Tapering before a big race can feel more mentally exhausting than the peak weeks of training. In this Fall Race Series episode, Michaela and Erin break down why taper is so tough, how to navigate the spirals, and why the weird aches and anxieties are totally normal. Whether you're deep in the taper blues or just curious what’s coming, this is the pep talk you didn’t know you need to not just survive taper but maybe even feel a little better about what is happening physically & mentally leading up to race day. What You’ll Hear:Why taper brings up so much mental noise and doubtWhat’s actually happening to your body during taperPhantom pains, sniffles, and the immune dip no one warns you aboutWhy under-fueling during taper can backfire on race dayHow to handle the extra time, energy, and emotions that come upJournaling prompts and distractions to survive the taper spiralA reminder that rest is an essential part of performanceCONNECT WITH US:IG: @sfsrunnersCoach Erin: @therunningrosenCoach Michaela: @michaela_robertson_WEBSITE: https://www.stridesforstrength.com/JOIN OUR EMAIL LIST

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