Surviving the Weekend
How to not feel terrible on Monday morning.
LAN parties are endurance events. Pace yourself.
The 3-2-1 Rule
Every 24 hours, you need:
- 3 hours of sleep (minimum).
- 2 solid meals (not just chips).
- 1 shower (mandatory).
Food & drinks
- There is no full catering. Plan your own meals.
- If there’s interest, we can pool money and order food together at the venue.
- We’ll have cold beer and soft drinks available at cost, plus limited snacks.
Hydration
- Drink water. Energy drinks and soda dehydrate you.
- Keep a refillable water bottle at your desk.
- Headache? You’re probably dehydrated. Drink water.
Sleep
- Don’t pull an all-nighter on night one. You will crash on Saturday afternoon and miss the best tournaments.
- Sleeping areas are quiet zones. Respect that.
- Bring earplugs and a sleep mask.
Where to sleep
- Sleep wherever you can find a suitable spot, but keep in mind the venue won’t be silent.
- If you need real quiet, the city is close enough that you can slip away for a quick power nap.
Movement & Stretching (2 minutes)
Do this after every second match:
- Wrists: Extend your arm and gently pull your fingers back. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat downwards.
- Neck: Tilt your head sideways towards your shoulder. Don’t force it.
- Back: Stand up, put your hands on your hips, and lean back.
- Legs: Walk to the water tap.
Hydration Points: You can find drinking water in the restrooms and the kitchen area. Refill your bottle.
Eye Strain
Staring at a monitor for hours dries out your eyes.
- 20-20-20 Rule: Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet (6 meters) away for 20 seconds.
- Brightness: Adjust your monitor brightness to match the room. Don’t stare into a floodlight in the dark.
- Night Mode: If you play past midnight, turn on a blue light filter (Windows Night Light / f.lux).
Permission to Step Away
- It is okay to take a break. Nobody will judge you for stepping outside, napping, or skipping a round.
- If you feel unwell: If you feel dizzy, nauseous, or just off, stop playing. Drink water, get fresh air, or lie down.
- If it doesn’t get better: Talk to staff at the Organizer Desk. We will help.