Let me begin this post by saying I fully expect no one to utilize any of what I'm about to type. Frankly, I don't know that I will listen to my own advice. Regardless, there are very few opportunities in my life to be able to say "I told you so," so I look at this as a potential forum where I can accomplish that. This is a combination post of what you have to bring, along with a checklist of things that people could possibly want to enhance their weekend from a hoops perspective.
Must Have's:
1. Basketball Shoes (TLFK might forget these in favor of their hand wraps for deadlifts).
2. THREE pairs of basketball shorts.
3. FOUR undershirts/wifebeaters/etc.
4. FOUR pairs of socks.
5. FOUR pairs of boxer briefs, boxers, etc.
6. If hell has frozen over and you can't Pay Pal, bring two checks and a damn good excuse.
7. Jeans, collered shirts and a decent pair of shoes.
8. Jersey (This wouldn't be a legit checklist if I didn't state the obvious).
We will be doing laundry for shorts and jerseys after Sessions 1, 2 and 3. We are not doing the rest to avoid mixups and overloads of laundry. The Dallas area is very into dress code (Annoying I know), so although you don't have to look metro, avoid wearing tennis shoes, sandals, etc. out to the bars. Dress Code from Lexington is something I will miss big time.
Optional Stuff That Could Be Useful:
1. Extra set of laces. Don't discount the importance of this.
2. iPod Station.
3. Muscle recovery stuff.
4. Powder or THE GLIDE (Look it up).
5. Laundry Bag.
I've gone on record promoting the extra set of laces, and anticipate this to be a problem at some point in PCTI. When it is, expect me to go into self promotion, I-told-you-so mode like you've never seen before. This is something that our PCTI trainer will be in charge of 15 years from now, but for now it's our responsiblity. The rooms I'm sure have docking stations, but just in case, it's always nice to have. They tell me that iPhone's have decent speakers, but I wouldn't know anything about that. I'm not sure if muscle recovery stuff actually works, but if any of you think they do, this is the time and place to utilize it. I can't help but to wonder where I would be without the help of powder through all my days of hoops. The Glide is something new that you rub between your legs and prevents any jock itch/burn from happening. If that's too graphic I'm sorry, but if it helps save this from happening to one person, I'm all for it.
Now, time for the PCTI registered nutritionist to offer some opinions on how to avoid cramps, tightness, etc:
1. Drink coconut water.
I'm a notorious cramper due to lack of potassium (Chemical Element K for McKinney and all the other PCTI Chemists), and this has helped me avoid that. Drinking one has more K than eating two banana's, and is currently known as the best natural hydrator on the market. I should be paid for the way I promote this product. If you don't coconut, enjoy your Gatorade.
2. Drink aloe juice.
Drink two to eight ounces/day. Supports the immune system (Something that gets run down all weekend) and muscle, tissue and joint function (Kind of important given our circumstances). You might not know much about this yet, but you will.
3. Protein Bar (Cliff or Lara Bar's Suggested).
Cliff is the most well known, and for good reason. They are extremely high in carbs and protein, something that is desperately needed over the course of this weekend. It also is high in vitamins, something that most protein bars can't say. I'm sorry, but you can't convince me a protein bar is "Healthy" simply because it has peanut butter in it. Don't confuse a protein bar for a glorified chocolate bar.
4. Jerky.
Good news! Slim Jim is officially the sponsor for PCTI-III. The brand will be promoting it's new item, Slim Jim Steakhouse all weekend and will have samples on hand! YAY!!!!!
5. Foam Roller.
A lot has been made of what I would do without Hite's roller this year. The good news is that I bought one, a piece of rock hard foam about a foot long, and plan on bringing it with. This thing is fantastic if you do a few minutes before and after each game, rolling out the tightness and soreness, all the while loosening up your muscles.
As I said already, I expect no one to listen to me. The good news is that I don't care, because I'm just looking for some weekend HIIIIIIIIIIIIIITS.
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