Many times we see athletes run great workouts and build phenomenal fitness throughout a season, but still fall short of a Personal Best on race day. This is because athletes commonly miss the finals steps of an effective taper; staying sharp, mitigating fatigue, and building consistent habits so there are no surprises on race day. We discuss the key details of the 2-week period leading up to a race or a time trial, including workouts, nutrition, footwear, and clothing for optimal performance on race day.