Ryan Lochte is on the path to recovery.

In 2023, Lochte was involved in a car accident that put the Olympic swimmer in a “really dark place.” In a video message on Instagram, the former pro athlete revealed that he is now in a better place and that he is 54 days sober after going to rehab. He revealed that he is “so happy right now” and that being sober is a “big reason” for that feeling.

“I wanted to share some positive updates in my life,” Lochte began the video.

“After my accident in 2023, I fell into a really dark place” adding that, “depression, loneliness and feeling like I was giving up in life.”

He said that in order to counteract his substance abuse, he checked himself into a Florida recovery center where he was able to get the help he needed. “Substance abuse isn't a solution

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