Preparing for the big game: Transitioning from competitive athletics to a healthy lifestyle

Mark G. Abel; Bridget Carreiro

doi:10.1519/SSC.0b013e31820bc314

Preparing for the big game: Transitioning from competitive athletics to a healthy lifestyle

Mark G. Abel, Bridget Carreiro

Kinesiology and Health Promotion

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Abstract

Athletics provides individuals with opportunities to engage in a physically active lifestyle. However, after an athlete's career is complete, living an active lifestyle can be more difficult. This article serves to identify specific barriers to leading a healthy lifestyle after competitive athletics and provides strategies for strength and conditioning professionals to assist athletes in overcoming these barriers.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	58-63
Number of pages	6
Journal	Strength and Conditioning Journal
Volume	33
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1519/SSC.0b013e31820bc314
State	Published - Apr 2011

Keywords

Former athlete
Nutrition
Physical activity
Wellness

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

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