Stephen Nedoroscik Wears Glasses Due to Strabismus. Here’s What That Is

Olympian Stephen Nedoroscik—a.k.a. “The Pommel Horse guy”—introduced Americans to more than just a niche sporting event when he helped the U.S. men’s gymnastics team clinch a bronze medal on July 29. He also raised awareness for an eye condition called strabismus, the apparent reason for the now-viral glasses he wears while waiting for his turn … Read more

What Olympic Athletes Eat to Have All That Energy

The athletes selected to compete at the most elite level must be extremely regimented to get there. That includes paying close attention to nutrition. We asked eight Olympic athletes—including track-and-field, cycling, and volleyball stars—what they eat to fuel their bodies. Helen Maroulis [time-brightcove not-tgx=”true”] Helen Maroulis is the first U.S. female wrestler to qualify for … Read more