# Tasks & work activities — professional athlete

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 27-2021.00 (Athletes and Sports Competitors).

## Task statements

- **[Core]** Attend scheduled practice or training sessions.
- **[Core]** Participate in athletic events or competitive sports, according to established rules and regulations.
- **[Core]** Exercise or practice under the direction of athletic trainers or professional coaches to develop skills, improve physical condition, or prepare for competitions.
- **[Core]** Maintain equipment used in a particular sport.
- **[Core]** Maintain optimum physical fitness levels by training regularly, following nutrition plans, or consulting with health professionals.
- **[Core]** Assess performance following athletic competition, identifying strengths and weaknesses and making adjustments to improve future performance.
- **[Core]** Represent teams or professional sports clubs, performing such activities as meeting with members of the media, making speeches, or participating in charity events.
- **[Core]** Lead teams by serving as captain.
- **[Core]** Receive instructions from coaches or other sports staff prior to events and discuss performance afterwards.

## Detailed work activities

- Coach others.
- Evaluate skills of athletes or performers.
- Maintain equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
- Participate in athletic events.
- Perform manual service or maintenance tasks.
- Practice athletic or artistic skills.
- Promote products, activities, or organizations.