6 tips from athletes how to prepare for the competition

1. Packing

Encourage the athlete to pack all of their gear the night before, using a packing list that they have created with your assistance.

2. Eating

Look at the following day’s program with the athlete. Together work out a rough plan of what they will eat when, using foods brought from home. Do not rely on ground catering. The athlete should take a variety of healthy foods, including liquid meals such as an “Up & Go”. Also, the athlete should take more food and drink than they think that they will need – just in case.

3. Warm Up and Cool Down

Discuss with the athlete when and how they will warm up and cool down. Have a flexible plan in place.

4. Time Between Events

Ask the athlete to consider how they will keep themselves occupied between events and if they will need to take anything with them to do so. E.g. A book, iPad, etc. Add it to the packing list.

5. Weather Forecast

Check and discuss the weather forecast. What might the athlete need to prepare for a very hot, cold or wet day?

6. Competition Day

For competition day, encourage the athlete to get up early enough to allow them to have a light and relaxed breakfast (Being “too nervous to eat” is not an excuse!), and avoid rushing to get ready. Help them work out what morning routine works best for them.

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