Four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka is one of the fittest and highest-earning women in the world. She is best known for her exploits on the tennis court and several endorsements in her native Japan and the USA. However, she has been grabbing headlines over her struggles off the court.
The topic of mental health is once again being fervently discussed after she withdrew from the French Open, citing depression and anxiety. At 23, Osaka is arguably in the prime of her career in her sport and one of the most physically healthy persons on the planet. Yet, she has mental health problems which many of us can relate to.
Despite being an elite athlete whose workout regimen is world class, Osaka’s struggles are relatable.
But what about if she never worked out or played tennis? Perhaps her struggles would have been greater since numerous studies have been conducted which show that exercise can assist with depression, anxiety and other mental health issues.
I write this to say that if you are not working out, perhaps you should since there are several benefits exercise can have on mental health.
Everyone knows that regular exercise is a necessary part of physical health. Most fitness professionals will recommend getting at least 30 minutes of moderately intense exercise three to five times a week to maintain good physical health.
However, this is not the only aspect of your health exercise can influence. Regular exercise also has a significant positive influence on mental…
