August 2007 PMID 17762369

Effects of tapering on performance: a meta-analysis.

Laurent Bosquet, Jonathan Montpetit, Denis Arvisais, Iñigo Mujika

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What people are saying

The overall discussions eagerly endorse the article’s conclusion about the optimal tapering strategy, with examples like references to a 2-week period and exponential reduction in training volume, highlighting the practical significance for athletes and coaches. The tone is enthusiastic and analytical, using words like 'most efficient' and 'maximize performance gains,' which underscores the perceived transformative potential of the research.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions strongly support the findings, emphasizing the effectiveness of a 2-week taper with a significant reduction in training volume.

InterestHigh interest

Participants show high interest by referencing specific studies, sharing personal insights, and requesting additional graphics, indicating engagement with the research details.

EngagementHigh engagement

Posts often reference specific strategies, question the implications, and share personal or professional experiences, reflecting deep engagement.

ImpactHigh impact

Several comments highlight the potential of the research to influence training practices and coaching strategies, demonstrating a high perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • This meta-analysis examined how different tapering strategies—reducing training intensity, volume, and frequency—affect athletic performance, focusing on competitive athletes.
  • The study found that a 2-week taper with an exponential reduction in training volume by 41-60% was the most effective way to improve performance, with this approach showing the strongest overall effect.
  • The research offers a useful framework for athletes, coaches, and sport scientists to optimize tapering plans and maximize athletic performance before competitions.

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Daniel Rowland
@dwrowland · X

A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the most efficient strategy to maximize performance gains" https://t.co/jKKpQnLPjm

Mar 26, 2024 · 54 likes · 10 shares · 6,513 followers View post →
Daniel Rowland
@dwrowland · X

A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the most efficient strategy to maximize performance gains" https://t.co/jKKpQnLhtO

Mar 26, 2024 · 28 likes · 6 shares · 6,513 followers View post →
Martin BS
@MedBonnevie · X

One of my all time favorite papers on tapering. https://t.co/t6YRL3eBtn PS! @LaurentBosquet, I would love to make a request to borrow two of your graphics. If you could spare the time to get in touch briefly, I would be very grateful.

Aug 13, 2023 · 27 likes · 7,633 followers View post →
Martin BS
@MedBonnevie · X

9/ Practice your taper A meta-analysis by Bosquet et al suggest a 2 week taper w. exponentially reduced training load by 41-60% is effective for maximising performance. However... https://t.co/t6YRL3eBtn

Dec 14, 2022 · 5 likes · 1 share · 7,633 followers View post →
Dilip Kumar
@kmr_dilip · X

Similar for training frequency. Where the research found those that maintain training frequencies saw better improvements compared to those that decrease them. This is the link to the research https://t.co/8WNN3eBagp

Jan 11, 2023 · 4 likes · 1 share · 34,057 followers View post →
✨ Georges Gay ✨
@JetSetGeorges · X

@dwrowland « A 2-wk taper during which a volume exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the most efficient strategy forperformance gains. »… meanwhile, Iden ran a 40km tempo run 6 days prior to winning Kona 2022. His coach Bu called it a planned taper…

Dec 6, 2022 · 4 likes · 463 followers View post →

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Runnersclub
@runnersclub_ru · X

RT @dwrowland: A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the…

Mar 27, 2024 · 10 shares · 23 followers View post →
Redzal Abu Hanifah
@docredzal · X

Effects of tapering on performance: a meta-analysis https://t.co/IuCLkk6EnO

Mar 27, 2024 · 29 followers View post →
Emi PerezFerro
@conlamica · X

RT @dwrowland: A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the…

Mar 26, 2024 · 10 shares · 436 followers View post →
Joe Collins
@JD_Collins7 · X

RT @dwrowland: A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the…

Mar 26, 2024 · 6 shares · 343 followers View post →
Alliance ASC
@alliance_asc · X

RT @dwrowland: A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the…

Mar 26, 2024 · 10 shares · 75 followers View post →
Shaun Tyler
@ShaunTylerPT · X

RT @dwrowland: A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the…

Mar 26, 2024 · 6 shares · 425 followers View post →
Nancy Clark MS RD
@nclarkrd · X

@BostonMarathon #BAA This review of the research suggests a two-week taper that reduced training volume by 40-60% optimizes performance https://t.co/KWtldbj9xF

Mar 26, 2024 · 13,421 followers View post →
Marc Vilanova Marsà
@mvilanova87 · X

RT @dwrowland: A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the…

Mar 26, 2024 · 10 shares · 878 followers View post →
Thiago Lopes, PhD
@trlopes82 · X

RT @dwrowland: A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the…

Mar 26, 2024 · 10 shares · 786 followers View post →
Jonathan Rowland
@Jono_Rowland · X

RT @dwrowland: A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the…

Mar 26, 2024 · 6 shares · 170 followers View post →
Stephen Ferguson
@SteveAFerguson · X

