Jonathan Hilbert plans race walk return after mental health struggles

Jonathan Hilbert, an Olympic silver medallist in race walking from Germany, is preparing for a return to competition following a major depressive episode. The 2021 Tokyo Games silver medalist had withdrawn from the sport earlier this year due to his struggles. In a recent social media post, Hilbert indicated he is feeling better thanks to therapy and medication, and he plans to resume structured training after a camp in November. He emphasized the importance of mental health and stated that should he experience another significant depressive episode, he would withdraw from competition entirely.

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