#1 Be prepared<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\nMany of the concerns surrounding exams revolve around our ability to answer the questions properly. Our online maths tutors<\/a> often report students saying:<\/p>\nWhat if there\u2019s a question I don\u2019t understand?<\/p>\n
What if there\u2019s a question on something I\u2019ve not studied?<\/p>\n
The reality is that you can\u2019t control what is on that exam paper, but you can help eliminate some of the guess work by completing practice papers. This is why all of our online tutors<\/a> work with our students to ensure they understand the best ways to answer the typical questions that are likely to come up in GCSE & A Level exams.<\/p>\n![\"Tutor](\"https:\/\/blog.tutorspot.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Online-Tutor-Additional-13.jpg\")
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#2 Step away from the books \u2013 take some exercise<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\nStepping away from your books and the pressures of studying can do you the world of good. Spending too much time focussing on revision, even if you\u2019re spreading this over several subjects, may cause your mind to become fatigued.<\/p>\n
If that happens, it may become harder to concentrate, and it could start to feel as though you\u2019ve\u00a0forgotten things you knew only a few days before. Before you know it, you can spiral into a situation where you start to doubt your own abilities, which increases your anxiety about your performance, potentially impacting your ability to study.<\/p>\n
Taking time away from the books is always a good idea to prevent burnout. It doesn\u2019t matter what you do \u2013 watch a film, spend some time with your friends, it\u2019s all important and will do you the world of good. It\u2019s well documented that there are huge benefits associated with exercise, and it\u2019s certainly something you should consider.<\/p>\n
Exercise, whether that be walking, running, swimming, dancing or riding a bike, is a great way to release endorphins, which are natural \u201cfeel good\u201d chemicals (just ask your science tutor<\/a>). As a result, they increase your general sense of well-being and reduce anxiety. Exercise also encourages you to stop thinking about anything that\u2019s bothering you, giving your mind a much needed \u201ctime out\u201d, ensuring you can return to your studies feeling fresher and rested.<\/p>\nRegular exercise will also ensure you are approaching your exams with a healthier mindset. People who exercise regularly often report sleeping better, having more focus, and feeling more confident in their abilities to do things, even if they are unrelated to their chosen sport.<\/p>\n
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#3 Eat well<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\nIf you\u2019re planning to spend as much time studying as possible, it can be tempting to skimp on the meals. Snacks such as crisps, biscuits and chocolate may be easy to eat at your desk, but they\u2019re not nutritionally balanced. Equally, energy drinks may feel as though they\u2019re giving you the power to study for longer, but excess sugar and caffeine is going to ultimately have a negative impact on your mental capacity and make you feel more jittery, rather than relaxed.<\/p>\n
Regular healthy meals will help keep your mind and body properly fuelled, ensuring you\u2019re not exposing yourself to sugar highs or lows. Make sure you\u2019re drinking plenty of water to stave off dehydration, which will lead to fatigue and headaches, making studying harder to concentrate on.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s also important to bear in mind that a healthy diet can do wonders for the immune system. When you\u2019re feeling run down, you\u2019re at far greater risk of picking up colds, and for those colds to have a greater impact on your health. Nobody wants to go into an exam with a blocked nose or a sore throat!<\/p>\n
Taking extra vitamins is also a great way to try to stay healthy during your exams. Vitamin C helps to protect and fortify the immune system, whilst vitamin B and Magnesium are essential to help the healthy functioning of the brain, and for relaxing as well. Take liposomal vitamins when you can, as they are a lot easier for us to absorb. Your biology tutor<\/a> may be able to explain all of this to you and give you advice if you want.<\/p>\n![\"Parent](\"https:\/\/blog.tutorspot.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Online-Tutor-Additional-11.jpg\")
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#4 Get plenty of sleep<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/h2>\nWe know this may seem easier said than done when you\u2019re feeling nervous, but sleep is essential to good exam performance. It doesn\u2019t matter how well you know your topic if you\u2019re too exhausted to concentrate on the day.<\/p>\n
Ideally, you should be getting 7-8 hours sleep a night. If you\u2019re struggling to drift off, limit your screen time before going to bed. Don\u2019t allow a textbook to be the last thing you see before you turn off the light. Consider listening to some relaxing music, or practise meditation to calm your mind.<\/p>\n
#5 Control your breathing<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\nLearning how to control your breathing can help you when the nerves feel like they\u2019re spilling over into more serious anxiety or a panic attack. This is good both during your study and revision sessions, or during the exams themselves.<\/p>\n
One effective method is to take a deep breath in through your nose. As you do so, count to six, or until your lungs feel full.<\/p>\n
If possible, hold the breath for a count of five. If this doesn\u2019t feel comfortable, do not try to push yourself.<\/p>\n
Slowly exhale, again counting to six, as you do so.<\/p>\n
Pause before repeating again as often as needed.<\/p>\n
This breathing technique will help stimulate your parasympathetic nervous system, which in turn will help your body relax.<\/p>\n
