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149: How to Taper Well for a Race or Competition
Manage episode 520992396 series 2538416
In this episode, I break down how I approach tapering for big efforts, especially an Ironman.
We talk about pulling back volume and intensity without losing fitness, handling the mental itch to keep pushing, and why that restraint actually sets you up to win. I also walk through how I set up my carb load to top off muscle glycogen so I’m not leaving anything on the table.
I share what’s worked, what hasn’t, and the practical strategies I use so you show up on race day.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction
01:15 The Importance of Tapering
03:46 Defining a Taper
06:40 Benefits of a Proper Taper
18:34 Common Mistakes During Tapering
29:11 Setting Up a Proper Taper
33:10 Tapering Training Volume
35:21 Race Week Training Schedule
36:26 Experiencing the Taper
46:35 Carbohydrate Loading Strategy
58:28 Final Thoughts on Tapering and Carb Loading
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Manage episode 520992396 series 2538416
In this episode, I break down how I approach tapering for big efforts, especially an Ironman.
We talk about pulling back volume and intensity without losing fitness, handling the mental itch to keep pushing, and why that restraint actually sets you up to win. I also walk through how I set up my carb load to top off muscle glycogen so I’m not leaving anything on the table.
I share what’s worked, what hasn’t, and the practical strategies I use so you show up on race day.
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction
01:15 The Importance of Tapering
03:46 Defining a Taper
06:40 Benefits of a Proper Taper
18:34 Common Mistakes During Tapering
29:11 Setting Up a Proper Taper
33:10 Tapering Training Volume
35:21 Race Week Training Schedule
36:26 Experiencing the Taper
46:35 Carbohydrate Loading Strategy
58:28 Final Thoughts on Tapering and Carb Loading
ORDER MY BOOK HERE:
https://www.amazon.com/Go-One-More-Intentional-Life-Changing/dp/1637746210
FOLLOW:
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