Novak Djokovic on What Wellness Means to Him: 'It's a Daily Practice'
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for Novak Djokovic, wellness is key to his tennis success. As he aims to capture his elusive 25th Grand Slam title, further cementing his place in the tennis history books, he remains focused on his physical and emotional health..
'Wellness is about balance—physical, emotional, and spiritual,' he tells T&C during his French Open run. The harmony of all three is key for his continued success in the sport; just at Roland-Garros, Djokovic has won three times, most recently in 2023, and captured his first (and only) Olympic gold medal in tennis on Philippe-Chatrier's storied clay courts last summer. In addition, he recently became only the third man to notch 100 match wins at the tournament, following his rivals Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer.
'It's a daily practice of self-awareness and intention,' Djokovic says of his approach to health. 'Whether it's through nutrition, breathing, movement, or stillness. I believe striking harmony in all areas of life can bring much more joy and contentment than focussing on individual elements themselves. To me, wellness shouldn't be about quick gains, it should be a lasting feeling.'
In thinking about his wellbeing, Djokovic says, 'consistency and authenticity are key. I prioritize practices that help me stay grounded and energized, like meditation, and spending time in nature. But equally important is emotional wellness—cultivating gratitude, connecting with family, and having a sense of purpose. Wellness supports not just my tennis, but my entire life.' His fervent belief in the power of hollistic health, he says, is what brought him to team up with Aman Resorts. Djokovic says his ethos 'perfectly aligns' with 'Aman's approach to treating body, mind, and spirit.'
Last August, the luxury hotel brand announced Djokovic as an official Wellness Advisor, and since, he's been representing Aman on court. 'The vision and mission that the brand and I share are aligned—we speak a common language when it comes to wellness and longevity,' he says. Djokovic's history with the resorts goes way back; he and his wife, Jelena, married at the Aman Sveti Stefan Resort in Montenegro. 'I always found the brand's approach to holistic wellbeing, integrating mind, body, and spirit, resonates with my own lifestyle and philosophy. This partnership allows me to share my learnings and wellness practices from years at the top of professional sport, with the purpose of helping others enhance their lives through intentional, restorative experiences.'
As Aman's Global Brand and Wellness Advisor, Djokovic is excited about the new 'Detoxification Programme,' which he designed with Aman's spa and wellness team. 'The Detoxification Programme we've developed together is something I'm deeply proud of,' he says. 'It brings together years of personal exploration into nutrition, mindfulness, movement, and recovery. In fact, everything that is featured I've tried myself at some point in my career, whether during training or in moments of rest—for example my recent visit to Amanpuri in December. I'm looking forward to people experiencing not just physical renewal, but also a deeper emotional and mental reset which his achievable, even in relatively a short space of time. It's a chance to step away from the noise and reconnect with yourself, which I think is essential in today's world.' The program is currently available at seven of Aman's properties. And, upcoming this year, he will be curating his first in-person retreat (date and location still to be announced).
Aman's partnership with Djokovic is just one part of their increasing focus on the world of tennis. Last month, they launched 'Aman Tennis Club,' a line of tennis-inspired clothes, at Amanruya, Bodrum, with friends of the brand—including Djokovic himself. 'As everything else that we do with Aman Essentials, we always get inspired by our beloved Aman junkies, loyal customers—by their demands, their lifestyle, and their rhythm,' Kristina Romanova, CEO of Aman Essentials, says. 'We usually don't follow the trends; we focus really on our loyalists. So that was the case with the Aman Tennis Club.'
Tennis, she adds, 'is a great game—it's fun and elegant and intellectual. [There are] new studies that prove that playing can reflect on your longevity; tennis players, and racket sports in general, help you to stay in shape but also it makes your brain work in a certain way and definitely reflects on your overall well-being. It's such a great sport.'
For aspiring tennis players (playing on the courts of Aman resorts or just in their hometowns), Djokovic's advice is to 'stay open-minded and curious, never stop dreaming and pushing oneself.' He adds tennis players should 'prioritize looking after the body and the mind,' which are both 'equally as important' to succeed.
A ready-to-wear fashion and accessories collection, inspired by the tennis tour, is now available to purchase on all Aman properties. Select pieces are also for sale online:$167.00 at aman.com$173.00 at aman.com$217.00 at aman.com
This summer, Djokovic is looking forward to continue challenging himself and 'push new limits' on the court. But off the court, he's mainly focused on spending time with his family and exploring nature.
'For the past 20 years my ups and downs in sport, I hope, have inspired people around the world in one way or another—whether to pick up a racquet and play tennis, or to believe in their dreams and not give up,' Djokovic says. 'I consider myself an eternal student of life, and this for me has made a great difference.'
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