The Night Before Your Exam When it comes to the night before the exam, planning ahead will help you to cut down on stress and to banish nerves. At such a late stage, all your key revision will be done. The night before the exam is a time to focus, to relax and to look after yourself. Eat And Sleep Well Ensure that you have a healthy and balanced evening meal. Drink plenty of water and eat a good amount of fruit and vegetables. This will keep you hydrated and prepare your mind and body for the following day's hard work. Avoid sugary or fatty foods. In addition, avoid eating too late in the evening. If you do so, you run the risk of your digestive system keeping you up into the small hours. Go to bed early to ensure that you have had a solid eight hours sleep. Get ready for sleep half an hour or so in advance. Use this time to unwind and relax your mind for sleep. A good night's rest will leave you refreshed, prepared and energised for the next day. Related Reading... Get Organised Ensure that you have packed your bag with all the materials you need for the next day. Check the details that you have been given for your exam. For example, if you are permitted to use a calculator ensure that you have packed one. Make a list of all the materials you will need and check that you have packed