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Tapering

cdpm
cdpm Posts: 297 Member
edited November 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
I'm currently tapering for a 10k run, but I'm finding it so hard!
I'm trying to stay active by getting in a good amount of walking, but I am itching to go for a longish run as I feel like I will lose my focus.
What do you guys do to stay sane while tapering??

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  • dawnna76
    dawnna76 Posts: 987 Member
    since a 10k is only 6 miles i wouldnt think you would have to taper to much and as long as its not in the few days proceeding a race, go for a 4 miler or more.

    this is assuming that (based on your bio that your not pushing to get to 6, you have run a half before)
  • dawnna76
    dawnna76 Posts: 987 Member
    i should add just make that run a easy one, not race pace and dont push it, just enjoy
  • AdelaideNat
    AdelaideNat Posts: 89 Member
    I also have a 10km race coming up this Sunday. My last long run was Saturday and I've been running 3 to 4 miles every other day since but @ an easy pace ! Will be taking Saturday off so I'm fresh and rested Sunday :-)
  • joepratt503
    joepratt503 Posts: 191 Member
    for a 10k, a "taper" is not running for 2-3 days prior to the race. I only say that assuming you aren't a top tier runner (planning on a top 5 finish).
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