Here are the Team USA Athletes to Follow on Instagram for the Rio Olympics

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These are some of the Team USA Olympians and Paralympians that you’ll want to follow on Instagram during the 2016 Rio Olympics. These athletes have been giving fans in the United States and around the world a look into their training and journeys to Rio 2016 as well as a behind-the-scenes glimpse into their personal lives—all on Instagram.

From tennis to gymnastics to fencing, these athletes are ready to represent the U.S. as the games begin in Rio de Janeiro this Friday. This list includes some old fan favorites like Michael Phelps and Carli Lloyd as well as some athletes you’ll want to learn more about, like Ibtihaj Muhammad, the first American woman to wear a hijab in the Olympics.

Serena Williams

 

Michael Phelps

 

Simone Biles

 

Carli Lloyd

 

Alex Morgan

 

Ricky Fowler

 

Tatyanna McFadden

 

Allyson Felix

 

Kyrie Irving

 

 

Ibtihaj Muhammad

 

Jordan Burroughs

 

April Ross

 

Carlin Isles

 

Laurie Hernandez

 

Melissa Stockwell

 

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