athlete
/ˈæθli:t; `æθlit/ n
1 person who trains to compete in physical exercises and sports, esp running and jumping 运动员, 体育家（尤指跑和跳项目）.
2 person who has the strength and skill to perform well at sports 在运动方面有体力和技巧的人; 健儿
Most first-class footballers are natural athletes. 多数一流的足球运动员都是天生的健将.