lose Weight [Last Updated On: June 13th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 13th, 2011]
- Diet Coke + Mentos [Last Updated On: June 14th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 14th, 2011]
- How to stay on a diet - Tips on how to diet and lose weight [Last Updated On: June 14th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 14th, 2011]
- My Diet Plan: What To Eat To Lose Weight [Last Updated On: June 14th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 14th, 2011]
- The Hottie Body Jim-Miracle Diet [Last Updated On: June 15th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 15th, 2011]
- Japan vs. USA Diet, Why Japanesse Men and Women Live So Long, Nutrition by Natalie [Last Updated On: June 15th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 15th, 2011]
- Oblique Pilates Routine - Diet.com Video [Last Updated On: June 16th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 16th, 2011]
- How diet soda causes weight gain [Last Updated On: June 16th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 16th, 2011]
- Cardio Pilates Exercises [Last Updated On: June 17th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 17th, 2011]
- "The Digital Diet" by Daniel Sieberg [Last Updated On: June 18th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 18th, 2011]
- Dukan Diet Latest Trend in Weight Loss [Last Updated On: June 19th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 19th, 2011]
- The Talk - 'The CarbLovers Diet' Desserts Demo [Last Updated On: June 19th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 19th, 2011]
- Successful Diet Tips [Last Updated On: June 20th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 20th, 2011]
- Diet Soda Health Dangers [Last Updated On: June 21st, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 21st, 2011]
- The Diet Solution Program Review [Last Updated On: June 22nd, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 22nd, 2011]
- Rihanna's Simple Fitness Plan (Diet [Last Updated On: June 22nd, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 22nd, 2011]
- New Diet Key: Love Yourself [Last Updated On: June 24th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 24th, 2011]
- Radical diet reverse effects of disease [Last Updated On: June 26th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 26th, 2011]
- Is diet soda addictive? [Last Updated On: June 28th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 28th, 2011]
- Diet.com YouTube Weight Loss Challenge Winner [Last Updated On: June 29th, 2011] [Originally Added On: June 29th, 2011]
- 17-Day Diet Results Surprises Web (04.07.11) [Last Updated On: July 3rd, 2011] [Originally Added On: July 3rd, 2011]
- Health [Last Updated On: July 4th, 2011] [Originally Added On: July 4th, 2011]
- UFC 131: Shane Carwin Discusses Leaner Diet, Plan of Attack Against Junior dos Santos [Last Updated On: July 5th, 2011] [Originally Added On: July 5th, 2011]
- My Diet [Last Updated On: July 10th, 2011] [Originally Added On: July 10th, 2011]
- How to Start a Raw Food Diet [Last Updated On: July 10th, 2011] [Originally Added On: July 10th, 2011]
- The Truth about Diet and Weight Loss [Last Updated On: July 13th, 2011] [Originally Added On: July 13th, 2011]
- Questions About My Diet And Exercise [Last Updated On: July 14th, 2011] [Originally Added On: July 14th, 2011]
- Update On My Diet [Last Updated On: July 19th, 2011] [Originally Added On: July 19th, 2011]
- The Texas Pushup Challenge - Diet.com Video [Last Updated On: July 20th, 2011] [Originally Added On: July 20th, 2011]
- REVENGE of MENTOS [Last Updated On: July 21st, 2011] [Originally Added On: July 21st, 2011]
- Back on the diet [Last Updated On: July 22nd, 2011] [Originally Added On: July 22nd, 2011]
- Lana Del Rey - Diet Mtn Dew [Last Updated On: July 28th, 2011] [Originally Added On: July 28th, 2011]
- Pilates For Beginners: 100s Ab Exercise [Last Updated On: July 28th, 2011] [Originally Added On: July 28th, 2011]
- Diet dictated by blood type? [Last Updated On: July 31st, 2011] [Originally Added On: July 31st, 2011]
- Peter Schiff: Rehab [Last Updated On: August 2nd, 2011] [Originally Added On: August 2nd, 2011]
- On Call: Heart Healthy Diet [Last Updated On: August 12th, 2011] [Originally Added On: August 12th, 2011]
- Jon Fitch food blog [Last Updated On: August 13th, 2011] [Originally Added On: August 13th, 2011]
- Ryan Kwanten's No-Gym Workout (Diet [Last Updated On: August 13th, 2011] [Originally Added On: August 13th, 2011]
- Healthy [Last Updated On: August 17th, 2011] [Originally Added On: August 17th, 2011]
