How do you prepare for long tournaments? Do you do any kind of preparation?

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I try to relax and play in comfortable places and you? if you do some kind of preparation share here.
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I drink espresso coffee and relax in my favorite chair.
 
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most tourenys can belong, more so when reaching ITM.I always play a few small entries mtt's to get a feel ,and dont just jump into a game, better to get a few quirks out of your system rather then making them in the tournament your about to sit at for awhile and hopefully pull a big win
 
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There are mind set tapes by elliot row (and other people I assume) that purposely get you into the right mindset before a long session to keep you focused. Also a mental warm up and warm down is always good.

Other than that having plenty of drinks and snacks near by helps me :D
 
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Your basic preparation for tournaments should be:
1) The absence of any distractions before the game.
2) In an optimistic mood.
3) In the preparation of a comfortable workplace.
4) In a good portion of food before the game.
 
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I'm listen Pink floyd and to to game
 
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1. Get some roasted pumpkin seeds
2. Open a beer can
3. Enjoy:)
 
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I eat before long tournament and meet the need. it helps me to be more patient.
and of course everyone needs in good and comfortable place by the laptop or computer )
 
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Of course, you need to eat well, hydrate yourself, go to the bathroom and calm yourself for a long battle! :jd4:
 
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watching online poker pro playing maybe good to add some patience before or while the tournament start.. sorry for my English hope you get my point..
 
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First i eat and drink plenty of water, go to the bathroom if i need to, put some music on and get comfortable.
 
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I love to sleep before the tournament.then drink tea or coffee
 
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To a serious tournament, an expensive and lengthy tournament, respectively, and a serious preparation to have a good night's sleep, select movies that I watch in parallel, check the coffee reserves)))
 
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I try to relax and play in comfortable places and you? if you do some kind of preparation share here.
We are together.
😎👊🍀💰
I like to play long tourneys after a good sleep night.I play more relaxed.
 
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I like to caffeinate, hydrate, and bring lots of snacks.
 
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Before a long tournament I try to have a good rest and sleep, then I drink coffee or tea, I take something delicious and sweet, or fried sunflower seeds or nuts, and start playing
in the tournament!
 
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The main thing is not to thump before the tournament, feel good and keep the mood)
 
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I do not do any preparation, only I plan my time in advance, so that nothing distracts during the tournament
 
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Just try to make sure you have eaten, have something to drink, and minimize potential distractions.
 
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Hours before a long tournament, I like to study my hands, and read poker books.

Close to tournament time, I like to have my Gatorade bottle full of water, sit in a comfortable space, listen to the same music playlist I use for working out in the gym, (before the tournament starts.) and I also apply the repeating method used in the book The Power of The subconscious Mind which is to constantly repeat positive things. (e.g.) I'm going to cash.
 
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Get plenty of rest, turn off your phone, make sure you have no distractions
 
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Usually take a nap before/after a workout then maybe a little video games , hanging out with my SO , or reading up on some basic refreshers for tourney play before turning on some music and getting some water.
 
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To a serious tournament, an expensive and lengthy tournament, respectively, and a serious preparation to have a good night's sleep, select movies that I watch in parallel, check the coffee reserves)))
always my friend.
We have to be prepared for the:fight:
We are together.
😎👊🍀💰
 
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