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The YMCA of Greater Tulsa is renewing its partnership with Grand Mental Health this summer to provide expanded access to mental health support for Tulsa-area children and families.
From May 27 through Aug. 15, a Grand Mental Health therapist and behavioral health coach will be present at all four YMCA summer camps.
The specialists will support campers, family members, and YMCA staff who may need counseling or experience mental health challenges.
This program is part of a partnership agreement formed in early 2024 between the YMCA of Greater Tulsa and Grand Mental Health. The collaboration also includes virtual behavioral health crisis services, free walk-in mental health screenings at select YMCA locations, and more.
For more information or to enroll in YMCA Summer Camp, click here.
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In today’s performance-driven world, strength is often measured in silence. But high-performing men, from the NBA hardwood to the Olympic track, are rewriting that script. Mental health isn’t a weakness to hide, it’s a skill to master. And from the many athletes and high-achievers I’ve interviewed, one message rings clear: You can’t reach your peak if your mind isn’t in shape.
Here’s how three elite performers are reshaping what mental fitness really means, and what every man can take from their playbook.
NBA veteran DeAndre Jordan learned early that the physical grind is only half the equation. “I had to learn how to be mentally fit,” he told me. “You can be in peak shape, but if your mind isn’t there, it shows up in your performance.”
When Jordan moves into the postseason, he doesn’t just train; he protects his focus. “Eliminating a lot of outside noise daily is vital…I tend to eliminate social media during this time along with watching sports news and coverage on the playoffs.” On game day? “Relaxation and visualization,” he said. “I meditate and relax with my family and stay as present as possible.”
Mental fitness, he emphasizes, is a discipline, not a default.
For NBA All-Star DeMar DeRozan, basketball has always been more than just a game; it’s been both a sanctuary and a coping mechanism. That same mindset fuels him today. Through the highs and lows of a demanding season, DeRozan stays grounded by accepting the emotional spectrum that comes with it. “You’re going to have great moments and down moments, but how you approach those moments—both the good and the bad—keeps you consistent in understanding the main thing.”
DeRozan credits his mental resilience to the people who stood by him early in his career. “A lot of my help came from close people within this league, especially coaches,” he said. Late-night conversations in empty gyms became moments of reflection and mentorship. His wellness routine also includes daily physical recovery practices—“sauna, cold plunge…every single night.” For DeRozan, physical recovery isn’t just about performance: “You feel better mentally by taking care of your body physically.” It’s a reminder that elite athletes aren’t immune to struggle, but they build systems that support both mind and body.
Olympian Manteo Mitchell didn’t just finish his 4x400m relay at the 2012 Games. He did it with a broken fibula. “Honestly, there was more going on mentally than physically,” he said. “I had to channel every emotion and setback…Faith, focus, finish—it’s my personal life statement.”
But Mitchell’s most powerful insight isn’t about grit, it’s about identity. “Men aspire to be this or that, but they often fail to realize who they are within themselves. Find your strengths and weaknesses and build from that.”
Structure, he insists, is non-negotiable. “Being disciplined is key if you want to be successful…I’m a firm believer in visualization and writing things out to portray the image you’ve created.”
You don’t need a gold medal to build mental strength. Try these habits inspired by the pros:
True strength isn’t about pushing harder. It’s about becoming more intentional. These men remind us: Mental health isn’t the absence of struggle, it’s the practice of how we meet it.
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Fitness app Strava reached a $2.2 billion valuation after raising an undisclosed amount of new funding including debt, The Wall Street Journal reported. The new deal represents a nice boost for the company, which last raised funding in 2020 at a $1.5 billion valuation.
Sequoia Capital led the round and was joined by existing investors including TCV, Jackson Square Ventures and Go4it Capital.
Along with the funding, Strava said it has acquired a training app for cyclists called The Breakaway for an undisclosed amount. The Truckee, California-based startup had raised $2.9 million, according to Crunchbase. That acquisition follows Strava’s purchase last month of London-based running training app Runna for an undisclosed amount as well.
Like many fitness apps, San Francisco-based Strava saw a surge in popularity during the pandemic. The app is used by people to track running, cycling, hiking, swimming and dozens of other fitness activities. Users can also track their fitness progress in the app and share activities and photos with friends on a social media-like feed. In recent years, Strava has added AI-driven fitness insights for users.
CEO Mike Martin told the Journal that Strava had been growing steadily leading into the funding and recent acquisitions. The company is on track to hit $500 million in annual recurring revenue soon, he said. It saw more than 50% growth in new users in 2024 and now has more than 150 million registered users worldwide.
