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Joey Chestnut Reveals ‘Burping’ Prep for Hot Dog Eating Contest

Joey Chestnut reveals his prep routine for Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest including yoga, burping exercises and staying calm before competing

Joey Chestnut revealed how he uses “burping exercises” and dietary restrictions to prepare for his return to the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest on July 4. The world record-holding competitive eater, 41, will make his comeback to the Coney Island, New York contest this year, after previously being banned due to an endorsement deal with a plant-based product. Nothing is more American than watching Joey Chestnut participate in the annual Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest on the 4th of July — but there’s more to know about the man behind the meat.

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