Less Is More: The Physiological Basis for Tapering in Endurance, Strength, and Power Athletes

Taper, or reduced-volume training, improves competition performance across a broad spectrum of exercise modes and populations. This article aims to highlight the physiological mechanisms, namely in skeletal muscle, by which taper improves performance and provide a practical literature-based rational...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Kevin A. Murach, James R. Bagley
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-08-01
Series:Sports
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2075-4663/3/3/209