Honestly, that's more or less it, at least for the physical side of things. Research is always useful, however; I like to go over data in the Pokédex of the Gym Leader's type specialty, and which Pokémon species have that typing. They all have unique strengths and weaknesses, and in the case of Flying, it's extremely rare to have a pure Flying type, so it's important to note how different type combinations give different resistances and vulnerabilities. And Falkner also hosts regular falconry demonstrations with his Pokémon.
Make sure to keep your Pokémon's strengths and weaknesses in mind as well. For example, when I challenged Falkner, I waited for a snowy day, since my Ice-type starter is not only a bit stronger in colder weather, but she has an Ability that makes it harder for Pokémon to hit her.
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[A soft chuckle.]
Honestly, that's more or less it, at least for the physical side of things. Research is always useful, however; I like to go over data in the Pokédex of the Gym Leader's type specialty, and which Pokémon species have that typing. They all have unique strengths and weaknesses, and in the case of Flying, it's extremely rare to have a pure Flying type, so it's important to note how different type combinations give different resistances and vulnerabilities. And Falkner also hosts regular falconry demonstrations with his Pokémon.
Make sure to keep your Pokémon's strengths and weaknesses in mind as well. For example, when I challenged Falkner, I waited for a snowy day, since my Ice-type starter is not only a bit stronger in colder weather, but she has an Ability that makes it harder for Pokémon to hit her.