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Exercise during taper week?

KyleB65
KyleB65 Posts: 1,196 Member
edited February 3 in Social Groups
I'm curious. My first marathon is next Sunday. This week we are on taper with what seems like no training at all.
I understand the program and will run only what is scheduled.
But, what about doing weights?
As long as I avoid doing any leg work. Is it okay to keep busy by doing a couple of sets of chest/arms/back? (Nothing to hard! Just some time keeping busy)

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  • CarsonRuns
    CarsonRuns Posts: 3,039 Member
    Nothing for the legs, obviously, but you can do some light upper body work. I wouldn't hit it too hard though. You'll be surprised at how sore your arms are after swinging them for 26.2 miles.
  • scott091501
    scott091501 Posts: 1,260 Member
    Just follow the plan. They call it taper madness for a reason. It sucks, but it is a necessary evil.
  • KyleB65
    KyleB65 Posts: 1,196 Member
    Thanks!
  • davemunger
    davemunger Posts: 1,139 Member
    As long as I avoid doing any leg work. Is it okay to keep busy by doing a couple of sets of chest/arms/back? (Nothing to hard! Just some time keeping busy)

    That sounds like a good plan. To add to what carson said, be careful working the abs too hard as well; they get a lot of work during a race!
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