Simone Biles isn’t leaving husband Jonathan Owens behind on tour!

The 27-year-old gymnast revealed on her Instagram Stories that the Chicago Bears football safety, 29, joined her for the latest stop in Austin, Texas, on her Gold Over America Tour, which also features other Team USA gymnasts Jordan Chiles, Jade Carey and Hezly Rivera.

She shared sweet photos of the pair sharing some PDA and smooching while at a brunch during the daytime on Friday, Oct. 18, before stepping out for drinks with some friends at night. The athlete also showed herself and her husband holding hands while walking together down the street.

“When hubby comes on tour,” she captioned the photo of them holding hands on stroll, alongside four white hearts.

At Austin’s Moody Center, where the tour was taking place, the couple even stopped to take some snaps at a photobooth. They could be seen once again smooching in one shot, while in others, they threw up a peace sign and smiled at the camera.

Ahead of the show, she showed gymnasts Paul Juda and Yul Moldauer “warming up” as they chased each other around the gymnastics arena while Owens watched.

Owens also tried to get in on the action, as he could be seen lifting himself up on a pair of gymnastics bars and pulling his legs up.

Biles jokingly wrote over the video, “Should we add him to the cast?”

She then reshared pictures and videos taken of the show, including her greeting the audience at the beginning. “Back @ Moody Center for Gold Over America Tour,” she wrote over the photo. She also showed her introduction as she flipped while making her way toward the center of the stage.

On Saturday, Oct. 19 she also shared a photo backstage at The Athleta, showing a sign board with the show’s name. “Show at home hits different,” she wrote. “My heart. All the feels.”

She also posted another shot of them posing alongside teammates Joscelyn Roberson and French gymnast Melanie De Jesus Dos Santos with aviator sunglasses. She captioned the post, “love having my girls with me on tour!! – @goldoveramericatour.”

Biles and Owens have shown their support for each other at their respective sports. The gymnast has made several appearances at Chicago Bears games this year, most recently in their Sept. 29 game against the Los Angeles Rams at Soldier Field.

For that outing, she wore a white cropped sweater with “Bears” printed on the front, a white denim mini skirt, tall white boots and a white Balenciaga Duty-Free tote to match. She was also snapped sharing a kiss with Owens on the field ahead of the game.

For someone like Simone Biles, it can be difficult to take anything casually. The 7x Olympic gold medalist’s iron will was laid bare once again in Paris this year when she battled through all odds to reclaim her GOAT status on the grand stage. And now, as she waits to lead her Gold Over America Tour posse to her hometown, it looks like Biles’ skills are also oozing to other sports.

Keeping your eyes on the goal is crucial for long-term success, and Simone isn’t alien to the discipline. But expecting her to hit the bull’s eye at everything she does might be a stretch too far. And yet, it seems like the 27-year-old can barely keep herself from hitting the target every single time. Luckily, Simone Biles has also got the perfect partner-in-crime to share her exploits.

In her recent Instagram story, Biles shared a social media update from her husband Jonathan Owens that shows off the latest achievement of the couple. In the brief video snippet, a dart can be seen firmly placed at the center of the board. “When you and ya lady the dart champs,” read the original caption of Owens’ post, noting how both the athletes are formidable foes when it comes to a game of darts.

“Send em home mad,” wrote Simone in her IG update, noting her delight at adding another achievement to her illustrious resume. After touring the entire country, the Gold Over America Tour finally reaches the Olympic legend’s hometown of Houston on October 19. Naturally, both the gymnast and her fans are excited to see what the WCC star has in store for her townfolks. Just days ago, Biles was seen encouraging the Houston Rockets mascot Clutch to try his hands at gymnastics, offering words of wisdom to the amateur. And now, both she and Owens can have some fun as they add a new skill to their repertoire.

It’s evident that Simone also isn’t afraid of exploring new horizons as she continues her golden run, high from her emphatic Parisian campaign. In the City of Love. Biles crushed all criticism and once again showed why she’s the undisputed GOAT when it comes to artistic gymnastics. Putting her Tokyo ordeal from three years ago in the rearview mirror, the football safety’s wife walked away from the Paris Games with three gold and one silver, and she might have another option for a late career change. But she’s not the only one who enjoys stepping out of their comfort zone.

Simone Biles broadens her horizon, with others following suit

Just yesterday, the gymnastics icon made a special request to Athleta, the main brain behind the Gold Over America Tour. Showcasing how her NFL star hubby is up for a challenge on the parallel bars, Biles pondered whether it’s too late to give the Chicago Bears a rank among the GOAT stars who have been sensational with their skill over these past three weeks. “Should we add him to the cast?” questioned Simone and it looked like she and Owens might have approval from her Team USA colleague Brody Malone already.

