Josh Jones | My mental health

Huddersfield Giants second row Josh Jones has been a big supporter of Offload, the mental fitness programme from RL Cares, since its launch in 2017.

In this short video from the launch of Offload, Josh, who was then a Salford player, opens up about his  battles with poor mental health and how speaking to friends and family is helping him cope.

Anxiety and depression are big challenges for me. I go through it every day and it can be tough to deal with. Talking to my player welfare manager, family and friends has been a real help.

Further reading

• Performing Under Pressure — 9 Ways Great Athletes Make It Count, When It Counts Most
• How Pro Athletes Deal With Pressure
• Handling Pressure in Sport