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When should you quit a sport?

In Over Your Head? 6 Signs it's Time to Quit Your Sport To Preserve Your Mental Health You no longer love your sport. ... You don't think of yourself as anything other than an athlete. ... You're anxious or depressed. ... You have an injury that makes playing painful or difficult. ... You're at risk of failing out of school. More items... •

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Today’s athletes are conditioned to push through the pain and pressure, and competitive sports at all levels have become an extremely cutthroat environment. In fact, most athletes at one time or another will hear the famous Vince Lombardi quote, “Winning isn’t everything–it’s the only thing.” So then how do athletes know when winning isn’t enough and it’s time to call it quits? Here are signs for athletes to look out for to recognize when they must prioritize mental health over winning at all costs.

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You no longer love your sport

Burnout is real. If you’ve been playing your sport for most of your life and it has started to feel like a chore, it may be time to reevaluate your priorities. Sports are games and games are supposed to be fun. If your sport is causing you stress and dread and you’re not even enjoying it, it may be time to take a step back.

You don’t think of yourself as anything other than an athlete

How many people are asked about themselves and only have to say that they’re an athlete? I’m sure more than people would like to admit. If you’re only playing because all you’ve ever identified with is being an athlete, continuing to play is not the solution. It’s okay to be a former athlete, and it’s okay to find another healthier identity.

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You’re anxious or depressed

A lot of people can suffer from anxiety and depression, but when it is solely derived from sport, it may be time to call it quits. Mental health comes first, and you shouldn’t have to suffer through mental illnesses just to play a sport that causes them.

You have an injury that makes playing painful or difficult

Injuries happen. However, if playing has become increasingly painful or difficult and there is no magic cure you should think about your long-term physical health. Also, if you suffered a severe injury and can’t play like you used to due to fear of reinjury, it may be time to quit for your body’s sake.

You’re at risk of failing out of school

Most schools offer tons of resources in order to help athletes balance sports and school. If you’ve tried them all and still aren’t making the grades you want or need, it could be time to step back temporarily or permanently. Athletics is only for a short period of time, but your academic performance and learning is incredibly important to set up the rest of your life.

Your team or coach is toxic and transferring isn’t an option.

Sometimes you are in love with the school, but not the coach or team. If you are absolutely committed to staying at your school but are in an incredibly toxic environment with your sport, you may consider quitting.

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Quitting can be an incredibly tough decision to make for an athlete. Knowing when to quit isn’t always easy, but making that call can be the best thing you can do for yourself. Only you can make that decision, so do what’s best for you as a person, not just an athlete Have an idea for a story or a question you need answered? Want to set up an interview with us? Email us at [email protected]

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