ATHLETE TOOLS
MARATHON TAPER PLANNER
Cut volume sensibly in the last 2–4 weeks.
RACE WEEK VOLUME
24 km
Including the race itself, so the real running that week is lighter still.
A common approach keeps some short, sharp intensity while cutting volume. It is a rule of thumb, not an individual plan.
These percentages are a common rule of thumb, not an individual plan. Keep some short, sharp intensity while cutting volume, and adjust to how you feel.
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QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
How long should a marathon taper be?
Many runners taper for two to three weeks before a marathon, cutting weekly distance progressively while keeping some short, sharper running.
How much should I reduce mileage when tapering?
A common pattern for a three-week taper is about 80%, 60% and 40% of peak weekly distance. This planner offers two, three and four-week versions.