Biathlete Vanessa Voigt Opens Up About Mental Health Break

After a challenging winter and a mental health pause, Voigt is ready to return to competition in the new Biathlon World Cup season.

Vanessa Voigt took a one-and-a-half-month break over the summer to address mental health challenges and physical exhaustion.
She described feeling so drained that she struggled to get out of bed, prompting her to prioritize self-care and step back from training.
During her break, Voigt engaged in relaxing activities like painting, knitting, and reorganizing her home to focus on her personal well-being.
Her decision to take time off was supported by her mental coach, who praised her for recognizing the need for self-protection.
Now rejuvenated, Voigt is looking forward to the Biathlon World Cup season, which begins this weekend with team relay events in Kontiolahti, Finland.