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There are certain things that only college athletes understand. Whether or not you are currently a college athlete yourself, or know of any friends who are, keep reading for twenty surefire signs you’re a college athlete!<\/p>\n

1. Ice baths are actually appealing.<\/h3>\n

2. \u201cSorry, I have practice\u201d<\/em> is\u00a0something you constantly say.<\/h3>\n

3. Spring break actually means spring training, not bikinis and bottles.<\/h3>\n

4. You know that \u201cOptional\u201d actually means mandatory.<\/h3>\n

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5. Having recruits on campus means free food.<\/h3>\n

6. You are always falling asleep in class.<\/h3>\n

7. You are constantly hungry.<\/h3>\n

8. You are up before the sun.<\/h3>\n

9. The best time of the year is when you get new gear.<\/h3>\n

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10. You spend majority of your day complaining about how sore you are.<\/h3>\n

11. You live off of Gatorade and water.<\/h3>\n

12. You are always superstitious on game day.<\/h3>\n

13. Your closet is mainly team gear.<\/h3>\n

14. You don’t know what to do with your free time because you rarely ever have it.<\/h3>\n

15. You are constantly in sweats, so when you dress up, it’s a big deal.<\/h3>\n

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16. You carry way too many things in school.<\/h3>\n

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17. You learn to change on the go.<\/h3>\n

18. You’re an amazing multitasker.<\/h3>\n

19. You get used to the awful tan lines.<\/h3>\n

20. Only other student athletes understand you.<\/h3>\n

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What are some other signs you’re a college athlete? Comment below and share this article with friends!<\/h2>\n

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