Olympic Pros Shawn Johnson, Natalie Coughlin, and Mia Hamm Share Their Healthy Snack Ideas


Updated 05/08/12 9:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How Olympic Athletes Snack

Being an Olympic veteran means three things: you're a world-class athlete, you're used to hectic schedules, and you know how to travel smart. So who better to ask about how to stay healthy while being on the go than a few famous Olympic athletes? Whether you're snacking at home or need something to grab and go, here are recommendations from veteran Olympians Natalie Coughlin, Mia Hamm, and Shawn Read more

Natalie Coughlin: An Olympian Who Loves Food as Much as We Do


Updated 04/26/12 10:47 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Natalie Coughlin Interview About Food

What do backyard chickens and 11 Olympic medals have in common? Natalie Coughlin, that's what. The gold medalist and world champion is gearing up for the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, while cultivating a healthy interest in all things food-related. From growing vegetables in her own backyard in Lafayette, CA to her highly effective method of kitchen organization, Natalie gives us the scoop on Read more

Swimmer Natalie Coughlin on Pilates, Plums, and Backstroking For Gold


Updated 03/06/12 10:21 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Swimmer Natalie Coughlin's Olympic Training Schedule

Swimming always makes a splash at the Summer games, and Natalie Coughlin did just that in Beijing by becoming the first American woman to win six medals in one Olympics. A serious foodie as well as a gold medalist, Natalie took time out of her intense schedule to talk about her plans for London and how cooking calms her. Natalie's training day starts with a 4:30 a.m. wake-up, and she's at the Read more

Olympian Natalie Coughlin Dives Into Beauty


Updated 02/06/12 3:10 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 0 comments

How to Keep Hair and Skin Safe From Pool Water

Two-time Olympic champion Natalie Coughlin is legendary for her 100 meter backstroke, impossible to beat as part of the freestyle relay team, and one of Team USA's brightest hopes for this year's London games. We met up with her at a shoot for her new Pantene ad and discovered that Natalie's also quite the glamour puss when she's on dry land. "I'm a girlie girl when I have the chance," she said. Read more

Natalie Coughlin: From the Olympics to DWTS


Updated 03/17/10 5:36 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 3 comments

Interview With Olympian and Dancing With the Stars Contestant Natalie Coughlin

Last season on Dancing With the Stars, we saw gold medal gymnast Shawn Johnson win gold, and this year we're watching Olympic swimmer Natalie Coughlin compete on land. She made it through the first week, dancing a salsa with Alec Mazo and wowed us last night with her quick step. Although busy dancing and rehearsing, Natalie took time out of her day to answer a few questions on topics ranging Read more

Natalie Coughlin's Pre-Wedding Run


Updated 06/30/09 11:22 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

Natalie Coughlin's Pre-Wedding Run

She may have made her athletic mark in the pool, but Olympic medalist Natalie Coughlin also loves to run. She began running in college as part of her aerobic conditioning regimen. Once she graduated from UC Berkeley, she continued to run to help calm her energetic pooch — a border terrier. But running doesn't just calm her dog; it works for her, too. When Runner's World asked Natalie if she Read more

Olympic Style


Updated 08/14/08 5:00 PM · Posted by FabSugar · 0 comments

Fashionable Olympic Uniforms and Moments

Go team go! My obsession with the Olympics has not diminished this week, it's grown. I knew there had to be some style to such amazing events, and I found it. Who said uniforms were blah? Not I. Maybe Ralph Lauren's Opening Ceremony ones were, but how do you feel about the American male swimmers' red, white, and sexy all over swimsuits? Click on for sportif style and the aforementioned swimsuits Read more

Train Like Backstroke Champ Natalie Coughlin


Updated 09/16/08 8:13 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 5 comments

Backstroke Drill by Natalie Coughlin

Congrats to Natalie Coughlin, the reigning Olympic queen of the 100-meter backstroke! A stroke I have learned to love. Coughlin is the first woman to win repeat gold medals in this event, which is impressive considering her world record was broken in the semifinals by college rival, Kirsty Conventry of Zimbabwe, and that Natalie was having trouble swimming straight. I have that problem too and Read more

What's Yummy This Week


Updated 04/28/12 4:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Top Stories April 21 to 28

If you like sweet potato fries, you'll love sweet potato hash browns. Olympian Natalie Coughlin tells us why she loves food just as much as we do. Watch Mario Batali show off his kitchen, his "second favorite room" in the house. Chefs Club: the next frontier in dining. A few kitchenwares we wish we'd registered for — and a few more we wish we hadn't! Our top five Spring fruits and what to Read more

Think Like a Pro: 10 Diet and Exercise Tips From Athletes


Updated 03/13/12 3:41 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Exercise and Weight Loss Tips From Pro Athletes

Whether you're ramping up your diet and exercise for bikini season, or you just want to be as healthy as you can be, look no further — we've got a plan for you, courtesy of professional athletes like Olympic swimmer Natalie Coughlin, Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson, pro boxer Cara Castronuova, and pro soccer player Leslie Osborne (and a must-read tip from Serena Williams). Your best bet for Read more