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Gold Medalist Shares Clear Solution to America’s Problem With Olympic Sports

Gold Medalist Shares Clear Solution to America’s Problem With Olympic Sports

America has produced some of the greatest Olympic champions. However, for many children, the journey to becoming an Olympic athlete now starts at a very young age.

Gymnastics News / EssentiallySports / October 20
US Olympic Legend Reflects on How Her Coach Shaped the Way She Looked at Sports

US Olympic Legend Reflects on How Her Coach Shaped the Way She Looked at Sports

For many young gymnasts, the dream of becoming an Olympic champion comes with years of demanding training, sacrifices, and pressure to perform. But Shawn Johnson East had a different experience growing up in the sport.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / November 20
‘Special Forces’ Winners Reveal Hardest Part of the Course, Their Family’s Reactions & More

‘Special Forces’ Winners Reveal Hardest Part of the Course, Their Family’s Reactions & More

Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test crowned its winners during the Thursday, November 20, finale. Heading into the final day of the course, five recruits remained: Kody Brown, Andrew East, Shawn Johnson, Brianna LaPaglia, and Gia Giudice.

Did ’Special Forces’ Star Shawn Johnson Have an Eating Disorder? Everything She’s Said

Did ’Special Forces’ Star Shawn Johnson Have an Eating Disorder? Everything She’s Said

Shawn Johnson is no stranger to putting her body through the most rigorous challenges, which is why she’s a top contender on Season 4 of Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test.

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20 times Olympians have appeared on scripted TV shows

20 times Olympians have appeared on scripted TV shows

These 20 Olympians do more than just dominate in their sport. They can act, too! Check them out below.

Gymnastics News / Yardbarker
20 obscure sports that were once Olympic events

20 obscure sports that were once Olympic events

Everyone knows about swimming and gymnastics, but there are tons of other Olympic sports that you've probably never even heard of. 

Entertainment News / Yardbarker
Athletes who have appeared on reality TV shows

Athletes who have appeared on reality TV shows

From Super Bowl champions to Olympic gold medalists, these professional athletes have surprisingly provided reality television viewers with some of the most entertaining and memorable content of the 21st century. 

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