WIRED TO PLAY: THE METACOGNITIVE ATHLETE

Chapter 10
The Pain of Letting Go: Life after Sport

Many ‘talented’ junior athletes fail to successfully transition into senior competition, learn why.  There are five transitional stages across the athlete’s lifespan all provide opportunities for building emotional resilience.  The last of these transitions is retirement from elite competitive sport. 

To help retiring athletes make successful transitions to life-after-sport, read about the seven states of readiness that are key factors in preparation for a successful transition.