Olympic Runner Lolo Jones Is Saving Herself for Marriage
Photo: TwitterOlympics-bound runner Lori ‘Lolo’ Jones, 29, is fast on the track, but there’s one thing she’s not rushing into: sex.
Jones, who will compete in London in the track and field categories this summer, recently shared on Twitter that she’s a virgin.
She explains on the HBO show ‘Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel’ that:
“It’s something, a gift I want to give my husband…This journey has been hard. If there’s virgins out there, I’m going to let them know: It’s the hardest thing I’ve ever done in my life — harder than training for the Olympics, harder than graduating from college, has been to stay a virgin before marriage.”
Let us know: What do you think of Lolo’s conscious choice to stay a virgin until marriage? Did you save yourself for your spouse — and was it a struggle?
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Fine… but why is she publicizing this? Sounds like a bid for attention to me. She also opens herself up to a lot of criticism.
God bless her. It is hard in today’s society. This belief that a man or a woman is not complete or not accomplished if they have never had sex it a travesty that must end. May more young men and women come to understand how wonderful sex is when it is in done in the sacred bond of marriage.
I could not have said this better, Beth. I waited 27 years – for my marriage. No regrets, no baggage. And I decided to commit to my husband FOREVER so why would I need a “test drive”? It takes practice anyway. Our society is lazy and non-committal. I am proud of Lolo for sticking with her values.
Agreed! It saves a TON of heartache in the end.
You go girl ! It has been done in years gone by, you can do this now.
I completely respect her decision but I personally believe that the notion of ‘saving yourself for marriage’ is really outdated. The way we perceive marriage has changed dramatically over the years, why wouldn’t our attitude towards sex change as well? It feels like to me, that unless her future husband is a virgin too that its an empty sacrifice to save herself.
People have changed, times have not. That would just be one more person giving into society which unfortunaly seems to be happening to every other person. Having sex is a girft from God that should be done in the most precious of covenants, marriage. Not as recreation. It is sad that people find it no more of a big deal than going shopping.
I saved myself for marriage and it was the best decision I ever made. Even though my husband had 3 children prior to our marriage, I still know that it is something I only share with him. It’s a bond that no one else gets to experience unless you’ve waited. He practiced 6 years of abstinence prior to our marriage as well and I think it shows the true character of a person when they practice abstinence. It also demonstrates a commitment to the marriage before it even begins. Ladies, it’s worth it. Don’t give up!
I saved myself for my husband and thankfully he did the same for me. I think it is the most wonderful thing to have your spouse be the only one you have made love with and it is totally worth the wait
Married on my 40th birthday, I could relate to the movie title 40 Year Old Virgin! Yes, it was tough, but I’m so very happy that this level of intimacy I have only shared with my husband. No STDs, guilty memories or comparisons to complicate the sex life. I’ve heard concerns about whether a couple is sexually compatible or if virgins are able to make the sudden transition from no-no to YES YES without feeling guilty or frigid, but I can say that wasn’t a problem for us. We’re making up for lost time!
If you believe you’re the only virgin (or celibate) left, be encouraged, i know of several sexy singles waiting for their spouse.
I enjoy hearing this time of stories. Saving your body for your spouse is by far the best gift you could give him/her on the wedding night, it has no comparison!