A sneak peek into Serena Williams’ lifestyle
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At a time, when the world has woken up and started taking cognizance of mental health issues, one of the all-time greats of the tennis world, Serena Williams opens up on how she manages the enormous amount of stress in her life. The 40-year-old mother is no stranger to either physical or mental pressure. The responsibility of her being a mother off the court, and a player on the court, rests heavily on her shoulders.
Having spent nearly 3 months on the sidelines since her injury at the 2021 Wimbledon, the tennis star recently opened up about her routine. “It’s countless responsibilities,” exclaims Serena, as she tries to find a balance in her life, juggling between tennis and her business ventures.
Advocacy of mental health
Serena has always been a staunch supporter of mental health issues. “The only thing I feel is that I feel for Naomi,” the 23-time Grand Slam champion had said, back when Naomi Osaka had decided to withdraw from the French Open earlier this year. “I feel like I wish I could give her a hug because I know what it’s like. I’ve been in those positions,” added Serena.
Williams, who has been battling migraines all the way since her childhood, exclaims that managing stress becomes extremely important for her. She credits the prescription medicine, Ubrelvy, with treating her migraine attacks. The champion athlete also stresses the importance of a good night’s sleep to wind down and relax. Calling herself a night owl, Williams ensures a good 8 hours of sleep a day to help her body recover.
Serena Williams’ bedtime nitty-gritty
“Hydration is super important for everything from skin to muscle recovery, so I try to make sure I always have water next to my bed. I also avoid snacking, especially sugar, as that tends to keep me awake longer,” says Serena. Williams also comments on the use of coconut oil as her night-time skincare routine and the use of a good eye and face mask before bed.
The 40-year-old, who finds herself unseeded at next year’s Australian Open, will be looking to bounce back stronger as she has had a tough 2021, riddled with injuries. Until then, Serena’s hopes of catching up with Margaret Court‘s record 24 grand slam wins stand to be ascertained.
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