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
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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
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,
A game of tennis is one of our favorite summer activities; not only is it a great way to get in your cardio, but it’s also our opinion that tennis clothes are the cutest athletic apparel out there. Adorable dresses and skirts are the definition of athleisure and feel at home both on the court
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.
Winning a gold medal at the Olympics is the pinnacle of an athlete’s career. But if you’ve ever wondered if that treasured gold medal is actually made of gold, you’re not alone. The answer is yes and no, stemming from circumstances that go back more than a century. According to the International Olympic Committee, gold
During the height of lockdown in the UK, we spoke to Peloton instructor Leanne Hainsby about how she puts together her sparkly, mood-boosting playlists — the ones that were keeping many of our spirits up during those dark and dreary months stuck at home. Hainsby divulged a lot of great tidbits, from her historically very
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
In less than a month, Simone Biles will be leading the four-person US women’s gymnastics team to what could be Team USA’s third straight Olympic gold. Individually, Biles — who has already racked up an impressive number of Olympic medals — could tie or break the record for the most gold medals won by a
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,
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,
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
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
Simone Manuel is headed to Tokyo, and we couldn’t be more excited to watch this now two-time Olympian compete. Though she won’t be swimming in the 100-meter freestyle — the event in which she won individual gold in Rio five years ago — the 24-year-old Texas native secured her spot on Team USA after winning
According to Tokyo-Games-bound long-distance runner Aliphine Tuliamuk, nothing is harder than 50 hours of labor — not any of the 26.2-mile races she’s ever done. “At least I know where the finish line is during a marathon,” she told POPSUGAR via email. Tuliamuk, whose daughter Zoe was born in January, requested that her baby accompany
When we think of tennis, we think of Venus Williams. She’s been an icon for what feels like forever, and so when she came out with her line of activewear, Eleven by Venus Williams, it felt like a natural fit. Tennis and tennis clothes are having a moment right now, with more people picking up