Preparing for a competition – the final touches 09:00 03/11/2014 Training for a competition is much different from our everyday routine. One needs to pay a lot of attention to technique, so as not to damage anything, especially minding the fastenings. Not what you were looking for? Search for other text. Training for a competition is much different from our everyday routine. One needs to pay a lot of attention to technique, so as not to damage anything, especially minding the fastenings. The “final touch” is all about preparing one’s muscles, joints and fastenings for maximum strain. It’s crucial in this period to perform each exercise with perfect form, even at the cost of using smaller weights. Movements must be maximally short, and each movement must simulate real fighting moves. Increasing the amount of time given to each exercise adapts our bodies to the larger strains at the table. Keep in mind also, that after “going pro” one needs to mind one’s diet and supplementation as well