In the weeks leading up to the competition, I drank as much water as possible throught the day. Usually about two gallons. On the Monday before the show, I start taking diurex (otc) This was recommended to me by littlemags. I took 5 in the morning then 5 12 hours later. Wednesday before the show, I cut to one gallon. Thursday one half gallon. Friday, one half of that and I just sip on Saturday. I was able to show up pretty dry. I still need some help with my final phase of contest preparation. Next time I compete I may have to hit Dzulboy up.