Tapering Exercise Improves Results

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Byline: Dr. Gabe Mirkin, SPECIAL TO THE WASHINGTON TIMES

Tapering refers to the period just before a major race or game, when an athlete reduces workload to be in peak shape on the day of the competition. Ordinary exercisers can apply this training principle when they plan to enter a local race or charity event.

Top athletes spend a lot of time training to be able to compete successfully. Their huge volume of work leaves them near exhaustion and before major competitions, they have to find the best way to reduce fatigue while maintaining their fitness. Many studies have been done to help athletes and coaches decide on the best strategy. Researchers at the University …