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as in gymnastics
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as in sport
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Olympic gymnastics gold medalist Carly Patterson is 38.—
Tribune Content Agency,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Feb. 2026 -
Like that was, had a lot to do with my gymnastics upbringing.—
Outside Online,
Outside Online,
4 Feb. 2026
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Carolina Panthers star receiver Tetairoa McMillan was named the NFL's 2025 Offensive Rookie of the Year just hours after apologizing for using a racial slur during an e-sports event Wednesday night.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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The move marks a broader trend from the brand, which has been increasing its visibility to new markets through the world of sports, and, at the moment, none is hotter than that of F1.—
Blake Buettner,
Robb Report,
5 Feb. 2026
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Moderate-intensity—your effort feels like a 4 to 6 on a scale of 1 to 10—cardio can include low-impact aerobic workouts like brisk walking, light cycling, elliptical use, swimming, water aerobics, hiking, rowing, and stair climbing.—
Cheyenne Buckingham,
SELF,
6 Feb. 2026
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Greta Lee and Jodie Turner-Smith also appear in the video as a singer and aerobics instructor, respectively, shown on the television screen.—
Lexy Perez,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Feb. 2026
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Although the College Football Playoff will remain a 12-team field in 2026, the tournament's committee has unveiled postseason dates and bowl sites for the next two seasons.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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In the Mission League, Sierra Canyon, Notre Dame, Crespi and Loyola earned automatic playoff berths for advancing to the league tournament semifinal.—
Tarek Fattal,
Daily News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Khelif has appealed the new policy that will keep the athlete out of any competitions pending the results of genetic testing.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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During the second annual competition in October, the team from La Marmotte restaurant, also located downtown, won with a concoction of Nikka Vodka, Luxardo Espresso liqueur, Irish cream, and Count Chocula and Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereals.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
5 Feb. 2026
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On Instagram, several of those Lowe’s worked with throughout his career also shared tributes to the late bodybuilding star.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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Despite decades of research supporting creatine’s benefits, the category has remained largely stagnant, defined by powders, poor absorption, and a narrow focus on bodybuilding.—
Gabby Shacknai,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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England, the Netherlands and Algeria are also expected to base in the Kansas City-area during the global soccer tourney.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
6 Feb. 2026
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In boys tourneys, Hagerty continued its winning ways as the champ in the 40th Annual Flagler Rotary Tournament.—
Buddy Collings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 Feb. 2026
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The challenge is confirming biological activity while eliminating non-biologic explanations.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
9 Feb. 2026
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During his 156-day trial, prosecutors accused him of conspiring with six former Apple Daily staffers, two activists and others to request foreign forces to impose sanctions or blockades or engage in other hostile activities against Hong Kong or China.—
Kanis Leung,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Athletics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/athletics. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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