Understanding How Athlete Burnout Happens and How to Prevent It
Paul Odlin • April 2, 2023
The physical signs of burnout are not always apparent, but they can be clues that you need to take your athlete's needs more seriously.

The idea of burnout is a fairly modern idea, originating in 1974 from psychologist Herbert Freudenberger. Though it is typically related to work, athletes are also at risk of burnout in regard to their sport.