Wimbledon: How Do The World’s Top Tennis Players Stay In Shape?

Wimbledon is coming to an end and as usual it has been thrilling. While each of the world’s top tennis players gives their all during the world’s biggest tennis tournament, we’re breaking down how they prioritize their health and well-being both on and off the court. Wimbledon Player’s Health Secrets While the 28-year-old tennis player only made it to the quarter-final stage of Wimbledon before being knocked out by Barbora Strycova, her incredible physique and all-around strength were put on notice. So how does the three-time Women’s Tennis Association stay healthy? By prioritizing different aspects of her diet. She’s practices mindful eating Speaking to the Telegraph in 2017 , the Australian turned British-citizen revealed that she is incredibly conscious about making the right food choices. “I am always aware of what I am putting into my body and what I am going to get out of it in terms of energy or recovery. But also I know everything is okay in moderation.” she shared. Eating mindfully may seem intimidating, but doing so not only improves your relationship with food but it also comes with a host of health benefits. Firstly, it prevents overeating which then means a reduced risk of binge eating and unhealthy weight gain. Secondly, mindful eating also improves your digestion and it can help the body better absorb all the necessary nutrients. Lastly, mindful eating allows you to enjoy the moment and the food. A mindful eating technique that everybody can adopt is Hara Hachi Bu. This is a Japanese term that teaches one to eat until they are only 80% full and it is regularly practiced by the Okinawans in Japan . Okinawa also happens to be a Blue Zone. This makes it virtually free of diseases, with numerous healthy inhabitants living up to 100 […]

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