EPISODE · Feb 1, 2024 · 34 MIN
What exactly is the taper and why is it crucial for runners?
from Peak Endurance · host Isobel Ross
The taper is a period of reduced training volume and intensity leading up to a race. It typically occurs in the final two to three weeks before the event. The purpose of the taper is to allow the body to recover from the accumulated fatigue of training while maintaining fitness and maximizing performance on race day.
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