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Why do Athletes Need a Sports Psychologist?
Some people have attached a stigma to sports psychologists. They label athletes who use them as mentally weak, not having what it takes to make it on their own. Making use of the services of a sports psychologist is definitely not a sign of weakness. Succeeding in a chosen sport…
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What Type of Person should Become a Sports Psychologist?
Athletes must be in the best physical shape possible to compete. They must also be driven, disciplined, competitive, assertive, focused, committed and have self-confidence. This is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the ideal traits! It takes a lot to be a successful athlete. In the…
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What are the Benefits of Being a Sports Psychologist?
If you have a passion for sport and helping athletes, then becoming a sports psychologist is probably high on your list of possible careers. Sports psychology focuses on how playing sports affects people and how to help athletes have positive mindsets that will help them to excel in their sports.…
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What does a Sports Psychologist do?
In one of our previous articles, we discussed what a sports psychologist is and what some of the benefits are of hiring such a professional. With this article, we’d like to get into the nitty-gritty of what a sports psychologist does and what you can expect during your sessions with…
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How to Develop Yourself as a Fitness Brand on Social Media
To succeed in on social media – especially as a fitness professional – you need to be clearly recognised as a leader in your profession. Potential clients need to have no doubt in their minds that you are without a doubt the best and only fitness professional out there to…
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What a Sports Manager Needs to Know About Budgeting
Sports Management and Finance Being a sports manager requires an understanding of all aspects of the industry and facility you are working for. This includes the financial side of things. Being able to manage a successful fitness facility requires a sharp set of budgeting skills that have been honed to…
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The Sports Manager’s Guide to Risk Management
The sports and fitness industry, by its very nature, is vulnerable to a number of risks. This is especially where injuries are concerned. Because they are so prevalent wherever sports and fitness take place, these risks need to be carefully managed by those overseeing facilities, events and sporting activities. While…
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What Career Choices do Sports Administrators Have?
In between the glory of Olympic gold medallists and athletic superstars, not much is often said about the gears that keep the fitness and sports industries moving. Sports administrators, the world over, have a tremendously important job to do every day. Their title describes one of the most all-encompassing professions…
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Why Become a Sports Manager 
The sports manager is one of the most over-looked, yet most important, jobs in any athlete’s career. We’ve all heard about the importance of sports coaches in the life of an athlete because they are responsible for honing an athlete’s prowess on the sports field. However, the sports manager is vitally important as they transcend the sports field…
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