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Elite Athlete

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Elite Athlete
A person who is currently or has previously competed as a varsity player (individual or team), a professional player or a national or international level player. Elite atheletes are at increased risk of injury

elite athlete
Sports medicine An athlete with potential for competing in the Olympics or as a professional athlete; EAs are at ↑ risk for injuries, given the amount of training, for psychological abuse by coaches and parents, and self abuse. See Female athlete triad, Overtraining.


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