The social identity of athletes in artistic swimming and gymnastics before and after retiring. Developing and testing interventions to assist their wellbeing and their mental health. KU Leuven
According to Torregrosa, Boixados, Valiente, and Cruz (2004), athletes have much better transition from being active athletes to retirement when they have already planned. The athletes’ perception of being relocated to sports rather than losing their athletic identity is very helpful for their mental health and their wellbeing. Especially, athletes who are forced to retire have more chances of facing challenges to a smooth transition to their ...