Lindsay Lohan has recently opened up about how she takes care of her mental health.
In a recent chat with Health, the 35-year-old actress talked about the types of sweat sessions she loves, her food cravings, and prioritizing her mental health.
Lohan is starring in a Super Bowl commercial for Planet Fitness, which is all about wellness.
When asked about the commercial, she said, “It was a fun, lighthearted way of putting the past to bed—and a way to start fresh! Planet Fitness has an inclusive environment—it feels like a safe space where you don’t have to worry that everyone is looking at you. I love that they also promote the positive mental health aspects [of working out].”
“People forget about that part of it and will often just focus on the physical benefits,” Lohan added. “But when you workout, you’re also getting endorphins that make you feel good, you sleep better and you don’t seem to stress out as much. I also like the idea that when you work out, you’re taking time for yourself. It’s self-care.”
The Mean Girls actress shared how important her workout routine is for her. She said, “It’s just that – a routine. That’s really important to me. I work out three or four days a week. I’m not an outdoor runner, but I love the treadmill. I’ll just put my headphones on, put the treadmill on an incline, and alternate between speed walking, jogging, and sprinting.”
It’s about taking care of yourself physically and mentally. For me, having a good skincare routine is part of it, as is eating healthy. But it’s also about the people you surround yourself with. You have to make sure you have a good support system and the people around you provide good stability.
Lohan also opened up about how she approached her eating. She said, “I try to focus on balance. I love cooking and looking at recipes, so that’s something that helps me incorporate healthy foods. And I don’t have a sweet tooth.”
“Sometimes I do crave fast food. When I do, I’ll go for a kids’ meal—that’s my trick,” she added. “My fiancé and siblings all make fun of me for it. I really only do that once in a blue moon. Again, it’s about balancing those things with lots of other healthy, nutritious options.”
Lohan also said she is prioritizing her mental health and focusing on all the good things in her life.
She told Health, “I meditate daily. Once a day I take 10 to 15 minutes and I do some breathing work paired with some spiritual prayers. It gives me time to focus. I will actually go into the bathroom to meditate. I turn on the shower and leave it running while I do it. It may sound weird, but the sound of the water calms me – it’s cozy and feels like no one can bother you.”
