Why do some sports people succeed? What does it take to do well in competitive sports? Well, the answer seems obvious, one may say. Those who are at the top in their sports discipline dedicate themselves completely to their pursuits. However, there is more to being understood that meets the eye. Scientists (...) have identified a combination of factors responsible for this ultimate success. Their research offers proof that to succeed, apart from all the hard work, the athlete needs to be supported by his or her family, be optimistic, full of self-control, and above all willing to develop holistically. The study also shows that the level of concentration has to be very high at all times. A high achiever has to strengthen his or her mind as well as the body. It's all in the mind, which explains why a lot of gifted athletes do not fare well in the long run.
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