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In this episode of Running to the Castle, Dr. Ali explains what the taper really is and why the right amount of pulling back changes with your race distance.

She uses a Merida bow and arrow analogy to show why doing too much and doing too little can both keep you from a strong race day.

She covers what to stop the moment your peak long run is done, and why "more is better" rarely applies here.

She also shares how an unexpected back flare-up reshaped her own taper, and how scouting the race course is shaping her pacing plan.

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