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Matt Fitzgerald, prolific endurance author and frequent contributor to Ironman and Training Peaks, discusses his book 'How Bad Do You Want It - Mastering the Psychology of Mind over Muscle'. He explores the power of the mind in endurance sports, highlighting the achievements of physically disadvantaged athletes and the importance of positive thinking. The chapter also discusses tapering in training for endurance races and creating an engaging event village.
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- Tapering is crucial for optimizing performance and involves a progressive reduction in training load leading up to the event.
- During tapering, it's important to keep the body moving to maintain momentum and avoid feeling flat.
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The Importance of Tapering for Race Preparation
Tapering is a crucial step in race preparation as it allows athletes to reduce physical and psychological stress and optimize performance. It involves a progressive reduction in training load leading up to the event, typically involving a 20% reduction in volume per week. The taper period should also include some structured intensity to maintain biomechanical requirements and intensity of effort. The type of taper and its duration can vary depending on the athlete's training load and the length of the event. Linear, step, or exponential tapers are common approaches. It's important for athletes to find a taper strategy that works best for their individual needs. Maintaining specific intervals that reinforce race pace and incorporating short rest sessions are recommended during the taper period. The goal is to arrive at the start line feeling fresh and ideally without any fatigue. It's also important for athletes to listen to their bodies and adjust their tapering approach accordingly.
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