I learned some things about competing in the open while in med school, and I wanted to write them down for next year. The open is kind of a different challenge than just competing on a weekend. You have to balance day to day routine with competing. With that being said ... here we go.
1) Do not do an open workout on the same day you have an exam. I did this three times, and they were my worst scores by far.
2) Get plenty of rest the day before (see number 1, if you have an exam you will most likely be up late)
3) Do not take adderall the day you compete. You will get dry mouth like you wouldn't believe.
4) Try to get as much stuff done as you can before competing. Having any thoughts like "I need to be doing this or that" while you are competing is a serious detriment. It will also affect sleeping (see number 2)
5) To bring the most intensity you can, you have to be fueled well. Caffeine and some almonds pre WOD is not going to cut it.
6) Stretch, all the time. During study breaks, while you are studying. This is a good idea for just general practice, not just during the open. Sitting to much is doing to make you tight all over.
So this is it. I feel like this is good practice for pretty much any day of training, but some of it is unavoidable. Regardless, hopefully this outline will help me out for next year.
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