MINNEAPOLIS (NEXSTAR) — The U.S. Olympic Trials is one of the most stressful competitions for gymnasts. In fact, coaches and athletes have openly talked about the intense amount of pressure to perform ...

Beacon, a golden retriever, began working with U.S.A. Gymnastics last year as part of the organization’s efforts to transform the sport’s toxic culture. More dogs quickly followed. By Juliet Macur ...

Olympic gymnasts have been known to rely on different routines and rituals to relieve stress. This year, gymnasts at the Olympic trials had a secret weapon: a four-legged friend named Beacon. The ...