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Who are you excited to watch in the Olympics this year? Which country will take home the most medals? How is the air quality affecting the Olympic athletes? Find out what the Active folks are saying about the big games and join the conversation.
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Gale Bernhardt
Cycling and triathlon coach for Olympians, elite racers and age-groupers alike.
Do not read further if you don't want to know before seeing the race on TV... No Americans on the podium in the men's race. But what a foot race to the finish. Great to watch! 1 - Jan Frodeno "Frodo" (GER) 2 - Simon Whitfield (CAN) - 2000 Gold medalist 3 - Bevan Docherty (NZL) - 2004 Silver medalist...
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