The number 22 is not just a feature of the present calendar year but also signifies the number of races in the present F1 calendar. With the ever-expanding racing schedule, Lewis Hamilton, in his 16th year of the sport, has come a long way since his debut in 2007.

The Stevenage-born racing driver has become accustomed to traveling to different time zones and continents. At 37, he is not the same driver who kicked off his journey at McLaren, as over the years, it is not only his trophy cabinet that has a new outlook, but also his nutrition, routine, and mindset have taken a turn for good.

While talking to GQ, the Briton shed light on one of the major alterations in his routine that has helped him stay on the top of his game.

He said, “Recovery has been a real focus for me in the past couple of years. Now, I always make sure the day after a race is a complete day off – I make sure it’s a day to myself for self care. I do cryotherapy, I might do some pool work and I make sure I get physio or acupuncture that day, or just a steam room.”

“Also, when I was younger I honestly didn’t stretch before or after I got in the car. I wasn’t equipped with the knowledge that it’s a good way to loosen yourself up so stretching is super important to me now.” he added.

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Remarkably, he reached the milestone of 300 races in his career at the French GP, and with the hardships of porpoising in the present season, the physio and cryotherapy would have helped the Brit massively to recover.

What helps Lewis Hamilton zone out?

From Australia to Miami, F1 travels across the globe and time zones to set up its tents for the racing action to unfold. Lewis Hamilton, contracted to Mercedes, deals with high expectations at every race weekend.

The pinnacle of motorsport is a taxing affair and can even take a toll on the most successful driver of the sport, a call back to Abu Dhabi 2021. Thus, the question arises that how does Hamilton leave the grievances in the rear-view mirror and return in high spirits?

The Mercedes star shared, “I’ve realized there are lots of different ways of meditating, it’s not just about sitting there and being quiet for a moment. Part of my meditation is running, that’s where I clear my mind.”

“Meditation helps give you a bit of clarity and helps to think about what you want to achieve in your day. If I ever catch myself saying something negative, I’ve taught myself to just have more positive affirmations.” Hamilton concluded.

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Positivity and open-mindedness are two practices that help Briton become the best version of himself every day. Are you inspired by the F1 superstar to add these habits to your daily routine?