💡A taper is a period of reduced training volume leading up to a goal race.
🔥Proper tapering allows for optimal performance on race day.
⚠️Mistake 1: Not tapering at all can lead to carrying fatigue into the race.
⚠️Mistake 2: Taking on additional stress during the taper can negatively impact performance.
⚠️Mistake 3: Neglecting muscle tension can result in a lack of responsiveness and energy on race day.
What is a taper?
—A taper is a period of reduced training volume and increased rest leading up to a goal race, aimed at ensuring peak performance.
Why is tapering important?
—Tapering allows your body to recover, reduce fatigue, and be in optimal shape for the race, resulting in better performance.
What happens if I don't taper?
—Not tapering can result in carrying fatigue into the race, leading to suboptimal performance.
Should I take on additional stress during the taper?
—No, it's important to reduce stress during the taper to prioritize rest and avoid negatively impacting performance.
Why is muscle tension important in the taper?
—Maintaining muscle tension through drills, strides, and running on harder surfaces helps improve responsiveness and energy on race day.
00:00Introduction: Importance of proper tapering for a peak performance on race day.
02:25Mistake 1: Not tapering at all can result in carrying fatigue into the race.
04:17Mistake 2: Taking on additional stress during the taper can negatively impact performance.
06:46Mistake 3: Neglecting muscle tension can result in a lack of responsiveness and energy on race day.
07:58Conclusion: Importance of following a proper tapering strategy for a better race.
