This study explored the psychological characteristics of elite athletes in Taiwan by using qualitative research method. The aim is to examine the psychological foundations underlining successful sport performance. Two researchers interviewed twenty-two participants including athletes and coaches of national level from sports of shooting, archery, golf, gymnastics, track & field, swimming, and distant running. Content analysis was performed to analyze the qualitative data. Ninety-five quotes were drawn from interview transcripts and five major themes were emerged during inductive analysis process. Major themes characterizing the Taiwan elite athletes were adjusting strategy、emotional control、motivation、confidence、and self-control.