For ambitious athletes, injuries are both
unavoidable and one of the hardest
things to deal with. Taking a break is
almost impossible for an extremely
1
_______________ person, yet when you
are hurt, the 2

______________ to take
some time off has been made for you.
The idea that avoiding rest might result in
permanent damage is a 3

____________
motivation to listen to the doctors. And
although your recovery will likely involve
endless 4
______________ of boring
exercises, being able to stick to the
routine until you are better is a sign of
the kind of 5

______________ it takes to

be a successful competitor.