The longer the event, the longer is the time period required for the tapering period. For example, if your event is the marathon, you should begin cutting back 2-3 weeks, prior to the date of the race. One of the best ways to handle the edginess that sometimes accompanies a good tapering program is to incorporate other types of physical activity. Bicycling is a way of crosstraining that many of us can benefit from. You can get the feel of a good workout while giving your body a reprieve from pounding the pavement.
Swimming is another good way to get some excercise while resting the running muscles.
Failure to understand the value of the tapering phase of training can undermine much of the hard work you have already put in. This site designed and delivered by BrainBug .