It’s natural for athletes to experience moments of discouragement after a training session. Here’s how you can provide support and help them maintain a positive perspective in conjunction with their Athletes Untapped coach:

Listen and Validate Their Feelings:

Create a safe space for your athlete to express their disappointment or frustration without judgment. Acknowledge their feelings and let them know it’s okay to feel that way.

Reframe Challenges as Learning Opportunities:

Help your athlete view setbacks or difficult sessions as opportunities for growth and learning. Discuss what they can take away from the experience and how they can improve in future sessions.

Communicate with the Coach:

If the discouragement seems persistent or significant, consider communicating with the coach to understand their perspective on the session and explore strategies to address the athlete’s concerns in future training.

Focus on Effort and Progress:

Remind your athlete of their progress and the effort they are putting in. Shift the focus from immediate outcomes to the long-term development and the skills they are building.

To communicate with the coach about your athlete’s feelings and explore supportive strategies, use the platform’s messaging feature: How do I contact a coach?

Understanding the coach’s communication style and approach to feedback might provide context for your athlete’s feelings: How do I find a coach?