Pressure in elite sports arises from multiple sources: competition importance, media attention, financial incentives, and public expectations. Athletes are constantly evaluated, compared, and criticized, which can undermine confidence and focus.
Effective pressure management involves erotic reframing stress as a performance enhancer rather than a threat. Athletes who perceive pressure positively are more likely to enter a state of optimal arousal, enabling peak performance.
Psychological resilience allows athletes to withstand criticism, maintain motivation, and sustain performance over long seasons and careers.