Race Faster By Tapering? | How To Taper For A Race

[@trailsandbeers]

I've been tapering for 2 years, my next race will be amazing!!

[@rundown132]

80 more years and we'll hit a new PB

[@TheImprobableIronman]

A well-timed video for me as I've been tapering into my first Olympic distance in abut 5 years. I've had several discussions with my wife, who believes I should have totally stopped for a full week before the race, but I think I've done pretty much what you describe here (which is reassuring). I guess I'll find out on Sunday. Thanks for the video.

[@jamiefuhrman403]

Definitely would not recommend fully stopping. Your body appreciates staying active and even keeping up some intensity, with the key being a reduction in volume.

[@fabianbv82]

True! Last days before race day I feel weak and tired. But, then, flying during the race!!! 💪🏼

[@rundown132]

Trust the process!

[@sodaresoda]

One of the things I love the most about triathlon? Eating. It feels so good and deserved.

[@simple.visuals]

can you make a video how long should I rest after a race day?

[@ngdawgs1]

Just have to trust the process…. I always hate it, but definitely enjoy the benefits 🙂

[@panzerveps]

What a coincidence! I'm starting a taper today, for my first ever triathlon in two weeks.

[@benwilkinson7894]

Sometimes I just treat the smaller races as training days

[@marie-louisekarlander2366]

I often like the tapering workouts, they are short , playful to do. In the beginning of the competition week I often bicycle 10x40/20 s with warmup and cool down. Day before competition I often do one workout with intervals 1 min z3 20 s z5 but it shall be acceleration and high cadence.3:40 z2 . Love those days Marie-Louise

[@maxhysterial]

Perfect for tomorrow's race! 🤪

[@idahoog1]

Thanks, that was just the video I needed. I'm doing my ultra running debut next weekend and I've been a bit sick and forced to rest this week. Que: niggles and tightness in my right leg and a worried mind...

[@brannmacfinnchad9056]

Good to know the random niggles when tapering are normal. I get them and am usually going "wth?".

[@larrylem3582]

Now tell us what to do on rest days. hahaha

[@paulgibson3248]

I’ve never done the same thing twice smh

[@SBoots29]

I keep moving but at a lighter effort. My wife Dislikes me when it is time to taper for a race happens. LOL

[@Zoqqer123]

First ✌🏻