. – MuttleyJoin the threadFor the week ending 23 October 2006...What's Hot?GETTING READY FOR THE DUBLIN MARATHONRemember we are in the taper, so relax, relax and relax some more. Just got to remember this myself on Sunday when I am out on my last 12 miler
be on red alert for injuries. Get to know your danger areas, and stay on the lookout for incipient injuries. And last...... but definitely not least, taper training effectively to avoid burnout, exhaustion or injury – you'll never get to the finish if you
were tired going into your big race, you could plan to taper for longer in the lead-up to your next important race. Or perhaps you didn't achieve your goals because they were based on factors outside your control, such as the performance of other
stride length.Weeks 8 - 10Your race is fast approaching, so this month is crucial. ➊ In terms of distance you should start tapering by reducing the volume (distance) of your training sessions in the two weeks leading up to the race. This will ensure you
the race."10-min bike: 5 mins moderate, 5 mins at race pace. "Then do 30 seconds at recovery pace."10-min run: 5 mins hard, 5 mins recovery. "Taper off your training before a race, but this keeps your muscles ready for the transition," says Hoare.5. Ironman
begins early in the morning, try to train in the morning, too. You'll be better prepared for that early start, in terms of getting your body moving and maintaining performance. But keep an eye on your taper; as you reduce training in the lead-up to a race
bottom bracket.FIX IT: You can buy tools for this. Older bikes, with square taper axles and internal bearings inside the bottom bracket housing, need a crank puller and a bottom bracket bearings tool. On new systems take the crank off with Allen keys
and SmartCoach will equip you with a fully personalised training plan, designed to fit your preferences and lifestyle.Expert AdviceFrom pace-setting to speedwork, threshold running to tapering, these two expert half-marathon guides cover everything you need
training diary I saw the highest week of training I've ever done! I suppose I shouldn't be surprised that I couldn't put my foot to the floor.Once my taper started, everything began to fall into place. I even managed to bag a 10K PB at a local race! 3h05
. Taper on time"The key step between a great training programme and a great race is a great taper. Your last long training run before a marathon should come three weeks before the race not two."Pete Pfitzinger, two-time Olympic marathoner39. Home
