What is Heel Pain? Pain at the heel is one of the most commonly treated podiatry complaints. There are a variety of different conditions that […]
How the Tapering phase can boost performance
Many athletes fail to realise that one of the most important aspects of marathon training is the taper phase. Taper, or tapering, refers to the reduction of training (either in distance or intensity), before a major competition or race. Tapering promotes recovery from previous workouts while at the same time, allowing one to be completely rested for the big event.