matt i didnt say that to flame you bro. these guys took it to the next level. i know your put everything you have got into your body, i respect that, but you gotta realize that professionals do the same, have being doing the same since they were young, and also have great genetics.
its foolish to think that pros dont train hard. why would they be pro's in they didnt love the sport, or at least training? certainly not for the money, or for the health benefits.