""I dated an international swimmer. He was up every morning at 5 to swim, came back to eat, cuddle, and sleep; then did the same thing in the afternoon. He was really good at balancing his training and the relationship, which I don't think I fully appreciated in the moment. His shoulders took up like 3/4 of the bed, which I guess was a blessing and a curse. The biggest downside was that no matter how much he showered, everything always smelled a bit like chlorine.""
""European basketball player. He brought up routinely how he could have been in the NBA if his family had more money and resources when he was younger. He was also really proud of himself for not cheating on me, and mad that I wasn't praising him for it. Definitely had body image issues. We had very incompatible life views and goals. Okay. One time, we were having sex, and he was checking himself out, pointing at his reflection and giving himself a thumbs up. Yes, it was exactly like Patrick Bateman in American Psycho.""
""Does an ex-pro athlete count? I dated a former German gymnast. She needed surgery at some point and decided to drop her career and move into sports marketing rather than struggle when she knew she wouldn't be able to maintain the same level. She was obviously very healthy and very focused, but also very critical of pro sports, especially the money and media side of it. That was great for me.""
Dating a professional athlete presents distinct challenges and benefits. Many shared experiences reveal the demanding training schedules, constant travel, and competitive nature of athletes. Some relationships thrive despite these challenges, while others face significant issues, such as body image concerns and incompatible life goals. The experiences shared range from humorous to heartbreaking, highlighting the complexities of maintaining a relationship with someone deeply committed to their sport.
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