It keeps him on his toes. A Long Island ballroom-dance instructor doesn’t know the meaning of de-feet — running six marathons barefoot, including four in New York City. “I do get, periodically, a little shard of glass or something in my foot, and what I say is that that’s what the bib pins are for,” … Read more
So long, saltines and applesauce — modern moms-to-be are turning to performance products to boost energy during pregnancy and labor like athletes. “It makes total sense,” Lauren Puretz, an OB-GYN and ultrarunner in Colorado Springs, Colo., told The Post. Whether logging miles or carrying a child, the feats take fuel — and sometimes sports nutrition … Read more
Katie Nolan thinks Sophie Cunningham isn’t seeing the true picture when it comes to her comments on transgenders athletes partaking in women’s sports. The Fever star expressed during a recent ESPN interview that she supports banning trans athletes from competing in women’s sports because she wants to protect female athletes and that her views did … Read more
WWE star Charlotte Flair is mourning the death of a heroic young superfan — whose brave battle with a rare cancer rewrote her outlook on life, she told The Post. Eight-year-old Scarlett Guillen was given only six months to live, but defied the odds for nearly three years. Now she’s making an impact on her … Read more
After the Knicks clinched their first NBA title in 53 years, guard Jose Alvarado Jr. invited his dad to the locker room, where an epic merch drop took place. “He gave me his whole uniform, his jersey, shorts, sneakers, headband, the champion shirt. . . . He said, ‘Pa, hold this. It’s wet, but put … Read more
Skip the protein shakes. This unconventional pre-workout might already be in your pantry — and you don’t even have to eat it. Sports researchers in Malaysia found that offering a whiff of chocolate to people while working out helped them increase their performance during leg exercises. “We know olfaction is powerfully wired into the brain’s … Read more
Rams offensive lineman Alaric Jackson will not face criminal charges over allegations he got physical with his pregnant girlfriend — at least, not now. Ivor Pine, a spokesperson for the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office, said in a message to The California Post on Tuesday that prosecutors have opted to not file a case against … Read more
Don’t bother offering Ilona Maher a green juice. The Olympic bronze medalist is one of the most powerful forces on the rugby pitch — but off it, she doesn’t follow the kind of restrictive diet you might expect from a professional athlete. “I don’t like health foods,” Maher, 29, told The Post. “I’m such a … Read more
These are some MVP puppies. Five rescue pups coming to Long Island this weekend to be placed with foster families were named after the NBA World Champion Knicks starters. Jalen, KAT, OG, Josh and Bridges were given their Knicks names by the animal rescue Ollie’s Angels in Greenlawn, which got news of their births the … Read more
They’re sweeping the country — and raising questions in the locker room. At least one in eight American adults say they’ve used a GLP-1 drug such as Ozempic or Wegovy to lose weight or manage a chronic health condition, a stunning rise in just a few years. And while top athletes may seem unlikely candidates … Read more
After Lady Liberty, this would probably be NYC’s most popular statue. The King of New York Jalen Brunson has a shot at getting a 6′ 2” replica in bronze just blocks from Madison Square Garden. Benjamin Cohen, founder of the popular @newyorkers social media channels, is on a mission to make the baller move happen … Read more
Europeans — and perhaps particularly, Brits — have “had a go” at Americans on social media over our reliance on ice water and A/C during the summer. Now, we’re watching them learn in real-time how intense the US heat can be at the World Cup. “We owe Americans an apology,” a UK creator posted after … Read more
Like a fairytale princess on a magic carpet ride, Dee Vel-Baque’s ready to explore a whole new world of dating. But without a genie to grant her romantic wish, the New Jerseyan’s letting it all ride on the sexy soccer fanatics — and professional athletes, if she’s lucky — in town for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, … Read more
Call it a run-in with reality. OpenAI executive Maggie Hott has crossed the finish lines of two Ironman triathlons and 21 marathons, describing herself as a “very, very, very healthy person.” Two years ago, the mother of two decided to find out exactly how healthy she is. A good friend suggested she undergo testing at … Read more
Ophthalmology is the highest paying career on average in California, new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show. The average wage for the role, which is specializing in eye care, is a staggering $347,690 while the state’s average income for all earners is just $80,690, the data from May 2025 said. Ophthalmologists rake in a … Read more
Charles Barkley said American society is still unfriendly toward gay people in the aftermath of the death of Jason Collins, the ex-Net who made history in 2013 by becoming the first active Big Four (MLB, NFL, NHL and NBA) athlete to announce he was gay. Barkley believes there are more male athletes who are gay … Read more
Top NBA hopeful Darryn Peterson said a popular supplement left him with debilitating symptoms that sidelined his game and made him fear for his life. Peterson, 19, recalled being rushed to the hospital with extremely painful cramps during a workout last fall. “I made it to the training room and just started begging them to … Read more
Michael Jordan has been named the biggest icon in American sports history by fans around the world, research shows. A study of 10,000 fans of US sports found the NBA star ranked first in the poll, closely followed by basketball player Kobe Bryant, baseball pitcher and hitter Shohei Ohtani and LeBron James. Other stars to appear on … Read more
A popular gym supplement could be doing squat. While some supplements have scientifically-backed benefits, not all do the heavy lifting they claim to by building muscle, enhancing power output and boosting brain performance. And the impacts of one especially popular addition to any gym-goer’s routine actually depend on three major factors. Despite its safety and … Read more
Your adult race destiny may be determined at birth. Ultra-endurance events have surged in popularity, with more than 150,000 North Americans racing ultramarathons (a distance longer than the standard 26.2-mile marathon) last year. And while these hardcore events can prematurely age vital parts of the body, one factor may shape how the body responds to … Read more