"I actually have really sensitive skin, which I’ve struggled with for years, and it often flares up because of my crazy schedule, travel and stress. I use Simple skincare products to manage it.” 

“This is a must to keep track of my workouts.” 

“I love jumping rope. It helps me keep my quickness as well as endurance, which are both important to my position.” 

"This helps to save my lips post-workout." 

<p>It's gold medalist Hope Solo’s third trip to the <a href=/articles/2012/07/eat-like-an-athlete>Games</a> this year, and the goal-keeper has come prepared — well, as prepared as she can be. “Each tournament presents different struggles, challenges and motivations. It’s up to the athlete to overcome, push [his or her] limits and persevere," Hope tells Q, "It doesn’t matter how many [Games] you’ve been to, there’s always the unexpected." (Case in point, the contentious <a href=http://twitter.com/hopesolo target=_blank>tweets</a> Solo unleashed in response to commentator Brandi Chastain's criticism of her teammate) But while there are no guarantees in London 2012, what Hope does know for sure is exactly what she’ll be carrying in her Nike gym bag as she gears up to meet North Korea on the field today:<p>

Unzipped: Hope Solo

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