A tapering question

[Decker]

Does tapering need to be two weeks or just one? I ask because I missed my Saturday long run and then we just got a big ice storm with up to 100km winds, so long running is out until at least Tuesday, leaving me with just a week before 2 wks of tapering starts. HM Race day is May 6. I need to do my two last long runs still. My plan was to do 18k on Tues then 5k on thurs and 18 on sat then 2 week taper. Does that seem right?

[benwill Marathon]

Just stick to the 18km on the Tuesday and 5k then an easy run on Saturday. I don't see what you would gain in doing one more 18km on the Saturday.

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to benwill]

Thanks Ben, that would take a bit if pressure off.

[C3PO Marathon]

I don't taper much for an HM, so I think 1 week will be fine if you want.

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to C3PO]

That’s good to know C3PO, I was thinking a week would be a decent slot for taper. 2 weeks would likely drive me crazy

[Whatsapp Half Marathon]

Due to injury I only did my longest run one week before my HM. There is no hard and fast rule for this. Listen to your body. Just don't push yourself too hard.

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to Whatsapp]

Thank you, yes I am feeling like a break would be wise soon.

[Fionn42]

Good luck with your HM tomorrow - will think of you doing yours whilst I’m on my 10k. Have a great run!

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to Fionn42]

Thanks Fionn - fingers crossed now! 🙄🙂