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<DIV>Fabulous tournament to all, and Chuc Mung Giang Sinh!</DIV>
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<DIV>- ong gia</DIV>
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<B><SPAN style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">From:</SPAN></B> David Jensen <david.p.jensen@gmail.com><BR><B><SPAN style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">To:</SPAN></B> Chris Bertelli <trv@etherstreet.com><BR><B><SPAN style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Cc:</SPAN></B> suc@saigon-ultimate.com; Nam <s3145903@rmit.edu.vn>; Anh Vu Vu <vuanhvu2002@yahoo.com><BR><B><SPAN style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Sent:</SPAN></B> Wednesday, December 24, 2008 10:05:09 AM<BR><B><SPAN style="FONT-WEIGHT: bold">Subject:</SPAN></B> Re: [SUC] getting ready for the Hat -- added note on cramps<BR></FONT><BR>Great advice, Chris!<BR><BR>I've also found a Coke or two in the afternoon to be quite helpful, as it's a quick way to replace salts and calories, both!<BR><BR>The moral of the story is ... drink, drink, drink!<BR><BR>dj<BR><BR>
<DIV class=gmail_quote>On Wed, Dec 24, 2008 at 6:28 PM, Chris Bertelli <SPAN dir=ltr><<A href="mailto:trv@etherstreet.com" target=_blank rel=nofollow ymailto="mailto:trv@etherstreet.com">trv@etherstreet.com</A>></SPAN> wrote:<BR>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Dear All --</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Here is an added note on avoiding cramps:</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Cramps -- painful involuntary muscle contractions -- occur when you lose electrolytes (dissolved ions) from your blood and bodily fluids. When you run like crazy and sweat, the sweat carries with not just water out of your body, but also dissolved potassium and sodium. Then if you drink pure water to rehydrate, eventually your body will be short of electrolytes and you will get cramps.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Here is a recipe for avoiding cramps:</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>-- For the first match of the day, drink pure water (since most people start out with too much sodium in their bodies)</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>-- For the rest of the day, add electrolytes to your water, or drink some other beverage with added electrolytes. You have a couple of choices:</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>1) Packets of electrolyte powder will be provided at the tournament -- probably the same type people take when they have severe diarrhea. If it's the medical type (similar to the Oresol that is sold in Vietnam), mix it with your water at about half the strength indicated in the instructions on the package.</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>2) Mix Gatorade powder into your water. Gatorade powder seems not to be available in Vietnam, but sometimes your teammates from other countries might bring some. It's similar to medical electrolyte powder, but with some sugar added for energy and a nicer taste.</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>3) The Revive drink sold at RMIT says it's "isotonic" which means it contains electrolytes, though it's too sweet to drink in large quantities.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Bananas contain a lot of potassium, which is why they are recommended to avoid cramps. It helps to eat one for lunch.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>-- CB</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV style="BACKGROUND: rgb(228,228,228); FONT: 10pt arial; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal"><B>From:</B> <A title=trilehawk@yahoo.com href="mailto:trilehawk@yahoo.com" target=_blank rel=nofollow ymailto="mailto:trilehawk@yahoo.com">Tri Le</A> </DIV>
<DIV style="FONT: 10pt arial; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal"><B>To:</B> <A title=suc@saigon-ultimate.com href="mailto:suc@saigon-ultimate.com" target=_blank rel=nofollow ymailto="mailto:suc@saigon-ultimate.com">suc@saigon-ultimate.com</A> </DIV>
<DIV style="FONT: 10pt arial; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal"><B>Cc:</B> <A title=s3145903@rmit.edu.vn href="mailto:s3145903@rmit.edu.vn" target=_blank rel=nofollow ymailto="mailto:s3145903@rmit.edu.vn">Nam</A> ; <A title=vuanhvu2002@yahoo.com href="mailto:vuanhvu2002@yahoo.com" target=_blank rel=nofollow ymailto="mailto:vuanhvu2002@yahoo.com">Anh Vu Vu</A> </DIV>
<DIV style="FONT: 10pt arial; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal"><B>Sent:</B> Wednesday, December 24, 2008 5:09 AM</DIV>
<DIV style="FONT: 10pt arial; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal"><B>Subject:</B> SPAM-LOW: [SUC] getting ready for the Hat</DIV>
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<DIV>(Vu or Nam, can you pass this on to the students)</DIV>
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<DIV>Hello SUCers and RMITers! Happy Holidays! I hope you guys enjoy the wild Xmas celebrations in the city but please don't get hurt from the crazy traffic. The Hat is only a few days away and we don't want anyone to get hurt. </DIV>
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<DIV>Speaking of getting hurt, please allow me to give some advice on how to survive the tournaments:</DIV>
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<DIV> 1. Drink water! It's important that you do this <FONT style="BACKGROUND-COLOR: rgb(255,255,128)">2-3 days before</FONT> the tournament. Drink more than usual to keep your muscles hydrated. And of course drink water throughout the tournament. If you don't go to the restroom a few times a day, you are NOT hydrated. When you are thirsty, that's a late sign. Beer isn't a good source of water. Leave those cans for me, Brady and Mic to drink =)</DIV>
<DIV> 2. Eat bananas. Again do this 2-3 days before (2-3 per day). I don't like to eat them but I do this every tourney and it worked. No cramps (great I just jinxed myself). </DIV>
<DIV> 3. You are in as good a shape as you will be for the tourney at this time. So, <FONT style="BACKGROUND-COLOR: rgb(255,255,128)">DON'T</FONT> go out and run like crazy on Thursday and Friday. It doesn't do any good. In fact, rest is more important. I know there is pick up on Friday but please take it easy. No to sprint like mad and lay out like it's the championship game.</DIV>
<DIV> 4. PACE yourself. Sub out frequently- very 2 -3 points or even one long point.</DIV>
<DIV> 5. Stretch before and <FONT style="BACKGROUND-COLOR: rgb(255,64,64)">after</FONT> the games. Most people do a good job of the before part but the after part is important in reducing the soreness for the next day.</DIV>
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<DIV>Spirit of the Game:</DIV>
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<DIV> We all know this is a great game. There isn't anything like it. How many fast action games do you know that can be played at a tournament level without any referees or officials? It is in the hands of these spirited athletes with superb integrity. Therefore, play smart, play fair and be honest with yourself, team and opponents. A few simple keys to keep in mind:</DIV>
<DIV> 1. It's a non contact game! Period. So, no touching. </DIV>
<DIV> 2. If you don't agree with foul call? Contest it and do over. Done, no further arguments or funny faces. Smiles are much better.</DIV>
<DIV> 3. And no need for silly calls just because. I've witnessed many travel calls that had no impact on the throws (or not even a throw yet). </DIV>
<DIV> 4. This is a Hat. It is meant to get people mixed up and have fun. And we have guests coming to town. Most of these guys are very experienced players. They know the rules. But if you think they're wrong, get help from your captain and vice captain to help settle the issue. </DIV>
<DIV> 5. Don't take things personally. It will ruin the fun for you. And do ask questions to learn the game faster.</DIV>
<DIV> 6. Have fun!</DIV>
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<DIV>This is from me and me only. Not the tournament director or the club... Just trying to help people enjoy the game a little more. </DIV>
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<DIV>Cheers,</DIV>
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<DIV>Tri</DIV></DIV><BR>
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