Here at Tutorspot we have tutors all over the country, providing one to one online tutoring<\/a>, in a variety of subjects<\/a>. Also, if you and a friend or colleague want lessons together, we can also help with one of our online tutors. If you want to get a head start on your KS3, GCSE or A Level studies, use our\u00a0search facilities to find a tutor perfect for you.<\/p>\n
What if there\u2019s a question I don\u2019t understand?<\/p>\n
What if there\u2019s a question on something I\u2019ve not studied?<\/p>\n
The reality is that you can\u2019t control what is on that exam paper, but you can help eliminate some of the guess work by completing practice papers. This is why all of our online tutors<\/a> work with our students to ensure they understand the best ways to answer the typical questions that are likely to come up in GCSE & A Level exams.<\/p>\n Stepping away from your books and the pressures of studying can do you the world of good. Spending too much time focussing on revision, even if you\u2019re spreading this over several subjects, may cause your mind to become fatigued.<\/p>\n If that happens, it may become harder to concentrate, and it could start to feel as though you\u2019ve\u00a0forgotten things you knew only a few days before. Before you know it, you can spiral into a situation where you start to doubt your own abilities, which increases your anxiety about your performance, potentially impacting your ability to study.<\/p>\n Taking time away from the books is always a good idea to prevent burnout. It doesn\u2019t matter what you do \u2013 watch a film, spend some time with your friends, it\u2019s all important and will do you the world of good. It\u2019s well documented that there are huge benefits associated with exercise, and it\u2019s certainly something you should consider.<\/p>\n Exercise, whether that be walking, running, swimming, dancing or riding a bike, is a great way to release endorphins, which are natural \u201cfeel good\u201d chemicals (just ask your science tutor<\/a>). As a result, they increase your general sense of well-being and reduce anxiety. Exercise also encourages you to stop thinking about anything that\u2019s bothering you, giving your mind a much needed \u201ctime out\u201d, ensuring you can return to your studies feeling fresher and rested.<\/p>\n Regular exercise will also ensure you are approaching your exams with a healthier mindset. People who exercise regularly often report sleeping better, having more focus, and feeling more confident in their abilities to do things, even if they are unrelated to their chosen sport.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re planning to spend as much time studying as possible, it can be tempting to skimp on the meals. Snacks such as crisps, biscuits and chocolate may be easy to eat at your desk, but they\u2019re not nutritionally balanced. Equally, energy drinks may feel as though they\u2019re giving you the power to study for longer, but excess sugar and caffeine is going to ultimately have a negative impact on your mental capacity and make you feel more jittery, rather than relaxed.<\/p>\n Regular healthy meals will help keep your mind and body properly fuelled, ensuring you\u2019re not exposing yourself to sugar highs or lows. Make sure you\u2019re drinking plenty of water to stave off dehydration, which will lead to fatigue and headaches, making studying harder to concentrate on.<\/p>\n It\u2019s also important to bear in mind that a healthy diet can do wonders for the immune system. When you\u2019re feeling run down, you\u2019re at far greater risk of picking up colds, and for those colds to have a greater impact on your health. Nobody wants to go into an exam with a blocked nose or a sore throat!<\/p>\n Taking extra vitamins is also a great way to try to stay healthy during your exams. Vitamin C helps to protect and fortify the immune system, whilst vitamin B and Magnesium are essential to help the healthy functioning of the brain, and for relaxing as well. Take liposomal vitamins when you can, as they are a lot easier for us to absorb. Your biology tutor<\/a> may be able to explain all of this to you and give you advice if you want.<\/p>\n We know this may seem easier said than done when you\u2019re feeling nervous, but sleep is essential to good exam performance. It doesn\u2019t matter how well you know your topic if you\u2019re too exhausted to concentrate on the day.<\/p>\n Ideally, you should be getting 7-8 hours sleep a night. If you\u2019re struggling to drift off, limit your screen time before going to bed. Don\u2019t allow a textbook to be the last thing you see before you turn off the light. Consider listening to some relaxing music, or practise meditation to calm your mind.<\/p>\n Learning how to control your breathing can help you when the nerves feel like they\u2019re spilling over into more serious anxiety or a panic attack. This is good both during your study and revision sessions, or during the exams themselves.<\/p>\n One effective method is to take a deep breath in through your nose. As you do so, count to six, or until your lungs feel full.<\/p>\n If possible, hold the breath for a count of five. If this doesn\u2019t feel comfortable, do not try to push yourself.<\/p>\n Slowly exhale, again counting to six, as you do so.<\/p>\n Pause before repeating again as often as needed.<\/p>\n This breathing technique will help stimulate your parasympathetic nervous system, which in turn will help your body relax.<\/p>\n Here at Tutorspot we have tutors all over the country, providing one to one online tutoring<\/a>, in a variety of subjects<\/a>. Also, if you and a friend or colleague want lessons together, we can also help with one of our online tutors. If you want to get a head start on your KS3, GCSE or A Level studies, use our\u00a0search facilities to find a tutor perfect for you.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n#2 Step away from the books \u2013 take some exercise<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/p>\n#3 Eat well<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/p>\n#4 Get plenty of sleep<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/h2>\n
#5 Control your breathing<\/em><\/strong><\/h2>\n