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Implementing Flexible Training Templates: Why and How

by Michael C. Zourdos, Ph.D., CSCS Key Points A flexible template can allow you to “flex” in lighter training days to avoid poor performance on a heavy day when readiness to train is low. Although the concept of a flexible template is simple, there are various ways and degrees of flexibility in which this can be implemented. Finding the right way to assess readiness, and thus make decisions regarding what session-type to perform on a given

Michael Zourdos October 5, 2017

What I Learned About Injury Rates from Surveying 1,900 Powerlifters

The most surprising finding of this analysis was that no training variable meaningfully predicted injury risk, including weekly training volume, per-lift training frequency, or proportion of training with loads in excess of 85% of 1RM.

Andrew Patton September 5, 2017

The Science of Autoregulation

What exactly is autoregulation? This article by Eric Helms cuts through the misconceptions and discusses implementation of autoregulation and RPE.

Eric Helms August 30, 2017

Periodization: History and Theory

Periodization is popular and almost universally accepted, but its history and theoretical underpinnings aren’t as straightforward as many believe.

Greg Nuckols August 22, 2017

How to Choose the Right Load Progression Strategy

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.

Michael Zourdos July 14, 2017

Periodization Preview

Want an easy overview of all the studies ever conducted on periodization? Look no further!

Greg Nuckols June 19, 2017

What is Strong? (How to Get Strong, Part 2)

If you’re aiming to get strong, what sorts of numbers should you be shooting for? What is strong?

Greg Nuckols April 18, 2017

How To Get Strong: Introduction

Want to learn how to get strong? Demystify the training process and get better results, more efficiently, with this new Stronger By Science article series.

Greg Nuckols April 7, 2017

Data-Based Muscle, Strength, and Fat-Loss Targets to Set Realistic Training Goals

How much progress can a new trainee expect by July? Here are the realistic training goals, backed by science, that all new lifters can aim for.

Greg Nuckols January 3, 2017

Size vs. Strength: How Important is Muscle Growth For Strength Gains?

We all know at least one scrawny guy with more strength than people who are way bigger and more muscular. How can that happen? We have your answer here.

Greg Nuckols November 10, 2016

Tapering and Peaking: Why and How

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.

Brandon Roberts October 19, 2016

Your Warm-up Doesn’t Need to Be That Complicated

I’ve examined just about every warm-up imaginable. Here’s what you need to know about some of the popular methods out there.

Jesse Irizarry August 11, 2016

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