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124. Wild Taper Science, Our Big Nutrition Rule, and 6 Racing Lessons!

Some Work, All Play

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Strava Activities of Athletes Before Races: Varying Approaches to Tapers and Training

Looking at Stravas, it's fascinating to see how athletes' training varies. Some do long runs with lots of elevation, while others do almost nothing before a race. Physiology responds differently to training based on baseline conditions, making a universal theory incorrect for most. This insight into tapers may explain unexplained poor race performances.

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