Thinking About Elite Performance: The Experience and Impact of Mental Fatigue in Elite Sport Coaching.
Suzanna RussellShona L HalsonDavid G JenkinsSteven B RynneBart RoelandsVincent G KellyPublished in: International journal of sports physiology and performance (2023)
Elite sport coaches report elevated instances of mental fatigue during a preseason training period. Those involved in elite sports should act to understand the presence and potential subsequent impacts of staff mental fatigue and consider management or mitigation strategies. Optimization of the cognitive performance of coaches and performance staff presents as a potential source of competitive advantage.