History quiz

When it comes to periodization what is a good example of turning point?

Transition phase:

- This phase marks the end of one training cycle and the beginning of another .

Common turning points:

> - End of a specific training block e.g hypertrophy, strenght

> - Start of a peaking phase for a competition

> - Planned reduction in or total deload of workload for the purpose of

recovery / supercompensation

> - Point at which athlete reaches desired training outcome e.g strength

goal, aerobic fitness marker

> - Change of training venue, equipment or support staff