"When I am under pressure, I focus on the task at hand and make sure I don't get distracted. This was a helpful strategy during my residency training. I know I will face the most grueling year of my training as a sports medicine fellow. I plan to utilize my free time wisely by doing what is necessary to recharge my mind and rest my body. I like to do this by playing golf, hiking with my dog, and reading."

Explain to your interviewers that you have the tools to keep your mind, body, and spirit in the best shape possible to learn and grow every day during sports medicine fellowship training. Talk about your ability to maintain perspective, use your downtime to recharge, and come to each shift prepared for the challenges that you'll face. If you have an example of how you capably handled a very intense time during your residency training, this is a great time to discuss that situation.

"Exercise is one healthy coping skill I use to deal with stress outside the clinic or hospital. It helps me stay refreshed and focused during long hours, and I hope to continue doing this while in fellowship training to help prevent burnout."