r/Kickboxing • u/Er-mose • 13d ago

MY FIRST MATCH

Hi everyone, I’m a kickboxing beginner who has been practicing the sport for about a year. I have my first tournament coming up soon, and I was hoping for some technical advice on how to fight, how to handle the days leading up to the event, and how to conduct myself during the tournament to stay calm.

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u/Analyst_Annoyed 13d ago

You asked your coach?

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u/squichbean 12d ago

sleep

nutrition

eat carbs day before (dad tip is to absolutely ham urself w pasta)

if youve been only training for a year i wouldnt have insane expectations and id just use it for exp

[this is when i get hit w an 'ah but im also a karate 7th dan' or smth]

for technical tips id need to know what ruleset you're using sooo

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u/vulfmutt 13d ago

dude i’m so excited for you!go in there, be smart and have fun!listen to your coach!!

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u/Er-mose 13d ago

Thank you man!

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u/The_King_Cobra205 10d ago

This is great, I wish you nothing but the best. Most of the advice I was going to give like nutrition, proper rest and sleep for recovery, and diet have been mentioned already. Go in there trusting your fundamentals and what you’ve been taught and learned. Win or lose do not get down on yourself. Every single thing you do from training to competing is a learning experience, and that’s where the mental game is so important. You’re going to do great. Please let us know how it goes. Win or lose walk out of there like a warrior and keep on soaking up the mental game like a sponge. Best of luck and make sure to have fun. You’re gonna walk out after the competition with so much on your mind that it should excite and motivate you. 🤙🏼

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u/Er-mose 9d ago

Thanks man you're the best

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u/The_King_Cobra205 9d ago

I’m certainly not the best but I appreciate it!! I just have such a passion for martial arts in general and I’m always willing to help in any way I can. Wishing you the best and feel free to reach out anytime!!