It’s that time of year again. Practices gradually become shorter, the yards start to decrease, and the energy is at an all-time high. It’s taper time. For swimmers, tapering marks the beginning of ...

Steve asks: I'm 18, I have been running distance for about 4 years, and I plan on running my first marathon this fall. During my readings I have come across the term "tapering" over and over and I ...

A swimmer’s favorite words to hear from a coach are “Good job.” But nothing compares to hearing, “We are starting our taper.” That moment feels like the first breath after the final turn in a ...