Periodization: History and Theory
Periodization is popular and almost universally accepted, but its history and theoretical underpinnings aren’t as straightforward as many believe.
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Periodization is popular and almost universally accepted, but its history and theoretical underpinnings aren’t as straightforward as many believe.
Periodization: History and Theory Read More »
There are many strategies for weekly load progression. In this article, Dr. Mike Zourdos breaks down the pros and cons of the most popular options.
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Proper tapering can significantly increase performance, helping you perform your best on the platform. Here’s how to set up a taper, based on the research.
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A yearly training plan is long-term, flexible tool to help organize your training. Here are some pointers for creating your own plan.
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For a MUCH more in-depth overview of training, check out this article instead. It includes all the essential information contained in this article, while going more in-depth and placing that information it its proper context. What You’re Getting Yourself Into: ~4200 words, 10-15 minute read time. Key Points 1. There are six key factors that largely determine how much you can lift. 2. Of these, muscle size is the only one that’s impacted strongly by
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Increasing work capacity – simply doing more work – is the secret if there ever was one. Learn the ins-and-outs of work capacity to optimize your training.
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