RT @dwrowland: A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the…

Mar 26, 2024 · 6 shares · 22 followers View post →
BetterThanYesterdayCoaching
@ThanCoaching · X

RT @dwrowland: A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the…

Mar 26, 2024 · 6 shares · 173 followers View post →
Chris ⚡
@chris_wetsdale · X

RT @dwrowland: A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the…

Mar 26, 2024 · 10 shares · 431 followers View post →
Marcos Silva-Cavalcante
@Marcos_DavidSC · X

RT @dwrowland: A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the…

Mar 26, 2024 · 6 shares · 89 followers View post →
Javi Orbañanos
@JaviOrba · X

RT @dwrowland: A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the…

Mar 26, 2024 · 10 shares · 169 followers View post →
Cristian Llanos-Lagos
@llanoslagos · X

RT @dwrowland: A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the…

Mar 26, 2024 · 10 shares · 48 followers View post →
Leorex
@LeorexMufasa · X

RT @dwrowland: A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the…

Mar 26, 2024 · 10 shares · 9 followers View post →
Matias Andrada Coach
@matiandrada1 · X

RT @dwrowland: A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the…

Mar 26, 2024 · 10 shares · 617 followers View post →
Daniel Rowland
@dwrowland · X

A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the most efficient strategy to maximize performance gains" https://t.co/jKKpQnLPjm

Mar 26, 2024 · 54 likes · 10 shares · 6,513 followers View post →
Daniel Rowland
@dwrowland · X

A meta-analysis on tapering: "A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the most efficient strategy to maximize performance gains" https://t.co/jKKpQnLhtO

Mar 26, 2024 · 28 likes · 6 shares · 6,513 followers View post →
Martin BS
@MedBonnevie · X

One of my all time favorite papers on tapering. https://t.co/t6YRL3eBtn PS! @LaurentBosquet, I would love to make a request to borrow two of your graphics. If you could spare the time to get in touch briefly, I would be very grateful.

Aug 13, 2023 · 27 likes · 7,633 followers View post →
CA Harsh Pareek
@caharshpareek · X

RT @kmr_dilip: Similar for training frequency. Where the research found those that maintain training frequencies saw better improvements co…

Jan 11, 2023 · 1 share · 143 followers View post →
Dilip Kumar
@kmr_dilip · X

Similar for training frequency. Where the research found those that maintain training frequencies saw better improvements compared to those that decrease them. This is the link to the research https://t.co/8WNN3eBagp

Jan 11, 2023 · 4 likes · 1 share · 34,057 followers View post →
OLI Pena
@oli_kbsportsurf · X

RT @MedBonnevie: 9/ Practice your taper A meta-analysis by Bosquet et al suggest a 2 week taper w. exponentially reduced training load by…

Jan 6, 2023 · 1 share · 102 followers View post →
Martin BS
@MedBonnevie · X

9/ Practice your taper A meta-analysis by Bosquet et al suggest a 2 week taper w. exponentially reduced training load by 41-60% is effective for maximising performance. However... https://t.co/t6YRL3eBtn

Dec 14, 2022 · 5 likes · 1 share · 7,633 followers View post →
✨ Georges Gay ✨
@JetSetGeorges · X

@dwrowland « A 2-wk taper during which a volume exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the most efficient strategy forperformance gains. »… meanwhile, Iden ran a 40km tempo run 6 days prior to winning Kona 2022. His coach Bu called it a planned taper…

Dec 6, 2022 · 4 likes · 463 followers View post →
✨ Georges Gay ✨
@JetSetGeorges · X

@justindaerr @Alan_Couzens Have we seen the end of the taper? My world just collapsed! I need to rethink this one : « A 2-wk taper during which training volume is exponentially reduced by 41-60% seems to be the most efficient strategy to maximize performance gains. »… https://t.co/N0fCZNW1nP

Oct 12, 2022 · 4 likes · 463 followers View post →
自称中距離ランナー
@800m1500mrunner · X

参考文献 https://t.co/4PJqFX2Q7r https://t.co/Og4KJ1cvav

Oct 30, 2020 · 1 like · 881 followers View post →
Sandro F. da Silva
@sandrofersilva · X

RT @bernardo_0311: Effects of Tapering on Performance: A Meta-Analysis : Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise https://t.co/u9QdGodORx

Aug 3, 2020 · 2 shares · 556 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @bernardo_0311: Effects of Tapering on Performance: A Meta-Analysis : Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise https://t.co/u9QdGodORx

Aug 3, 2020 · 2 shares · 6,693 followers View post →
Bernardo N. Ide, Ph.D.
@bernardo_0311 · X

Effects of Tapering on Performance: A Meta-Analysis : Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise https://t.co/u9QdGodORx

Aug 3, 2020 · 2 likes · 2 shares · 778 followers View post →