Lyles pushes through health challenges to mimic Bolt's achievement
Noah Lyles, the American track and field star, recently triumphed in the 100m Olympic final in Paris, three years after a disappointing performance in Tokyo. However, Lyles' journey to success has been marked by challenges, including mental health issues and physical illnesses like asthma.
Lyles' passion for athletics was nurtured by Leslie A. Jones, a teacher at Alexandria City High School, who encouraged him to express himself and saw his confidence blossom. Growing up, Lyles' mother raised him, along with his brother Josephus and sister Abby, on her own.
Throughout his life, Lyles has dealt with asthma, a condition that was severe enough as a child to affect his ability to eat and play. The Olympic 100m final in Paris last year was one of the closest in history, with Lyles emerging victorious. However, the absence of spectators and numerous restrictions at the Tokyo Olympics the previous year affected Lyles' performance, leading to a bronze medal in the 200m.
Despite these challenges, Lyles has shown resilience and an admirable ability to discuss personal issues. He has publicly shared his struggles with health issues including asthma, dyslexia, ADHD, and depression. Lyles' lively personality and track exploits have gained him recognition in the United States, with a documentary series, a role in the Netflix series "Sprint", and an appearance on NBC's "The Tonight Show" raising his profile.
Lyles has not shied away from discussing his mental health struggles. After winning Olympic bronze in the 200m at the Tokyo Olympics, he revealed his struggles with depression, encouraging others to seek help for mental health issues. Three years later, after his triumph in Paris, Lyles took to his social media to encourage fellow sufferers of mental health issues and physical illnesses, stating that what they have does not define what they can become.
When Lyles is feeling anxious, he enjoys activities such as building Legos, making music, playing video games, and being with friends. He has also shown that he is not afraid to address his mental health directly, withdrawing for "four to five days" when he experiences anxiety.
Lyles' journey is a testament to his resilience and his ability to turn adversity into inspiration. His openness about his struggles with health issues serves as a reminder that it is possible to overcome obstacles and achieve greatness.
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