Avoiding Common Competition Mistakes

First-time competitors often make avoidable errors such as neglecting warm-ups, forgetting essential gear, or failing to understand the ruleset. Mental mistakes like tunnel vision on a single technique or freezing under pressure are also common.

Experienced athletes, meanwhile, may struggle with pacing—either burning out too quickly or being too passive early. Proper preparation, familiarity with scoring, and practicing match scenarios in training help minimize these pitfalls.