NBC Isn't the Only Resource for Olympic Information

You'd have to be living in a cave to not be aware the London Summer Olympics are in full swing.

The extensive coverage allows us an insider's view of athletes who toil for years to make their nation's Olympic team, the pinnacle achievement for many of them without professional options for more obscure sports.

We learn of athletes who have overcome major obstacles, injuries and tragedies to rise to the top of their sports. We also learn of the sacrifices made by many families so these athletes can have the best possible coaching and training facilities.

But the quadrennial sports gathering also allows a closer look at the host nation, its history, traditions and customs.

While NBS is this country's exclusive provider of Olympic coverage, there are many other articles and resources that provide a different look at the 30th modern Olympiad.

So if you'd like a primer on some more obscure words used by Brits, want to know more about Wenlock, the rather strange Olympic mascot or simply want to know more about a particular athlete, here are some resources for you to use during the Games:

10 Things You Didn't Know About London's Olympic Venues

Top 10 Favorite British Words

Meet the Members of the U.S. Olympic Team

The Best Apps for the London 2012 Olympics

Play Interactive Games with the Olympic and Paralympic Mascots

Making of the Mascots

Olympic Fun Facts