# @kriis_d on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/Czbu6DIJG2m
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/13376734-kriis-d-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2023-11-09T17:15:57.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Kristen Dunsmore, MS (@kriis_d) — https://gondola.cc/kriis_d

## Caption

Peaking for powerlifting is a strategic and highly focused phase in an athlete’s training cycle during the last few weeks leading up to a competition. A peaking phase aims to maximize the athlete’s performance on the meet day. This is done by fine-tuning strength, technique, and overall readiness. 

A successful peaking program in preparation for a meet usually involves a taper. A taper typically includes reducing training volume, maintaining intensity, and decreasing physiological and psychological fatigue without taking time away from training, which could negatively impact performance. 

Tips for a successful taper: 

1️⃣Reduce training volume by ~30% 

2️⃣Maintain intensity or reduce by about 5% 

3️⃣Complete training cessation should be no more than 2-3 days 

4️⃣Most tapers begin 7-10 days out.

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empowerlifttraining, squat, reformance, empowerlift, reformancetraining, workouttips, powerlifting, deadlift, benchpress

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