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

Tapering before a race is a great way to maximise your performance on race day. Essentially, a taper involves resting so you’re fresh and ready for your race. But there’s more to it than that, and it can ruin your race if you get it wrong! That's why in this video, we discuss the what, why, and most importantly, when of tapering!

00:00 What is a taper?
00:11 Improved race day performance
01:17 How long should your taper be?
02:51 Our Top Taper Tips!

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[trailsandbeers]

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

[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.

[fabianbv]

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

[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?

[ngdawgs]

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.

[marie-louisekarlander]

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

[benwilkinson]

Sometimes I just treat the smaller races as training days

[idahoog]

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...

[brannmacfinnchad]

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

[paulgibson]

I’ve never done the same thing twice smh

[larrylem]

Now tell us what to do on rest days. hahaha

[SBoots]

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