As I sit at MatchPoint NYC Cafe, familiar phrases like “Chicken nuggets and french fries” echo around me. It’s November 1—the day after Halloween—and the candy tales are in full swing. I love a good party and quality treats, but I’ve always seen my body as a ‘temple.’ Though my high-performance tennis days are over, I still treat my body with respect, gearing up for recreational play, skiing, and other high-energy sports.
Many athletes shift to coaching without a plan for self-care in their new role. Fatigued from endless court hours and strict training, we don’t always know how to transition. I was that athlete: I quit all sports after college, leaving my racquets behind, only to face health issues from the sudden shift. It took guidance from a knowledgeable doctor to help me realize athletes must stay active and adapt to their changing bodies. That experience led me back to tennis, the gym, and cardio—and to a…
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