Sustainable preparation
How to revise for the UCAT without burning out
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Give every session an endpoint
Choose the section, purpose and maximum duration before starting. Stop when the useful work is complete rather than extending a session to satisfy an arbitrary hour target.
Plan recovery before it is needed
Use lighter days after demanding timed work, protect sleep and leave room for school, work and other responsibilities.
Notice declining practice quality
Repeated careless errors, skipped review, irritability and worsening concentration can mean the current load is no longer useful. Reduce or pause the schedule and seek appropriate support if distress persists.