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The study aims to explore the correlation between mental toughness and physical performance in elite soccer players.

April 26, 2026Humanities and Social Sciences CommunicationsOpen Access

Physical performance associated with mental toughness in elite soccer players

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ZDZhanwen DuSouthwest University LŠLovro ŠtefanMasaryk University

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Observational study investigates the relationship of mental toughness with physical performance in elite soccer players, suggesting the need for integrated training approaches.

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The study aims to explore the correlation between mental toughness and physical performance in elite soccer players.
76 professional U21 male soccer players from six clubs were recruited for the study.
Mental toughness was measured using the Sport Mental Toughness Questionnaire (SMTQ).
Physical performance metrics included VO2max and distance covered at various speeds.
Overall mental toughness score showed a strong correlation with VO2max (r = 0.68) and running (r = 0.67).
Moderate correlation was noted between mental toughness and jogging (r = 0.44) and overall distance traveled (r = 0.54).
Sub-scales of mental toughness had correlations ranging from moderate to strong (r = 0.32–0.66) with physical performance measures.

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Du et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69edad4b4a46254e215b4e28 https://doi.org/10.1057/s41599-026-07365-y

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Observational study investigates the relationship of mental toughness with physical performance in elite soccer players, suggesting the need for integrated training approaches.

Physical performance associated with mental toughness in elite soccer players

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Physical performance associated with mental toughness in elite soccer players

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