Most important element of a coach and athlete relationship

As coach the most important element to my arsenal is that of trust.  If the athlete doesn't trust me, or I don't trust the athlete, the relationship of athlete and coach is one of mistrust.

What is Trust?

Trust in my eyes is not one definable thing, it is a number to elements that implies a respect in each other that we are there to help, improve and become better.

Trust is not about not questioning each other.  To improve and understand you must question.  How else are we to learn?

What do we do if trust is lost?

That is question that we must look at when and if the question arises.

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