Why can’t I taper?
I can taper, I choose not to.
And I can do the math:
Back it off 20% 3 weeks out, 50% 2 weeks out, plenty of protein, 30% of your calories from fat.
I know, I know…. Freshen the legs, boost the immune system. Get the glycogen in place for my best race.
Blah, blah, blah
But my midbrain is telling me; you’ll lose your conditioning. Screaming it actually.
The voice is real. Have a conversation with it!
Look in the mirror and tell it:
I’m anxious about cutting back on my training.
I love it so much, you know.
It’s my time to __________.
It helps with ____.
The voice is real. Listen to it. But it’s not the boss of you.
If you choose to run, go for a run! There are far worse things to do.
So, next time I’ll taper. But for this race, I’m the exception.
Have a great week of running!
If you have a race coming up, race with your heart (and emotion) and train with your brain.
Happy Running!