Extreme heat - can it affect someone's game?

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Leannadanna

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It was 117 in Vegas last Friday. The AC in my car isn't working.

The night before, I had my best night so far in BCA league...two 10s, a 6 & a 7. I have been shooting well in general. Then came 117 and I was driving around all day, sweating and literally suffering. That night, I felt off...kinda nauseous and couldn't sink a ball to save my life. Ever since, I'm OFF. At league last night I almost cried.

On Sunday, I asked my mentor for help...went to his house for a session. He wanted to know where in the hell my mechanics went... everything from my position over my cue to my feet to my bridge and, of course, my stroke. I feel like I'm in a fog at the table.

Wtf happened???
 
Because I can't afford it. It's embarrassing. But it's the truth. I just got my pre-pandemic job back last week and it's a slow start. What can I say?
 
My table is in an in non air conditioned cabin on a small lake. In July and August the heat and humidity make games less enjoyable. Hard to concentrate when you're sweating.
 
Leannadanna said:
It was 117 in Vegas last Friday. The AC in my car isn't working.

The night before, I had my best night so far in BCA league...two 10s, a 6 & a 7. I have been shooting well in general. Then came 117 and I was driving around all day, sweating and literally suffering. That night, I felt off...kinda nauseous and couldn't sink a ball to save my life. Ever since, I'm OFF. At league last night I almost cried.

On Sunday, I asked my mentor for help...went to his house for a session. He wanted to know where in the hell my mechanics went... everything from my position over my cue to my feet to my bridge and, of course, my stroke. I feel like I'm in a fog at the table.

Wtf happened???
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You said it yourself: feet, bridge, stroke...all off.

I'd think those items each play more part in determining pool skill than heat does.

Not that the heat was of no consequence- one can obviously feel drained from such extreme heat exposure- but sometimes, one has to tell herself to stfu an make it happen.
 
Leannadanna said:
It was 117 in Vegas last Friday. The AC in my car isn't working.

The night before, I had my best night so far in BCA league...two 10s, a 6 & a 7. I have been shooting well in general. Then came 117 and I was driving around all day, sweating and literally suffering. That night, I felt off...kinda nauseous and couldn't sink a ball to save my life. Ever since, I'm OFF. At league last night I almost cried.

On Sunday, I asked my mentor for help...went to his house for a session. He wanted to know where in the hell my mechanics went... everything from my position over my cue to my feet to my bridge and, of course, my stroke. I feel like I'm in a fog at the table.

Wtf happened???
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Most definitely heat exhaustion, make sure you drink plenty of water and/or gatorade, etc. Every part of your body is affected by it, even your muscles. Maybe try getting there early to refresh and cool down? Don't shoot pool while you're that way as it may introduce bad habits ;)
 
MitchAlsup said:
They probably fled the extreme heat.......

So, why don't you get the A/C in the car fixed ?? Or why did not not get it fixed when it broke a while back ??
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Black-Balled said:
You said it yourself: feet, bridge, stroke...all off.

I'd think those items each play more part in determining pool skill than heat does.

Not that the heat was of no consequence- one can obviously feel drained from such extreme heat exposure- but sometimes, one has to tell herself to stfu an make it happen.
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Okay. What I'm saying is I HAD ALL THAT...consistently...up to and including the night before. I have worked hard on those things and had them down.

I feel like something short-circuited that day. And, for what it's worth, I tell myself to shut the F up frequently, ESPECIALLY when I'm at the table... unless my self is telling me to practice more, watch more, and keep my hands out of my pockets when I'm standing around. I'll listen to that all day ♥️

She's getting the AC fixed next week, too. I'm not trying to suffer. And don't need an excuse... I put in the time. It was just a curiosity to me. Maybe I had a stroke. Who knows...
 
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Leannadanna said:
It was 117 in Vegas last Friday. The AC in my car isn't working.

The night before, I had my best night so far in BCA league...two 10s, a 6 & a 7. I have been shooting well in general. Then came 117 and I was driving around all day, sweating and literally suffering. That night, I felt off...kinda nauseous and couldn't sink a ball to save my life. Ever since, I'm OFF. At league last night I almost cried.

On Sunday, I asked my mentor for help...went to his house for a session. He wanted to know where in the hell my mechanics went... everything from my position over my cue to my feet to my bridge and, of course, my stroke. I feel like I'm in a fog at the table.

Wtf happened???
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Same as if you play when sick or tired, however this should only last for a day or two till you recover fluids and rest and the body is back to normal operation. If it's longer, I would guess it's just a mental thing you are worrying about playing bad earlier today.
 
I agree, with those saying heat exhaustion. I get sluggish and slow when i overheat. Basically the same as playing when sick. Affects some of more than others.

Drink water, stay cool, rest and then get back to it. The only i way i can fight it off is drinking mass amounts of water when playing. 2 or 3 bottles an hour. But i am Canadian and cannot take the heat.
 
Leannadanna said:
It was 117 in Vegas last Friday. The AC in my car isn't working.

The night before, I had my best night so far in BCA league...two 10s, a 6 & a 7. I have been shooting well in general. Then came 117 and I was driving around all day, sweating and literally suffering. That night, I felt off...kinda nauseous and couldn't sink a ball to save my life. Ever since, I'm OFF. At league last night I almost cried.

On Sunday, I asked my mentor for help...went to his house for a session. He wanted to know where in the hell my mechanics went... everything from my position over my cue to my feet to my bridge and, of course, my stroke. I feel like I'm in a fog at the table.

Wtf happened???
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About the only thing you can do in extreme heat (other than sit in AC) is hydrate like crazy. It definitely wears you out.
 
I won't assume a Vegas resident is unaware of the importance of hydration. But if dehydration was the case, it affects the tear film of your eyes and vision can suffer.

Hope you get right, right quick.
 
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