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Bethany Mattek-Sands on the Importance of Balance and Resetting in Professional Tennis
Consistently showing up for tournaments and winning titles is attributed to daily dedication. Mattek-Sands emphasizes the need for balance and resetting in her tennis career. Despite injuries limiting her practice hours, she learned to excel by focusing on mental preparation and game performance. Taking full days off to explore cities, connect with family, and have fun improved her performance significantly, surpassing periods of strict focus and isolation. Mattek-Sands' ability to maintain a balanced life contributes to her sustained passion for tennis at the age of 39.