Strava’s new round comes as funding to fitness-related startups has plummeted since its pandemic-era highs. Startups in the category raised $1.26 billion in 2024, the lowest amount in the past five years, Crunchbase data shows, and a fraction of the $6.27 billion such companies raised in 2021.

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Sydney, May 22 (IANS) Acute stress can disrupt the brain’s ability to manage emotions, particularly in people with mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and borderline personality disorder, according to a study.
Researchers from the Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Australia found that stress can temporarily impair executive functions, which are mental processes like working memory, impulse control, and flexibility, crucial for regulating emotions and making decisions under pressure, Xinhua news agency reported.
“These executive functions are vital for controlling emotional responses, especially in challenging situations,” said Tee-Jay Scott, from the varsity.
“Our findings suggest that people with distress-related disorders may be more vulnerable to having these executive functions disrupted under stress, even when their symptoms don’t meet the threshold for a formal diagnosis,” Scott added.
Executive functions, such as working memory (holding and using information), response inhibition (resisting impulsive actions), and cognitive flexibility (adapting to change) are key to maintaining emotional balance.
The team reviewed 17 international studies and found that stress significantly affects working memory in people with depression and weakens impulse control in those with borderline personality disorder.
These findings may explain why some people respond poorly to common treatments like cognitive behavioural therapy, which rely on these very cognitive functions, said Joanne Dickson, the study’s co-author and a professor at ECU.
“If acute stress is interfering with the mental processes that support emotion regulation, it could undermine a person’s ability to benefit from these treatments, especially during periods of heightened distress,” Dickson said.
While the study confirms a pattern of executive function impairment under acute stress, the researchers say more research to understand individual differences and refine treatment strategies is needed.
The researchers also suggested building up cognitive skills before tackling emotionally intense therapy sessions.
“Understanding how stress interacts with brain function is key to improving mental health outcomes,” Scott said.
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By Samantha Harms, Fort Cavazos Public AffairsMay 22, 2025
FORT CAVAZOS, Texas — The sound of laughter and encouragement could be heard May 17 throughout the entirety of the newly opened GroundPlay Outdoor Fitness Family Park. Dozens of Soldiers, family members and children came to together to enjoy Demo Day, held by the Directorate of Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation to celebrate the opening of the park.
The new park has several distinct areas: a group fitness space, a multi-use court, a playground, workout stations with various types of durable outdoor fitness equipment, a track and a seating area with picnic tables. Funded by Installation Management Command at a cost of $2 million, the fitness facility was created as a holistic approach to supporting family-friendly fitness.
“This park stands as a testament to our enduring commitment to enhancing the quality of life for our Soldiers and families here at The Great Place,” said Col. Lakicia Stokes, U.S. Army Garrison-Fort Cavazos commander. “When we began this journey last year, we weren’t just building a facility. We were building a stronger community. This park, the first of its kind in the Army, represents more than just new equipment or courts. It provides a dynamic space for physical fitness, recreation and camaraderie. It embodies our commitment to holistic health, mind, body and spirit.
“But let’s be clear, this park is not the end goal,” she continued. “It’s a launching point, a place where teams can bond outside of formation, where children will remember weekends with friends and where fitness becomes not just a requirement, but a way of life shared with others.”
The park, officially opened following a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday. Fort Cavazos leadership and representatives from the DFMWR and Kompan, a company that designs, manufactures and installs playground and outdoor fitness sites, gathered to commemorate the new facility.
“What makes me proud of this is that it’s a one-of-a-kind facility that we have here,” said Brad Pittam, sales director for solution partners at Kompan. “There’s nothing else like this in the world, let alone the nation. We’ve got over 40,000 square feet of fitness and play ready to be opened up and for kids and families to enjoy.
“One thing we do at Kompan is we pride ourselves in making happier and healthier communities, and I think we’ve accomplished that with what we have here, and I’m very proud that we’ve made this for the Army,” he continued. “There’s one thing that I know we can do for this community, and that is to make everyone here happier.”
Demo Day featured a variety of classes, including applied functional fitness, Zumba and yoga; both the May and June Great Fitness Challenges; pickleball lessons; and a massage therapy table, all while in the view of the playground area.
“It was real nice being able to watch my daughter, make sure she’s safe in good hands while in my vision, while I’m getting my workout,” said Spc. Robert Gaytan, 4th Missile Battalion, 5th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, 69th Air Defense Artillery Brigade, after completing his workout at Demo Day. “That’s real comforting for me as a parent.”
GroundPlay is open 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. on weekdays and 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on weekends. It is located behind Abrams Physical Fitness Center on 58th Street.
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Newton YMCA Fitness Coordinator Sarah Pittman talks about the YMCA’s Annual Senior Health and Fitness Fair Wednesday, May 31st, and what benefits the free event offers to local seniors.
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