On the other hand, Biles isn’t the only gymnast who has been mesmerizing the fans with skills beyond the mat. Penn State alum Stephen Nedoroscik opted to sit out on the action from the second edition of the pop-styled show to instead woo fans with his dancing skills at the 33rd season of the Dancing With The Stars. Accompanied by Rylee Arnold, the 25-year-old star has been groovy, to say the least, albeit a few hiccups on the road.

On the other hand, Owens is never too far away when it comes to cheering for his bae as she extends her glorious run as the most decorated gymnast of all time. From showing up at the Xfinity US Gymnastics Championships to convincing his new team to allow him a break to support Simone Biles in Paris, Owens loves to be a part of his wife’s journey. And it shouldn’t be surprising that he was the one in Biles’ corner when she bagged her maiden darts victory. What new thing would you like to see the couple try out next? Tell us in the comments.

Simone Biles once said, “Everyone’s mental journey is different and unique,” and her own experience really brought that idea to life. During the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, she made a decision to open up about her struggles with “the twisties,” admitting, “I feel like my body is slowly starting to shut down, like it’s ready to be done.” This candid moment was a game changer, sparking important conversations about mental health in sports.

In the end, she made the tough choice to withdraw from the Tokyo Games because of the twisties. At that time, though, it was hard to see just how significant her decision would be in raising awareness and understanding around mental health challenges faced by athletes. Let’s rewind to 2019. A staggering 970 million individuals worldwide were coping with a health condition at that time; that equates to 1 in every 8 people globally.

Today, as we look ahead to the present-day scenario revealed by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), it is evident that 57.8 million adults in the United States are facing health issues and challenges. Simultaneously with this revelation is the bravery displayed by Biles in opening up about her battles with mental health issues. As a result of Biles’s courageous transparency and openness about her struggles with mental health challenges, more athletes are finding their voice and sharing their experiences in this space. This shift towards athletes speaking out is fostering an environment surrounding mental health concerns within the sports community.

Simone Biles has echoed this sentiment, saying, “I wish I knew pre-Tokyo that everybody’s mental health journey is different; yours may not look like your friends’ or your spouse’s or whatever.” So that people would have been more open to this before the Tokyo Olympics.

By being open, Biles has inspired others to do the same, breaking down the stigma that often surrounds mental health in sports. Her bravery not only raises awareness but also saves lives by encouraging athletes to prioritize their mental well-being.

A shining example of this impact is fellow Olympic gold medalist Jade Carey. In a recent interview with Olympics.com, Carey shared, “I think after Tokyo and Simone using her voice about mental health and how we need to take care of ourselves, it really made us all kind of take a step back and realize that we’re not just robots out there in gymnastics. We have minds that we have to take care of as well.”

The Arizona native, Carey, continued, “She not only inspired me, but I know she inspired so many others just to seek help and talk to someone, because it’s not easy to do on your own.” Biles’s influence is evident in how she has prompted a broader conversation about mental health, encouraging athletes to acknowledge their struggles and seek support.

Well, Jade Carey took home her first gold medal in 2021 after a floor routine in Tokyo. However, her confidence faced a significant challenge during the 2023 season when a series of competition losses shook her self-esteem. Reflecting on that tough period, she said, “I didn’t really have the best year. I wasn’t feeling myself. I fell a bunch of times in championships, and I got left off the World [Championship] team. That was just really hard for me to deal with mentally, because I’ve never really had a year like that in gymnastics before.” To help regain her footing, Jade began speaking with a sports psychiatrist, courtesy of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC). It was at that moment that everything changed for the 24-year-old athlete.

“I didn’t really put a whole lot of pressure on the situation,” Jade explained. She just made me feel more confident in myself and my abilities.” Jade acknowledged that she used to “feel bad” if she was having an off day at the gym, often avoiding telling her father or coaches because she “felt like I was just taking the easy way out.” But it was not just Jade; Simone Biles also helped Suni Lee when she needed it the most.

From pressure to purpose is the transformative power of Simone Biles’s advocacy

When Suni Lee faced a panic attack just hours before the team’s all-around final at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Simone Biles was there to provide vital support for her mental health. Lee, 21, admitted to having a “ritual” cry the night before competitions, but on this occasion, her teammate Jordan Chiles sensed Lee’s distress and immediately sought out Biles.

“She was like, ‘I’m gonna go get Simone,” Lee said. Biles, who had been asleep, offered sage advice that helped ground Lee: “You need to walk around like you’re the reigning Olympic champion, and you need to own it. You need to remind yourself that you’re good enough, and you are on this team for a reason.” This pep talk empowered Lee, who went on to win gold with her teammates later that day.

The journey to the 2024 Olympics had been a challenging one for Lee, particularly in terms of her mental health. Following her success at the Tokyo 2021 Olympics, where she won gold in the all-around and silver as part of the team, she struggled with feelings of inadequacy and faced the additional challenge of two undisclosed types of kidney disease.