- Is Fresh Food Always Better than Frozen? (Diet [Last Updated On: August 18th, 2011] [Originally Added On: August 18th, 2011]
- CBS News The Feed - The insect diet: Save money and lose weight [Last Updated On: August 19th, 2011] [Originally Added On: August 19th, 2011]
- Kim Kardashian's Diet Secrets (Diet [Last Updated On: August 25th, 2011] [Originally Added On: August 25th, 2011]
- Vitiligo (Diet [Last Updated On: August 30th, 2011] [Originally Added On: August 30th, 2011]
- Day 48 - Juicing Diet Still On Track! [Last Updated On: September 1st, 2011] [Originally Added On: September 1st, 2011]
- Miracle Beer Diet [Last Updated On: September 2nd, 2011] [Originally Added On: September 2nd, 2011]
- Day 54 - Juide Diet Plan Update! [Last Updated On: September 7th, 2011] [Originally Added On: September 7th, 2011]
- Car-Free Diet Street Talk Episode 6 [Last Updated On: September 9th, 2011] [Originally Added On: September 9th, 2011]
- "Maggie Goes on a Diet" Author Paul Kramer Defends Controversial Teen Dieting Book [Last Updated On: September 12th, 2011] [Originally Added On: September 12th, 2011]
- Lolligagging + starting a diet [Last Updated On: September 18th, 2011] [Originally Added On: September 18th, 2011]
- Perfect Skin Foods (Diet [Last Updated On: September 21st, 2011] [Originally Added On: September 21st, 2011]
- HCG Diet Weight Loss Success Stories on National TV by Dr. Oz [Last Updated On: September 24th, 2011] [Originally Added On: September 24th, 2011]
- Shape Ups Fitness Shoes (Diet [Last Updated On: September 25th, 2011] [Originally Added On: September 25th, 2011]
- MythBusters - Diet Coke [Last Updated On: September 26th, 2011] [Originally Added On: September 26th, 2011]
- Pregnancy Diet - For Mom [Last Updated On: September 26th, 2011] [Originally Added On: September 26th, 2011]
- Diet Coke + Mentos = ...What really Happened? [Last Updated On: September 26th, 2011] [Originally Added On: September 26th, 2011]
- My Raw Food Diet Starts Today [Last Updated On: September 29th, 2011] [Originally Added On: September 29th, 2011]
- Henry VIII's diet [Last Updated On: October 3rd, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 3rd, 2011]
- Kate Middleton's Extreme Diet [Last Updated On: October 3rd, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 3rd, 2011]
- DIET RECIPE - Healthy Tuna Salad Recipe [Last Updated On: October 4th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 4th, 2011]
- Diet Health FAQ: Food Cravings, Motivation, My Routines, Groceries etc [Last Updated On: October 4th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 4th, 2011]
- Your Healthy Skin Diet (Beauty [Last Updated On: October 5th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 5th, 2011]
- World's Heaviest Mom Going On Diet [Last Updated On: October 5th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 5th, 2011]
- Diabetes Food. How can alkaline diet change your life [Last Updated On: October 5th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 5th, 2011]
- The Diet Solution Program - My Personal Review [Last Updated On: October 5th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 5th, 2011]
- The #1 Diet mistake to lose weight [Last Updated On: October 5th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 5th, 2011]
- Car-Free Diet Street Talk Episode 10 [Last Updated On: October 5th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 5th, 2011]
- FRANCE 24 Health - Feel-good diets [Last Updated On: October 6th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 6th, 2011]
- The Food Revolution - AHS 2011 [Last Updated On: October 6th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 6th, 2011]
- The NEW Fat Tax | Government Diet Plan [Last Updated On: October 6th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 6th, 2011]
- 5 Signs of a Bad Diet (Diet [Last Updated On: October 6th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 6th, 2011]
- The Talk - Rocco DiSpirito's Diet Tips [Last Updated On: October 6th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 6th, 2011]
- The Battle of the Diets: Is Anyone Winning (At Losing?) [Last Updated On: October 8th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 8th, 2011]
- Drunk Diet Office Exercises [Last Updated On: October 8th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 8th, 2011]
- Jim and Matt Talk Diet [Last Updated On: October 9th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 9th, 2011]
- 111009 Diet Survival BigsTory KARA Cut [Last Updated On: October 11th, 2011] [Originally Added On: October 11th, 2011]