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How to fuel for a BJJ competition
There are several factors to consider when deciding how to fuel for a BJJ competition, some of which are outside of your control. This is a guide for recreational BJJ players who are interested in improving their performance in competitions. Elite level athletes will benefit from a more detailed nutrition plan specific to their physical characteristics, training program, among other factors. Why is it tricky to fuel for a BJJ competition? First, most competitions require you to weigh in on the day, which means there you will not have time to rehydrate and regain weight (if you have cut weight) before your fights. Second, matches can go for the whole…
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Eating for training and competition
Nobody would think about running 10km as preparation for an Olympic weightlifting meet. You should be polishing off your lifts and throwing in some max days to simulate competition day. This should translate seamlessly to nutrition. However, many athletes overlook their nutrition strategy and show up to competition with no plan. Eating for training and competition require the same amount of thought. If you are planning to participate in any kind of sporting event, from amateur to elite-level competitions, you should have a nutrition strategy in place. This includes non-competitive events such as martial arts gradings. As you will see below, your nutrition strategy is unique to you because it…
