Aly Raisman Shares How Her Dog Mylo Has Positively Impacted Her Mental Heath: ‘Feels Like Home’ (Exclusive)

Mar. 15, 2025

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Aly Raismanis opening up about how her dog Mylo changed her life!

Raisman, who has spent many years as an advocate for mental health among athletes and beyond, explains how her rescue dog, who she’s had for about four years, has positively impacted her mental health.

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Some of the responsibilities of being a pet owner also provide Raisman comfort and force her to slow down and enjoy the quiet moments in life.

She and Mylo are so connected that when it comes to regulating her dog’s mood, Raisman says she gives himEverRoot’s Calming supplement, which contains ingredients she uses to calm her own anxiety like green tea and chamomile.

Raisman and Mylo.Aly Raisman/Instagram

“When I drink green tea, it actually helps calm me down and relaxes me,” she says, noting that it makes her feel good to give Mylo supplements with green tea extract in it.

The active ingredient in green tea extract, L-theanine, is proven safe for dogs who need help staying calm, perFront of the Pack.

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As for maintaining her mental health amid her busy schedule, Raisman tells PEOPLE that there’s one non-negotiable that her body forces her to follow no matter what.

“I’ve read this quote online that says, ‘If you don’t pick a day to rest, your body will pick it for you,'” the6-time Olympic medalistsays. “I really try to check in with how I’m feeling and I have had to learn if I’m not feeling well or I’m just actually having a lot of anxiety more than usual, I feel it’s really important for me to take that moment for myself and rest.”

source: people.com