Balancing Sport and Academics as a Student Athlete

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As a student athlete you have a lot of responsibilities and one of the biggest ones being academics and schoolwork. Balancing the amount of work you are given as a student athlete can be stressful something that drains you mentally. Being able to balance both of these things will help you be the best you can be as your time as a student athlete. The hard work you put in during college and in academics will only benefit you tremendously as a student athlete. Here are a few tips to balance your academics and sport. 1. Mange your time wisely

It is important to manage your time wisely so you do not get overwhelmed with all your school work.Make a schedule that includes time for studying, practicing, and competing, as well as time for socializing, relaxation, and self-care. Make a calendar that has your day set out in detail. You can also make a to do list with all your assignments to make sure you have enough time in your day to complete everything you need to complete.

2. Set priorities

As a student athlete, you need to set priorities for your time and energy. You can't do everything, so it's important to determine what's most important to you. Decide on your academic and athletic goals for the semester or year and make a plan to achieve them. Be realistic and don't take on more than you can handle. Being able to do this will also positively impact your time management.

3. Communication

Communication is key to being able to balance your school and other requirements you have as a student athlete. Communicating with your teachers and coaches will be very beneficial to your success. Let your coaches and teachers know about your schedule and commitments, and work with them to find ways to balance both.

4. Take care of yourself

make sure you have the right nutrition, sleep, and recovery to help you perform well academically. take breaks when you need to from homework and re group and then try again. Remember it is okay to get frustrated and stressed and learn from those times to help you in the future.

Have you ever had a hard time balancing academics and being a student athlete? And if you are not a student athlete I am sure you are very busy with other things in your day. Has that ever affected you and your academics? If so, that is ok! Overall balancing your academics while being a student athlete or someone who is busy can be difficult but is very manageable. If you follow the tips above hopefully that will help you to balance both of those things!