Learn from an Olympian: Apply oil like Pita Taufatofua

Pita Taufatofua, the flag bearer from Tonga, shows TODAY's Alex Ficquette - aka, Alex on the Plaza - how to apply coconut oil. Taufatofua became a shining star when he walked the opening ceremony bare-chested, covered in coconut oil and wearing a Tongan ta'ovala (decorated cloth) and ornamental waist girdle.

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Pita Taufatofua, the flag bearer from Tonga, shows TODAY’s Alex Ficquette – aka, Alex on the Plaza – how to apply coconut oil. Taufatofua became a shining star when he walked the opening ceremony bare-chested, covered in coconut oil and wearing a Tongan ta'ovala (decorated cloth) and ornamental waist girdle.