New measures for Paris 2024 for the benefit of athletes

The space was designed to provide athletes with a place to unwind and relax within the Olympic Village.

It is a great success among the athletes. Mexican archer Ana Vázquez came regularly to prepare for her competition, in which she won a bronze medal together with Alejandra Valencia and Ángela Ruiz.

“Personally, I love the Mind Zone, it’s mind-blowing,” she said. “(The VR experience is) just incredible. The first time I did it, I cried and since then I’ve been there many times because I want to have a good rest and prepare for the competition.”

Mental Fit Helpline always open for athletes

The Mentally Fit Helpline will also provide dedicated, confidential and anonymous support to athletes throughout the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The service was developed in the run-up to the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games and will be staffed by trained counsellors.

• Support for all Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic participants;
• Available 24 hours a day in over 70 languages;
• Remains accessible to athletes for four years after the Games until July 2028, demonstrating the IOC’s commitment to supporting athletes throughout their careers.

Through the Athlete365 platform, athletes can also take courses on mental health topics, such as how to deal with the Olympic blues, and benefit from a free subscription to a mindfulness app.