Associations between physical fitness and mental toughness in adolescent competitive ballet dancers

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• Higher levels of physical fitness are associated with increased mental toughness in adolescent dancers, underscoring the importance of fitness training.
• Findings indicate that youth athletes may benefit from enhanced mental resilience as their physical fitness improves.
• A cross-sectional study involving competitive ballet dancers highlights valuable insights into psychological performance factors.
• Increasing focus on mental toughness alongside physical training may enhance overall performance in competitive sports.