The training periods, strict diets, and a disciplined life ever since they were kids, an athlete faces a lot of pressure. They set goals for themselves and burden a country’s pressure on their backs. Although tasting success is a unique feeling, in the end, the steps to success are tough. The 2020 documentary ‘The Weight of Gold’ showcases some of the best athletes in the world, including legendary swimmer Michael Phelps.

A robotic life from his young days, Phelps felt immense pressure growing up as an athlete. With the ultimate focus being an Olympic gold medalist, the process was strenuous. As a result of immense focus, he fell into depression post the Olympics. However, what surprised him was that other athletes also faced the same problems.

Michael Phelps stunned to see the outcome

Preparing for the Olympics is a tough task for every athlete. In a matter of moments, they can understand if their dreams will become a reality. Some of them achieve it while others can’t. Hence, preparations are tough for most of them. In the weight of those expectations, athletes remain focused on the task ahead, rather than on other moments in their lives. This is where the problem arises.

Every single time, Phelps spoke about falling into depression after the Olympics. Hence, he was amazed to see what other athletes felt, and that they did not have anyone besides them during their tough moments. “I was shocked at just how similar our answers were. We were all saying, like, nobody helps us, and we’re just products. And our stories are pretty much the same.” said Phelps.

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It is just disappointing to see these athletes striving hard to bring glory to themselves and the nation while not being able to open up about their feeling. The documentary showcases the troubles these athletes faced during their careers. It brings us fans, a perspective on the struggles they went through.

Struggled with depression

Just like Phelps, stars like Shaun White, Apolo Ohno, and many more spoke about their feelings. It was a collective feeling altogether and fans could know the struggles they went through. He had talked about falling into depression after every Olympic Games and his first depression came after the 2004 Athens Olympics. The hardest it hit him was after the 2012 London Olympics. Phelps couldn’t take it anymore and retired from swimming.

However, the aqua gladiator returned to his pool to showcase his stunning talents. He returned to the 2016 Rio Olympics and bid goodbye after a sensational performance.

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It is just an outstanding achievement from the greatest swimmer of all time, although his path to redemption was hard.