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What injured athletes can teach us about recovery and resilience
By Associated Press at Odessa American (oaoa.com)
· July 14, 2026
· 7 min read
By CHEYANNE MUMPHREY
The Associated Press
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. Serious injuries and medical conditions disrupt people’s daily routines and can impact their confidence and sense of identity. Elite athletes know the challenges from an injury that sidelines them from their sport, requires physical reha...
Key takeaway “Sport has always mimicked life,” said Ross Flowers, a sports and performance psychologist in Los Angeles.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) ·
Reading time: 7 min
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The Associated Press
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. Serious injuries and medical conditions disrupt people’s daily routines and can impact their confidence and sense of identity. Elite athletes know the challenges from an injury that sidelines them from their sport, requires physical reha...
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