The phrase "professional athletes" refers to individuals who play sports as a full-time career, getting paid to compete at a high level against other skilled athletes. Full definition
Only 22 percent of professional athletes said they want their own child to specialize in a single sport during childhood or adolescence, and only 62 percent believe early sports specialization aids in performance. (sciencedaily.com)
This diet was designed for professional athletes at the peak of physical fitness, not for editorial assistants who don't exercise nearly enough and use asthma as an excuse. (grantland.com)
They work so well, in fact, that Factor 2 is endorsed by professional athletes who compete at the elite level. (forcefactor.com)