Make me a GMAT study schedule for taking the test on November 20th. Please include active recall, cold plunges, and other effective study protocols and any other protocols i should focus on to be successful

Creating an effective GMAT study schedule combining active recall, cold plunges, and other protocols can significantly improve your performance. Below is a suggested schedule leading up to your test date on November 20th, incorporating insights from the Huberman Lab:

Weekly Schedule Overview

• Total Duration: 7 weeks
• Study Days: 5 days per week (Monday to Friday)
• Rest Days: 2 days per week (Saturday and Sunday)

Daily Schedule

1. Morning Routine:

   • Cold Plunge: 30-60 seconds in a cold shower or cold plunge to boost alertness and working memory before starting your study session 1 2.

2. Study Sessions:

   • Session 1: Active Recall (60 minutes):

     • Read a section from your GMAT prep material.
     • Take a short walk or break, then write down everything you remember.
     • Review and correct your notes against the material 3.
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         1

         Cold Exposure Benefits

         01:05:15
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         3

         Active Recall Techniques

         00:24:57
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         4

         Memory and Emotion

         01:31:17
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         5

         Cold for Learning

         01:04:47
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         6

         Cold Therapy Insights

         00:14:46

   • Break (15 minutes):

     • Relax and have a light snack or take a short walk.

   • Session 2: Practice Tests (90 minutes):

     • Perform timed practice questions or sections from GMAT practice tests.
     • Review incorrect answers and understand your mistakes.

   • Break (15 minutes):

     • Do some light stretching or engage in a relaxing activity.

   • Session 3: Review and Consolidation (60 minutes):

     • Revise the errors made in practice tests.
     • Conduct another round of active recall.

3. Afternoon Routine:

   • Engage in light physical activity like a walk or gentle exercise to rejuvenate.

4. Evening Routine:

   • NSDR (Non-Sleep Deep Rest): Practice NSDR to enhance memory consolidation and reduce stress 4.
   • Brief Review (30 minutes):
     • Go over key points from the day's study material before bed.

Weekly Focus

• Week 1-2:

  • Focus on strengthening foundational concepts in Quantitative and Verbal sections.
  • Incorporate cold plunges immediately after learning new material to enhance memory retention 5.

• Week 3-4:

  • Emphasize on timed practice tests to simulate real exam conditions.
  • Continue active recall practices and integrate more complex topics.

• Week 5-6:

  • Conduct cumulative reviews and mixed practice tests.
  • Utilize cold exposure techniques for resilience and reducing dependence on caffeine for alertness 1.

• Week 7:

  • Focus on refining test strategies and addressing weaker areas.
  • Reduce overall study intensity and prioritize mental health and relaxation.

Additional Tips

• Avoid combining breathwork with cold exposure to ensure safety 1.
• Adjust cold exposure based on your comfort level and gradually increase the duration 6.
• Ensure you get adequate sleep and maintain a healthy diet to support cognitive function.

By following this schedule, you'll be combining effective study techniques with protocols known to enhance cognitive performance, helping to set you up for success on the GMAT.