The GB Sports Performance Podcast

Ep 30: Competition Checklist *7-Days Out*

The GB Sports Performance Podcast

Show Notes

The work is done. Now it's about arriving fresh.

In the final week before competition, the temptation is to squeeze in more training, test your fitness or chase one last improvement.

I share my final 7-day competition checklist to help you taper properly, avoid common mistakes and arrive ready to perform when it matters most.

In this episode: Why you need to stop trying to get fitter

The biggest tapering mistakes athletes make

How to stay sharp without creating fatigue

What to do about niggles before competition

Why sleep is a performance tool

How to fuel and hydrate properly

Getting your kit and logistics sorted

How to prepare mentally for competition

Why trusting your preparation matters

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