Supporting the Well-Being of High Performance Coaches

The article "Giving Voice to High Performance Sports Coaches to Spotlight Their Perceptions of Psychological Well-Being" explores how elite coaches experience and define their mental and emotional health. Through interviews with eight high performance coaches, researchers found that well-being is influenced by factors such as work life balance, self awareness, personal growth, and supportive relationships.

Coaches shared that seeing their athletes succeed and continuing to learn in their roles helps them stay motivated. However, the pressures of high performance sport can also create challenges, including stress and imposter syndrome. The study highlights the importance of creating supportive environments so coaches can thrive and continue to guide and inspire their athletes.

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