Abstract
The term of "burnout syndrome" is most often encountered in association with what is known as "the caring professions". Professional literature, however, mentions the fact that the syndrome is not limited to these professions only, but can be observed across the board.
On the theoretical level this paper concentrates on sporting men and women, since this endangered group is still neglected, despite their exposure to extreme psychological stress. As regards the practical level, the paper treats also prevention and therapy of the condition in sportspersons.