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    The Elevate Your Running Podcast

    The Elevate Your Running Podcast

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    Ready to transform your running? Welcome to the Elevate Your Running Podcast, hosted by Sara Manderscheid, a seasoned running coach and eight-time Boston Marathon qualifier. Join our community as Sara shares expert running tips, training strategies, and inspiring stories to help you reach your personal best. Whether you're training for a marathon or just starting your running journey, this podcast is your go-to resource! Become a Paid Subscriber: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/1210115349/subscribe

    Hosted By

    Sara Manderscheid

    EP. 220 - Three Science Backed Must Haves for a Productive Taper!

    EP. 220 - Three Science Backed Must Haves for a Productive Taper!

    April 23, 2026
    36m

    Whether you love it or hate it, the taper is designed to rebuild muscle and tendon damage, build strength and durability and give you that poppy and light feeling for race day.


    So, if you’re a runner who really wants to do their best on race day, these three science-backed taper must-haves will give you that edge!


    Sleep

    Mindset

    Carb Loading


    What do you think? Have you dialed in your taper to include these three must-haves? 


    Resources & Links:

    Work with Coach Sara + the Elevate Your Running Coaching Team  – Coaching and Program

    elevateyourrunning.com


    Instagram – Join the Community

    Elevateyourrunning and sayrahrunshappy


    Where to Listen

    Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Music | YouTube Channel 


    If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how coaching has impacted your journey on social media using #elevateyourrunning. 


    Do you want to be an inclusive insider? Help support the Elevate Your Running Podcast! Get exclusive content, Sara’s training updates, Q + A coaching advice, and more through this platform! 


    PARTNER DISCOUNTS AND LINKS:

    Boulderthon 2026: save $20 off the marathon or half marathon with code SARA20

    Dynamic Runner:⁠ code SAYRAHRUNSHAPPY for 10% off your subscription

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