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As with everything involving ultracompetitive athletes, even the innocent pickleball games got heated.

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In general, only the elderly and professional athletes need to worry about adding extra protein to their diets, he explains.

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One athlete might think it’s fun to wake up with a cold plunge, a half-hour plank and 1000 free throws at 4 a.m.

Winston’s comments indicate a common problem that many athletes face when they are thrust into stardom and given millions of dollars at a young age.

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The 2028 Olympics will celebrate hosting more female than male athletes by featuring the high profile women’s 100-meter final on Day 1 of competition.

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