We start with a little more about “training progression” and how to let go of perfectionism. Then we move onto tapering. Explaining why your taper may look different than someone else’s. Also, how fitness plays into the taper and how to be fresh and ready to spring from the gate on race day.  Topics: Exciting time of the year Oceanside, TX 70.3  More on training “Progression” We all learn differently  Choosing a coach Pre-race nerves  What your taper should look like Does your taper need more tension? Peak to taper phases How do you know if you’re nailing taper Race sharpening vs. being lazy Appropriate Load in your taper  Your body as a race car  Trust the process Training Through a Taper  The Golden Rule for fatigue Being crisp and emotionally fresh on race day What does fitness and Improvement look like? Fitness + Resilience = Success  Turning Fast into Far How to begin an Ironman marathon Impulse decisions Put Long-Term Development first Support the Crushing Iron podcast on Patreon, where the community pledge is only $3.26 per month. There are other options, but every little bit helps us keep this podcast on the rails. Thanks in advance. You can also support us at our new store at CrushingIron.com. We have some NEW classic logo t-shirts and the Official Crushing Iron Spectator shirt for sale. Support the cast and get some new gear for it! Are you thinking about raising your game or getting started in triathlon with a coach? Check out our Crushing Iron Coaching Philosophy Video   We still have a few slots left for next year's camp, but they're going fast. Check out our 2019 Camp Schedule here.  Please subscribe and rate Crushing Iron on YouTube and iTunes. Support our podcast with some New Gear at CrushingIron.com For information on the C26 Coach’s Eye custom swim analysis, coaching, or training camps email: C26Coach@gmail.com Facebook: CrushingIron YouTube: Crushing Iron Twitter: CrushingIron Instagram: C26_Triathlon www.crushingiron.com   Mike Tarrolly - crushingiron@gmail.com Robbie Bruce - c26coach@gmail.com