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The 2024 Summer Olympics may seem like they’re ages away — after all, we still have to get through the upcoming 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing — but the Games have already been making headlines since France was confirmed as the host nation in 2017. We took the liberty of rounding up everything that’s been

Whether you’re trying to lose weight or you’re simply working out to stay healthy, it can be hard to determine how many calories you need to burn to meet your goals. And even if you know that number, it can seem trickier still to figure out exactly how much time and effort you’ll need to

We understand that hunting down a quality pair of running shoes that won’t break the bank is tricky. Plus, if you’re a runner, you know the difference between a supportive and neutral shoe, and you definitely have a preference. Luckily for you, we scoured Amazon and found the very best options for all types of

Part of the excitement of watching the Olympics is seeing the gorgeous gymnastics uniforms! If you practice gymnastics yourself, or you’re just Simone Biles‘s biggest fan, you can buy official replica leotards inspired by the Games. So far there are just two worn during podium training, but there should be nine total — eight women’s

When it comes to elite gymnastics, the days of the famed “perfect 10” are long gone. Today, gymnastics is scored using a complex, two-pronged system, with one set of points awarded for the difficulty of a gymnast’s skills and another set awarded for how well those skills are executed. It’s the difficulty score that gets

For those suffering from IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), the bloating, stomach pain, constipation, and diarrhea are just some of the uncomfortable and sometimes debilitating symptoms. But can IBS also cause weight gain? Here’s what registered dietitian and gut health expert, Jessie Wong, MAcc, RDN, LD, who specializes in IBS, and NYC internist and gastroenterologist, Niket

@nbcolympics My heavens, Simone Biles. #gymnastics #gymtrials21 #tokyoolympics #fyp ♬ original sound – NBCOlympics Simone Biles could post a video of herself opening the mail, and I would be captivated. This legendary gymnast has seven national championships, five Olympic medals, and several signature moves that bear her name — and she’s poised to make history

If you ever wondered how pole vaulters practice their pole vaulting, here you go. #TokyoOlympics (📽️ @sandicheekspv) @usatf pic.twitter.com/g0OI1K8NkH — #TokyoOlympics (@NBCOlympics) July 20, 2021 Pole vaulters make it look so effortless: they run, stick their massive poles in the ground, and leap over super-high bars onto a mat. But have you ever been curious

It’s the Olympic storyline the country can’t stop talking about: Allyson Felix is headed to her fifth Olympic Games. This Olympics is special not only because it’s Felix’s first as a mom, but also because she could leave Tokyo as the most decorated Olympian in women’s track and field history. The nine-time Olympic medalist needs

An Olympic gymnastics alternate from the United States tested positive for COVID-19 on July 18, according to a statement sent to the Associated Press from USA Gymnastics (USAG). “After reviewing the implemented COVID protocols with members of the delegation, the local government determined that the affected replacement athlete and one other replacement athlete would be

Coco Gauff will not be competing in the Olympics this year. On July 18, the tennis pro released a statement on Twitter revealing she won’t be part of Team USA after a recent COVID-19 diagnosis. “I am so disappointed to share the news that I have tested positive for COVID and won’t be able to

From backyard pickup games to Tokyo — Samantha and Kristie Mewis have made history as the first siblings to be named to the Olympic roster of the US Women’s National Team (USWNT). Their journey to Tokyo started back in their hometown of Hanson, MA, where Sam credits her older sister for always pushing her and

Prioritizing your well-being is always a good idea, but sometimes it can get expensive, and that’s not fun. But, fear not. We found some items we use on the daily, and others we’ve been wanting to try, that will seriously up our wellness game. The best part is, not one of them is over $50.

