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So, I just accepted an offer to compete at a “fight to win pro” in Richmond, California on Saturday, November 17. Here are my questions... (one month away)
1. Should I modify my training at all?
I normally compete in master ibjjf tournaments. I usually get three to four 5 minute matches. This will be a submission only one round 8 minute match with slams. I know my mindset has to change a little. Going for submissions all the time changes the energy system needed for success. I can’t stall in mount or hold him in guard. If there is no submission, the judges look to see who went for more submissions.
My plan is to add interval training with Hill sprints and swimming sprints.
2. How would you deal with the added pressure of spotlights, loud music and announcers, and my non jiu Jitsu friends partying at my VIP table?
I realize that in the grand scheme of things this isn’t a world changing event. I won’t be quitting my day job as a kindergarten teacher. I just know that my emotions will be running high. My plan is to add additional hiking, yoga, and meditation. I don’t want to have an adrenaline dump at the three minute mark.
3. Would you add any weight training with only one month?
I haven’t lifted weights in about 5 months. I don’t think my body will make any significant progress that would be helpful in this match. I know who my opponent is and I already have a strength advantage.
4. Most importantly, what should be my walkout song?
You got another thing coming- Judas Priest
Sabotage- beasty boys
For those about to rock-AC/DC
Sandman - Metallica
Possible joke songs
Hot for teacher - Van Halen
We’re going to be friends- jack johnson
TLDR
I’m competing in a fight to win comp. my plan is to increase cardio and train specifically for a sub only match. I’ll be walking in the woods and meditating. I need a walk out song. Any tips?
1. Should I modify my training at all?
I normally compete in master ibjjf tournaments. I usually get three to four 5 minute matches. This will be a submission only one round 8 minute match with slams. I know my mindset has to change a little. Going for submissions all the time changes the energy system needed for success. I can’t stall in mount or hold him in guard. If there is no submission, the judges look to see who went for more submissions.
My plan is to add interval training with Hill sprints and swimming sprints.
2. How would you deal with the added pressure of spotlights, loud music and announcers, and my non jiu Jitsu friends partying at my VIP table?
I realize that in the grand scheme of things this isn’t a world changing event. I won’t be quitting my day job as a kindergarten teacher. I just know that my emotions will be running high. My plan is to add additional hiking, yoga, and meditation. I don’t want to have an adrenaline dump at the three minute mark.
3. Would you add any weight training with only one month?
I haven’t lifted weights in about 5 months. I don’t think my body will make any significant progress that would be helpful in this match. I know who my opponent is and I already have a strength advantage.
4. Most importantly, what should be my walkout song?
You got another thing coming- Judas Priest
Sabotage- beasty boys
For those about to rock-AC/DC
Sandman - Metallica
Possible joke songs
Hot for teacher - Van Halen
We’re going to be friends- jack johnson
TLDR
I’m competing in a fight to win comp. my plan is to increase cardio and train specifically for a sub only match. I’ll be walking in the woods and meditating. I need a walk out song. Any tips?
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