Chapter 14 - Overtraining, Stress & Burnout In Adolescent Athletes
Uncover The Shocking Truth About Athlete Burnout: Evidence-Based Insights
Table of content
What's Burnout? ๐ค
- A state of physical and mental fatigue in athletes.
- Can be influenced by personal, situational, and psychosocial factors.
Fun Fact! In 2007, there were only 27 studies on athlete burnout. Imagine studying a topic that few have explored! ๐ต๏ธโ๏ธ
Famous Studies by Gould et al. on Junior Tennis Players ๐พ
- Study 1
- Used psychometric tests.
- Findings: Burned out players had:
- ๐ฅ Higher burnout scores
- ๐ถโ๏ธ Less input in training & higher withdrawal
- ๐ซ More likely to have played in school & up an age
- ๐ โ๏ธ Less external motivation, more a-motivation
- ๐ฏ Higher perfectionism
- ๐ Fewer coping strategies
- ๐ฑ Less positive interpretation & growth coping.
- Conclusion: Perfectionism is a major burnout factor.
Real-World Example: Think of a young tennis player who always aims for 'perfect' shots. If they miss even once, they feel devastated. Their obsession with perfection can lead them to feel constantly drained and discouraged.
Categories of Burnout Symptoms ๐ซ๐ฅ
- Physical: Like feeling constantly tired.
- Mental: Such as feeling overwhelmed or discouraged.
Reasons for Burnout:
- Physical: Overtraining
- Logistical: Too many commitments
- Social-Interpersonal: Need for a social life or peer pressure
- Psychological Concerns: Mental stress, perfectionism.
The Cognitive-Affective Stress Model by Smith ๐ง
- Burnout arises due to a mix of personal (like personality) and situational factors.
- Gould et al. believes there are sub-strains within this model:
- Social Psychologically Driven:
- Athlete perfectionism
- Situational pressures
- Social Psychologically Driven:
Did You Know? This model is like saying if you mix different ingredients (personal & situational factors) in a blender (the stress model), the smoothie (burnout) you get can have various flavors (sub-strains)! ๐ฅค
Gould et al.'s Other Studies ๐
- Study 2 (More In-depth)
- Interviews with 10 burned-out players.
- Findings: Burnout is best viewed through Smith’s model due to the balance of personality and situational factors.
- Study 3 (Individual Experiences)
- Examined 3 players, each representing different sub-strains:
- Mr. Perfect: High perfectionism and overtraining
- Social Bee: Pressured by others, needing social life
- Mr. Ambitious: Physically overtrained with unsuitable goals.
- Examined 3 players, each representing different sub-strains:
For Instance: Mr. Perfect might be the student who studies too hard for every test. Social Bee might be the kid torn between practice and parties. Mr. Ambitious? That's the friend trying to juggle too many activities.
Final Thoughts ๐
Burnout isn't just about being tired. It's a complex mix of factors, and it's essential to recognize these early, especially in young athletes. Remember, it's always okay to take a break and recharge! ๐๐
Hope these notes made burnout a tad more understandable and fun to learn about! ๐๐
Chapter 14 - Overtraining, Stress & Burnout In Adolescent Athletes
Uncover The Shocking Truth About Athlete Burnout: Evidence-Based Insights
Table of content
What's Burnout? ๐ค
- A state of physical and mental fatigue in athletes.
- Can be influenced by personal, situational, and psychosocial factors.
Fun Fact! In 2007, there were only 27 studies on athlete burnout. Imagine studying a topic that few have explored! ๐ต๏ธโ๏ธ
Famous Studies by Gould et al. on Junior Tennis Players ๐พ
- Study 1
- Used psychometric tests.
- Findings: Burned out players had:
- ๐ฅ Higher burnout scores
- ๐ถโ๏ธ Less input in training & higher withdrawal
- ๐ซ More likely to have played in school & up an age
- ๐ โ๏ธ Less external motivation, more a-motivation
- ๐ฏ Higher perfectionism
- ๐ Fewer coping strategies
- ๐ฑ Less positive interpretation & growth coping.
- Conclusion: Perfectionism is a major burnout factor.
Real-World Example: Think of a young tennis player who always aims for 'perfect' shots. If they miss even once, they feel devastated. Their obsession with perfection can lead them to feel constantly drained and discouraged.
Categories of Burnout Symptoms ๐ซ๐ฅ
- Physical: Like feeling constantly tired.
- Mental: Such as feeling overwhelmed or discouraged.
Reasons for Burnout:
- Physical: Overtraining
- Logistical: Too many commitments
- Social-Interpersonal: Need for a social life or peer pressure
- Psychological Concerns: Mental stress, perfectionism.
The Cognitive-Affective Stress Model by Smith ๐ง
- Burnout arises due to a mix of personal (like personality) and situational factors.
- Gould et al. believes there are sub-strains within this model:
- Social Psychologically Driven:
- Athlete perfectionism
- Situational pressures
- Social Psychologically Driven:
Did You Know? This model is like saying if you mix different ingredients (personal & situational factors) in a blender (the stress model), the smoothie (burnout) you get can have various flavors (sub-strains)! ๐ฅค
Gould et al.'s Other Studies ๐
- Study 2 (More In-depth)
- Interviews with 10 burned-out players.
- Findings: Burnout is best viewed through Smith’s model due to the balance of personality and situational factors.
- Study 3 (Individual Experiences)
- Examined 3 players, each representing different sub-strains:
- Mr. Perfect: High perfectionism and overtraining
- Social Bee: Pressured by others, needing social life
- Mr. Ambitious: Physically overtrained with unsuitable goals.
- Examined 3 players, each representing different sub-strains:
For Instance: Mr. Perfect might be the student who studies too hard for every test. Social Bee might be the kid torn between practice and parties. Mr. Ambitious? That's the friend trying to juggle too many activities.
Final Thoughts ๐
Burnout isn't just about being tired. It's a complex mix of factors, and it's essential to recognize these early, especially in young athletes. Remember, it's always okay to take a break and recharge! ๐๐
Hope these notes made burnout a tad more understandable and fun to learn about! ๐๐