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Taper

You’re in “Taper”. Take what helps you: this page explains a running topic.

Sections to explore: Understanding the taper before a race, Reduce instead of catch up, Keep a few familiar cues. Browse the sections and tips. Adapt them to your circumstances; general information does not replace individual guidance.

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TAPER

📉 Understanding the taper before a race

The final phase is mainly about reducing accumulated fatigue while keeping familiar cues.

Reduce instead of catch up

Missed workouts do not create a debt that must be repaid right before a race.

Keep a few familiar cues

Reducing load does not necessarily mean stopping completely; the goal is to arrive fresher.

Do not judge fitness from one day

Feelings can vary during a taper. One heavy day does not erase the preceding weeks.

Takeaway

Test changes in training, adjust gradually and do not turn general information into personal diagnosis.