Hey! Your issue is not an unusual one. Many nightgamers face this issue (myself included). I will start off by saying that it is normal.
Now, what the exact cause is will be hard to pint-point.
But there are 3 things you need to have in back of your heard:
- Night game takes place late at night (some are not night owls)
- Night game is a very physical activities. You take so many steps during a night out... it is insane... that's why you feet are itching when you get home!
- Night game takes place in dry and hot environments (body heat causes it)
And then top this off with booze...
What happens? Very likely... you will feel tired.
The first issue is dehydration. Most people make this mistake - they get dehydrated in field. And nobody really notices it, nor do they feel thirsty. But this issue is easy to solve...
- Drink water ... duh! most bars will give you free water if not, take an empty glass and drink from the bathroom (if tap water is safe to drink where you live)
- Drink less
Usually, simply by countering the dehydration issue, which ironically is often neglected, you may notice a significant difference.
Then there are other issues... (the above may not concern you, but they may).
One of them is that people consume sugary or caffeinated drinks - thinking about cocktails and long drinks, or drinks involving energy drinks (vodka redbull, jaegerbomb, etc). These drinks will give this kick in energy but that energy will quickly fade away and you will crash. It is better to stick to beer, pure liquors (whisky etc... but make sure to drink water next to it) and wine (rose is my go-to). I stay away from sweetened drinks in field.
The other issue is the FOOD people eat before heading out. Heading out is an activity that is considered leisure and many people eat "leisure food" before and after heading out (burgers, pizza, kebab's etc...).
Don't!
Your mood will crash. You don't get all the key nutrients. Additionally, there is sugar and fat that is hard for your system to digest.
Every pro nightgamer eats a healthy meal before heading out. I am taking... unprocessed meat, eggs, veggies, and so on. What did I eat last night? Poke Bowl with black rice (super healthy rice), brocollis, quinoa, feta cheese, roasted nuts, dried berries, sweet potatoes and hummus.
I mean can't get any more healthy than that. What did I eat tonight?
Beef Couscous, with a beef stew, baked peppers, baked zucchini, carrots and cabbage....
Compare this with what you eat and see if perhaps the problem is there!
Also the ideal time to eat is around 2 hours before heading out.
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Aside from the usual "get enough sleep" and all that, I also recommend you have a nice cup of strong single estate loose leaf tea. The theanine and the caffeine gives you a mellow boost that doesn't fade out quickly (contrary to coffee). The go-to teas most of the experienced nightgamer drink is gyokuro because it is a bomb in caffeine and L-theanine (theanine makes you social).
I can also advice the following:
- Panax Ginseng (Red Ginseng) in capsules. Take one before heading out, or when in field (not infront of bouncers though). This is a clear energy boosted.
- L-Tyrosin - boosts dopamine and "sociality". Talk to your doctor or pharmacist first if you are on certain medications.
- Catuaba extract - also a booster that makes you horny (aphrodisiac)
I also crank up my vitamin B intake as well as my Vitamin B intake before heading out.
These are my advice. Experiment and see what works for you and let us know how it goes!
I am convinced all the info here will solve your issue.
Best,
Teevster