Do you or your kids have a burning food, nutrition, fitness, lifestyle or all around silly question for Olympic gold medal-winning gymnast Shawn Johnson and current Olympic hopefuls? 20 of your questions will be answered by several amazing, inspiring athletes during the Summer Olympics.
As part of P&G’s “Thank you, Mom” campaign, Shawn and the other athletes want to tell you what you really really want to know, so please–post your questions* below!
*Feel free to ask Shawn a question, OR post a generic question to any of the athletes.
Disclosure: No goods or services were accepted in exchange for this post.
Hi Shawn!
You are the best! I have always been a big fan of yours! I have always wanted to know what it feels like to stand on the olympic podium listening to the Star-Spangled Banner play?
Jill
Dear Hope Solo,
I’m such a huge fan! I’ve played goalie for a while now, and I think that you are such an inspiration. What are some of your pre-game workouts to prep you for the big game?
Stef
When getting in shape for the olympics, what food did want the most but couldn’t have?
Hi! I am such a fan of the Olympics! Is there any advice you would give your young fans about how to stay motivated in their chosen sport?
Hi Shawn!! I am so excited to watch the Olympics! What is your daily food regimen? Good luck !
Hi Shawn! Do you exercise daily when you’re not in training for the Olympics? If so, what do you do everyday? You’re going to do great!!
Hi Shawn ! I love watching you perform! I am so excited! Do you find it difficult to maintain relationships with friends and family even with all the time you spend training?
Hi Shawn,
I know it takes a lot of time and motivation to prep for the Olympics. What is a standard day like? Good luck!
Hi Shawn! What is the one food you never eat, even when you have a break from training? Good luck!
Hi Shawn! What is the difference between your diet when you are training for the Olympics or a competition versus your diet during an off season? Thanks! -Ally
Hi! I absolutely love watching the Olympics! How do you control your nerves when getting ready for the competition?
Hi Shawn! Can’t wait to watch you this year. What do you do during the year to train for the olympics?
Hi Shawn! Just wondering what the first thing you plan on doing once the games are over…how are you going to relax and reward yourself for working so hard?!
Hi Shawn! I am a huge fan and have loved watching you over compete over the years. I am wondering who are you most looking forward to watching at this year’s Olympics?
Hi Shawn! I have to say, you have been one of my favorites to watch on Dancing With the Stars. I am so glad you will be back for a second season. How does training for DWTS compare with training for a competition?
Maya,
Shawn is retired BUT will be a commentator and will interview tons of athletes…hope you still watch and enjoy ladies’ gymnastics!!
Hi Shawn!! What age were you when you first started gymnastics? What made you want to take this up? Good luck!!
What is your post Olympics routine?