Lee experienced a health setback just before the Olympic trials but ultimately secured her place on Team USA after receiving a crucial infusion. Reflecting on her experiences, she stated, “I’m at such a better place in my life,” both physically and mentally, emphasizing the importance of addressing mental health. Biles’s support not only helped Lee navigate a difficult moment but also highlighted the critical role of mental well-being and camaraderie in the world of gymnastics.

Simone Biles’s decision to openly discuss health has deeply resonated with athletes, which encouraged them to speak up about their own struggles. Canadian gymnast Ellie Black put it well when she said, “Having Simone come forward and use her platform in Tokyo was really powerful. As athletes, we’re often seen as machines, expected to handle everything without showing vulnerability. We work really hard, but we are humans, and we need to take care of ourselves first and foremost.” This shift is bringing mental health to the forefront of the conversation in sports, and it’s great to see.

Jordan Chiles also mentioned her perspective on this change in thinking about the topic at hand. She confessed that in her youth she didn’t quite connect with the concept of sports psychology. “I did try a sports psychologist when I was younger, but since you have that young mindset, you’re like, ‘No, I can do everything on my own. I’m fine,’” she recalled. Now, she encourages others to seek support: “Find somebody you can talk to…someone you can lean on.” Biles’ guidance and the discussions she has initiated have led athletes to realize the significance of well-being. This nurtured an environment where being open about vulnerabilities is not just welcomed but embraced.

When it comes to inspiring the next generation, nobody quite does it like the queen of gymnastics. Simone Biles is simply an icon. But recently, a budding icon came to Biles’s attention. And that is none other than the five-year-old Nova Davidson. She might be young, but she is already a level 4 gymnast from Virginia. And young Nova’s goal? The Olympics.

Nova recently had the world’s eyes on her when she went viral. The five-year-old’s mom posted a video of her practicing on a beam. The video ended up getting over 44 million views. The video was enough to turn heads of the greatest in gymnastics itself, so much so that the G.O.A.T. herself had to take time out of the tour to appreciate it. Who is better than the G.O.A.T. herself to encourage the Biles in the making?

As someone who began training at 6, Biles understands Nova better than anyone. That’s why, amidst the hectic GOAT schedule, she surprised Nova on “The Talk.” And the G.O.A.T. was all praises for the prodigy! She went on to say, “I’ve seen the talent that Nova has. I actually got to meet her earlier this year, so I just wanted to be a part of her TV debut.” Just imagine being so talented that the queen herself appeared for you, that too bearing gifts!

Yes, that’s right. Simone Biles did not pop up empty-handed. She had a leotard waiting for Nova. And it’s no ordinary leotard either! “The leotards are from my holiday collection. They haven’t come out just yet, but I wanted you to be the first to have them, Nova,” said Biles. She did not stop there; in the video, Simone saw a prodigy with a golden journey ahead. But the advice she had for Nova was not about winning!

Biles, when asked if she had any words of wisdom to share, said, “Just always have fun and live in the moment.” These are not just loose words as a reminder to live in the moment, something that Biles herself does. In fact, the very beginning of her journey began with having fun. In a 2021 video, she went on to say, “I just had fun, and they sent a letter home, and mom asked if I wanted to join.” Thus began Biles’ gymnastics journey, and the rest is history.

The message Biles had for Nova Davidsson was one athlete telling the other that those 12 hours a week that Nova is putting into training are also to be enjoyed. And enjoyed just as much as the highs and lows of gymnastics.

Simone’s message is rooted in experience!

There are very few as qualified as Simone Biles to talk about greatness. At 27, she has not just defied the possibilities of gymnastics; she has redefined the sport itself. And her message to Nova comes from knowing that soon enough, the trials of age shall arrive. A trial that Simone is currently facing. In a sport where longevity is a question, Simone has spent 21 years on the mat, perfecting and pushing her limits. But that vigor just turned scary for her!

The ever-so-ambitious Biles, in the trailer of her upcoming Simone Biles Rising: Part 2, spoke about her fear. “Since I’m older, my body is on a ticking time bomb,” she says candidly. It’s a strong statement rooted in vulnerability and carrying the weight of expectations. Yet, it is also the very journey that informs her message to Nova. The zeal that Biles sees in the five-year-old is not so different from her own story. But in Biles’ story, it wasn’t long before the love for the sport met with the eclipses of pressure.

However, despite it all, Biles continues to perform. Whether it be coming back from Tokyo distraught or winning three gold medals in Paris, there is no stopping or dwelling on Biles’ story. As Biles herself puts it, “Nothing sets your heart on fire like being so determined for a goal, and you have one chance at it.” That is the experience that Biles lives for, and Nova is thriving for. Simone Biles’ appearance on the show wasn’t about leotards and accolades. But a heartfelt message rooted in the sacrifices and joys of gymnastics.