Preparing for a tournament

Wayne Sy Asked 12 years ago

Hi there coach, I just wanted to ask something about being in the condition for a tournament. Our competition is just a month away (december 4) and our coach said that we should start sleeping early. I just wanted to ask if what are some more things I need to do or not do in order to stay in the best condition until the competition? The next question I would like to ask may be a little bit taboo, so please forgive me. Does abstinence help me be in the condition for the tournament? what are its benefits and side effects? I apologize for the second question sir, but I am just curious, thanks in advance sir.

Alois Rosario Answered 12 years ago

Hi Wayne,

Sleeping is a really important part of preparation for the tournament. It is often underestimated in a players preparation. In the last week you can also start to decrease the amount of on table training. This is a matter of preference though.

Also make sure you are eating well and especially staying hydrated in the days before.

As far as abstinence that is still a matter of conjecture and there is no real proof either way.

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Matt D Posted 11 years ago

Hi Alois,

I play a lot of tournaments ( in England ) as I want to become a professional table tennis player but for some reason I always lose in tournaments. I also play local league but I do really well in it!

Thanks

Matt

Alois Rosario from PingSkills Posted 11 years ago
Hi Matt,

Do you find the different format hard to adjust to. Take a look at our blog on What to Expect at a Tournament.

Warming up and not knowing when matches are going to be played makes it more difficult to prepare yourself at a tournament whereas at league you know when you are playing and who you are playing.