athlete padlet by Rowan Kratz

job description

rkratz25 — 2024-10-28 13:39:03 UTC

athletes are masters of their own bodies. they train their whole lives building their bodies around a specific sport. they then compete against each other for fame and money.

Working conditions

rkratz25 — 2024-10-28 13:41:26 UTC

athletes train is diverse environments. they train in hot and cold. they work indoor and outdoor. the most dedicated athletes train for several hours, multiple times a day.

earnings and benefits

rkratz25 — 2024-10-28 13:49:52 UTC

the earnings of the athlete depends on the sport they play. powerlifters, for example, aren't paid a whole lot for the work they do. they might only see a few grand out of a higher level competition. however, famous lifters have other ways of pulling in money, such as personal merchandise, brand deals, and social media attention. in addition, members of large teams can see benefits like scholarships.

employment trends

rkratz25 — 2024-10-28 13:55:00 UTC

Athletes are pretty common in Pa. it is here where teams like the Eagles, Phillies, and the 76ers reside. Basketball, Football, and Baseball are all taking athletes from Pa, and this trend is fairly consistant across the country.

Qualifications

rkratz25 — 2024-10-30 13:25:29 UTC

Technically, you don't need any sort of education to be an athlete. however, for many sports, competing at the Hs and collegiate level are crucial in moving to the professional level. the most important criteria is strong history of proper training. any sort of training or activity related to your chosen sport is very valuable.

educational institutions

rkratz25 — 2024-10-30 13:35:04 UTC

almost all post-secondary schools in the country support some sort of athletic activity. UPenn is good for football. Villanova is good for basketball. Drexel is good wrestling. Saint Francis is good for soccer. Bucknell is good for Lacrosse.

Benefits and drawbacks

rkratz25 — 2024-10-30 13:38:21 UTC

If you are a good athlete, you will be paid handsomely and Can become a household name. however, this is one profession where injuries are extremely common. it is important to understand the limits of your body as an athlete. if you don't you could be out of a job.