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Sleep isn't just a break from reality - it's your body's nightly pit crew. While you're dreaming of that perfect single track, your brain and muscles are getting a tune-up. For those of us over 50, sleep becomes even more critical.
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Launch Date: 4/1/25Why Sleep MattersHow Sleep Changes with AgeThe Science of Poor SleepHow to Optimize SleepProven Sleep InterventionsSupplement SupportThe Big PictureTaper Up Links below:
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Welcome back to Taper Up, your favorite podcast for trail runners thriving after 50! Today we're doubling down on recovery—sharing powerful, science-backed modalities like cupping, red light therapy, heat training, sports massage, and the invigorating cold plunge. Whether you're logging weekend miles or preparing for your next ultra, we’ve got the recovery secrets to keep you unstoppable. Let’s dive in!
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Launch Date: 3/24/25Episode 5 RecapHeat TrainingRed Light Therapy (RLT)Cold PlungeCuppingSports MassageScrapingTaper Up Links below:
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It's time to crack open Recovery! Recovery is often overlooked but should be a priority especially as we age. We will explore some recovery strategies that will keep you energized and loving what you do even more.
Stay tuned for more episodes on recovery and we did even deeper.
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Launch Date: 3/18/2025Recap Episode 4 with Julie HansenRecovery PlanningProteinMobilitySleepStrength TrainingHydrationSupplementsTaper Up Links below:
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We’re thrilled to welcome Julie Hansen—a true expert in nutrition and exercise science to the Taper Up Podcast. Julie is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, an Exercise Physiologist, and a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor with over 30 years of experience helping everyone from elite athletes to everyday individuals achieve their wellness goals. Currently, she serves as the Registered Dietitian on the FitBliss Fitness team, a Utah-based coaching company founded by women for women, where she contributes her expertise to their mission of delivering sustainable, evidence-based nutrition and fitness programs.
In this episode, Julie will guide us through nutritional principles tailored for endurance athletes over 50—focusing less on race-day specifics and more on building a foundation of overall health and vitality as we age. Whether you’re an endurance enthusiast or simply want to feel stronger and more balanced, Julie’s insights are practical, grounded, and inspiring.
Check out the show notes below and make sure you hit the link to explore more about Fit BlissFitness!
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Launch Date: 3/11/2025What happens as we get olderHow nutrition plays into agingAric & Joel - Guinea PigsTracking & Logging foodFood Preppingfitblissfitness.comTaper Up Links below:
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Welcome to Episode 3 of the Taper Up Podcast with guest Ty Draney! In this episode we go over how to build and maintain a strong running foundation for trail runners 50+.
We cover and break down of some important components like strength training, recovery, frequency, mobility and much more.
Ty brings over 30 years of trail running experience as a athlete, coach, RD and is a true legend in our sport.
Stay tuned for more Taper Up podcasts as we go in a breakdown each of these topics individually. You can also head over to our website for articles and more.
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Launch Date: March 5, 2025Guest: Ty DraneyRun TrainingStrength TrainingMobilityMindfulnessRecoveryTaper Up Links below:
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In this episode of the Taper Up Podcast, we talk Fitness Foundation. We hit the big topics with a broad stroke but don’t worry we plan on coming back to dissect each topic in later episodes and articles.
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Launch Date: March 4, 2025The Foundation of Strong RunningCardio & VO2 MaxBalanceRecovery and SleepNutrition The Mental GameTaper Up Links below:
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Welcome to the very first episode of the Taper Up Podcast! We’re Aric W. Manning and Joel Hatch, two mid-pack trail junkies who believe that just because we’re getting older doesn’t mean we have to slow down. And if you’re not 50+, that’s okay…it’s never too early to pre-game.
In this Episode we will tell you more about what Taper Up means to us, why we started this new journey and much more.
We’re excited to build this community with you. If you’re ready to Taper Up, subscribe to the podcast, follow us of Facebook and Instagram. check out our website and let’s hit the trails together!
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Launch Date: March 3, 2025Who we are & why we started Taper UpWhy us & how we intend to help the 50+ trail running communityWhat you can expect from Taper UpSarcopenia and trail runners over 50What is SarcopeniaHow to fight back and stay strong on the trailsTaper Up Links below:
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