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Few of us can imagine what it takes to be an Olympian.

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Prioritizing my mental health is equally as important as prioritizing my physical health, Olympic medalist Sunisa Lee tellsVogue.

One cant be there without the other.

For some, like Lee, journaling has been beneficial.

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There are also rituals that athletes rely on to get in the zone mere minutes before a competition.

One of the mantras I always use before meets is nothing more, nothing less.

Its about doing my best, not a benchmark set by anyone else, she continues.

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Stepping onto the mat, onto the beam, everything else disappears.

I love the simplicity of itI need something laid out for me, very one-step.

I have to take my pre-race shower, which I have to shave every hair off my body.

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Its super-calming and makes me sleep better.

I have used Venus razors since I started shavingI even have the mini with me everywhere I go.

Sanzo also celebrates Asian flavors and culture which is important to me.

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