Simone Biles is celebrated not solely for her victories but also for her resilience in the face of adversity. Her openness about grappling with the “twisties,” a mental obstacle in gymnastics, adds depth to her journey. This highlights that even the most accomplished athletes encounter internal challenges. At the 2021 Olympic Games in Tokyo, Simone Biles bravely chose to prioritize her mental health over competition, a decision that made waves globally.

With the Summer Games in Paris on the horizon, Simone Biles takes center stage in a captivating new ad that heralds the launch of Coca-Cola’s sports drink’s Olympic campaign, but the advertisement is more than that, as its motive is something even greater. The gob smacking realities were personally narrated by Biles herself, albeit with some ad level cinematic brilliance.

A momentary Achilles Heel in Simone Biles’ professional sojourn

The advertisement begins with a close-up picture of Simone Biles, her face reflecting the weight of the world as a cacophony of media noise surrounds her. Headlines blur together, with phrases like “Simone Biles, greatest gymnast, says I’m not myself” and “This is the greatest athlete seen ever” bombarding her senses. Yet, amidst the chaos, Biles opens her eyes and takes a deep breath, steeling herself for the challenge ahead.

As the scene transitions to the vault, Biles tunes out the external noise and begins her routine. However, her inner turmoil manifests vividly as she hears her own voice reflecting on her struggles. She witnesses scenes from her personal life unfolding in slow motion while in mid-air. Enveloped in a dreamlike sequence that intertwines pivotal moments from her career and cherished memories of family gatherings, sharing pizza, and playful interactions with her dogs.

Amidst the drivel of media commentary echoing in her mind, phrases like, “When you’re the greatest ever, you want everything you do to be the greatest, and we haven’t seen that from her tonight,“ Biles confronts her inner demons and intrusive thoughts. She further showed what a true athlete is capable of.

In a moment of self reflection, Simone Biles comes to terms with her identity. She expressed,, “I felt broken. That’s why I decided to take a pause….I had to prove all the haters wrong that I’m not a quitter.” One moment you’re on top of the world, and the next you find yourself gasping for air.” This commercial served as a nudge that in challenging times, there is always a way to push forward. But who was the genius behind this exceptional advertisement?

Powerade is a catalyst for athletes’ mental health

Powerade’s latest campaign, rooted in the “Pause Is Power” platform launched in 2022, emphasizes athletes’ mental health and physical well-being. Inspired by Simone Biles’ courageous decision to prioritize her mental health, the brand aims to challenge the prevailing notion of success in sports culture by highlighting the benefits of intentional pauses. Teaming up with Biles, Powerade showcases the raw emotion and vulnerability behind her journey.

Directed by Emmy Award-winner Kim Gehrig, the commercial resonates with audiences globally, emphasizing the importance of self-care. However, this collaborative effort by various creative agencies underscores the widespread support for mental wellness initiatives in sports. It is embraced by Powerade and its parent company, Coca-Cola. As Biles gears up for the Paris Olympics, it will be interesting to see her performance after her high-notch performance in 2023.

If ever there was a power couple, we’re pretty sure Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens are it. The pair of professional athletes are both forces to be reckoned with, and they are also the sweetest supporters of each other on and off the field (or the mat).

Owens plays at the safety position for the Green Bay Packers, and, despite having a busy schedule of her own (which includes, of course, record-breaking gymnastics events), Biles has found a way to make it to several of his games this season. And we’re glad she has—her attendance always means the sweetest sidelines snaps of the pair.

This past weekend, the Olympic gold medalist made her way to Green Bay for the Packers vs. Chargers game, and had the chance to watch her husband’s team win on their home turf at Lambeau Field. She shared some photos to her Instagram to commemorate the win, including the sweetest snap of the pair stealing a kiss on the sidelines.

“green bae 💚,” she captioned a carousel she posted from the Sunday afternoon of football.

“Haha I see what you did there! ❤️,” fellow professional athlete Lindsey Vonn commented, showing her appreciation for the gymnast’s punny caption.

For the occasion, the gymnast wore her best team gear, including a black custom puffer with “Green Bay” and “Owens” printed on the back in the team’s signature green-and-yellow color scheme. Her style and the sweet show of support for her husband made the trip more than noteworthy in our book.

Simone Biles and her husband Jonathan Owens are feeling the love this fall!

The couple recently posed for an adorable autumnal photo shoot in coordinated black ensembles, and the pro gymnast posted some of the stunning shots on her Instagram feed on Friday.

For the shoot, Biles, 26, paired her black leather jacket and boots with a black minidress and tights. She also wore her diamond necklace with the spouses’ shared surname, “Owens.”

Owens, 28, meanwhile, matched his wife in an all-black casual ensemble and added a gray and black houndstooth print coat for a color contrast.

In the photos taken in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the pair can be seen holding hands and gazing into each other’s eyes as they walk through a field of fallen copper-colored leaves. They even showed off their rings in the last snapshot in the series

Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens have been one of the best-loved couples in the country. Both the icons have brilliantly embraced their sport to stand out from the crowd. However, while doing so, the duo has been faced with the barrier of distance. Ever since the two tied the knot early this year, their fields have constantly kept them apart. But this issue does not seem to stand in the way of their love and admiration.

Simone Biles travels miles in support

On the 29th of October, Simone arrived in Wisconsin to cheer for the Green Bay Packers who were looking to end their losing streak. As they took on the Minnesota Vikings, fans couldn’t help but find Simone among the audience. “Long distance is tough and both being professional athletes is hard…for our schedules…” Simone had once posted on her story. But this time, Simone found the perfect opportunity over the holidays after returning from the 2023 Worlds. Happy with her experience at the matches, Simone took to X to appreciate the moment.

With her appearance on the grounds, fans had a concerned reaction toward the media coverage of the two. The supporters argued that the couple wasn’t receiving the media attention Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift did; suspecting a foul play. However, wider coverage or not, Simone Biles had to shortage of love and support from the stands as she stood to cheer.

Fans extend a warming gesture

Simone Biles undoubtedly has one of the most loyal and supportive fan bases in the industry. However, as she entered Green Bay, the most decorated gymnast had the welcome of a newer base. “Welcome to the family, Simone,” a user wrote.

As Simone addressed the welcoming hospitality, her post was followed by an appreciative response to the gymnast’s equally warming reaction. Sharing a picture of two kids smiling, a fan thanked Simone saying, “And you reciprocated…you made the girls year!

Another one of the fans agreed with Simone and hoped for a continued stay at Green Bay for the couple. The user wrote, “And it’s real. We hope you guys are able to make a home here.”

While the Green Bay Packers fans engulfed Simone’s comment section with welcoming comments, some users remained fans of both sports. Hoped for a glimpse at the icon and awaited her future performance. One commented, “Sure wish you’d been asked/offered to be on stadium cam, the opportunity to see such an incredible athlete would have been awesome, best of luck in Paris this summer, we’ll be watching.

While Jonathan Owens heads for his next match over the week, Simone will look to channel her focus on preparing for the Olympics; extending her dominance in the field.