On this episode, Cole and I chat about tapering for a Spartan Race using methods such as the current week’s workload and perceived effort as a determination for how much of an effort level and workload to put out in a race taper depending on race distance (Sprint, Super, Beast).

TAKE AWAY POINTS:

At least a 1 week taper for a Beast
Use RPE (rate of perceived exertion) as a means to determine effort level
The immediate events leading up to a race (sleep, work, previous workouts) need consideration is a taper plan
Listen to your body!

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Taper Strategy with Cole DeRosa // Spartan ATHLETE 004