[embedded content] In 2019, Simone Biles became the first woman gymnast to land a triple-double in her floor routine — that’s a triple-twisting double backflip, if you’re unfamiliar. The move has since become a staple in her competitive performances, and it’s always met with enthusiasm by commentators and the crowd. Here’s why it’s such a

Whatever her medal count at the end of the Games, Katie Ledecky will almost certainly make Olympic history in Tokyo. This Summer Olympics marks the first time that women will be allowed to compete in the 1,500-meter freestyle, an event that Ledecky is predicted to dominate. Five years ago, Ledecky was crowned the most decorated

If you haven’t heard the name Hend Zaza before, expect to hear a lot more about her soon: after winning the West Asian Olympic Qualification Tournament, the 12-year-old table tennis player from Syria — who was just 11 when she qualified for the Games in 2020 — is set to become the youngest athlete to

Tara Davis qualified for the Tokyo Olympics in the long jump. She’s a University of Texas transfer who is the collegiate indoor and outdoor women’s long jump record holder, and her reaction to securing a trip overseas was one of genuine joy. Her boyfriend of more than four years, University of Arkansas All-American Hunter Woodhall,

Grace McCallum was one of the elite gymnasts named to the US women’s artistic gymnastics team heading to the summer Tokyo Olympics this summer. The 18-year-old from Minnesota came in fourth place at the 2021 Olympic Gymnastics Trials at the end of June and was subsequently added into the last two remaining spots on the

Ever experience a runner’s high so intense you felt like you could outrun a thunderstorm? Well, with Under Armour’s collection of high-performance jackets, it’s a real possibility. Whether you’re looking for a jacket to wear in the rain, during every warmup, or for post-workout recovery, Under Armour technology is designed to help you push through.

If I forget to track my menstrual cycle on my period-tracking app, there are two symptoms that always let me know that my flow is about to begin: night sweats or hot flashes. For the longest time I thought it was just a coincidence, but throughout the years, I’ve heard so many of my friends

Surfing will make its Olympic debut this summer in Tokyo, and American pro surfer Carissa Moore is ready. Moore has said that the addition of surfing to the 2021 Olympics is “a really big moment” for the sport, adding that competing at the Games is something she never even imagined for herself. “The Olympics wasn’t

Like any sport, tennis has its own language. One term that can help you better understand the game and how it’s scored is break point. A break point occurs when two conditions are met: 1) one player is one point away from a win, and 2) their opponent is serving. Essentially, in order to win

Potatoes have gotten a bad reputation for causing weight gain since they’re high in carbs, but POPSUGAR spoke to registered dietitian Kate Coufal, MS, RDN, LDN, who explained that potatoes can actually promote weight loss. I’m living proof because I’ve been eating potatoes every day for three months and was able to lose 10 pounds,

The Wimbledon Finals matchup is set, and it’s a good one. World No. 1 Ashleigh Barty of Australia and No. 13 Karolína Plíšková are set to face off at Center Court on Saturday. Barty (above), 25, has one Grand Slam to her name (the 2019 French Open) but is looking to become the first Australian

It’s time for another week of live workouts on POPSUGAR’s Instagram and YouTube channel, and we’ve got some good ones for you. You’ll stretch it out and sweat with a barre routine, hit the beat with dance cardio, get kicking with kickboxing, and finish it up with a low-impact, high-intensity bodyweight session. Check out the

Special Olympics Florida athlete Chris Nikic set a record last November as the first person with Down syndrome to finish an Ironman race, which includes swimming 2.4 miles, biking 112 miles, and running a full 26.2-mile marathon. To complete an Ironman, you must finish in 17 hours, and Nikic completed the race in 16 hours,

Maya Moore and Jonathan Irons at the 2021 ESPY Awards on July 10. Image Source: Getty / Michael Loccisano In 2019, WNBA player Maya Moore put her successful basketball career on hold to help overturn the 50-year prison sentence of Jonathan Irons, who was convicted of burglary and assault at the age of 18. In

The opening ceremonies of the Olympics are always a chance for the host country to put on a spectacular show, making them one of the most anticipated moments of the Summer Games. Although the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo will be unlike any Games before them, all eyes will undoubtedly be on Japan’s Olympic Stadium when