The Strength Running Podcast 167. The Ultimate Taper Episode with Author Alex Hutchinson
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Nov 25, 2020 
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Trust The Taper And Use Confidence Workouts Sparingly
- Trust the taper psychologically and resist overworking to chase fitness; use a final shorter workout that leaves energy in the bank.
- If you need confidence, one semi-hard tune can be acceptable even if suboptimal physiologically.
Rest Two Days Out Then Short Shakeout
- Use a rest day two days before important races then a short shakeout the day before to preserve neuromuscular sharpness.
- Alex's routine: full rest two days out, 20–25 minute run with strides one day out.
Taper Strength Sessions To Avoid Next‑Day Soreness
- Taper strength training too: keep maintenance and avoid heavy or soreness-inducing sessions in the week of a race.
- If strength leaves you sore next-day, skip or reduce it before competition.