Whether you get on your bike for fun, competition, or a bit of both, if you haven’t been periodizing your training, you may be missing out. Periodization—or strategically planning your training in a ...

When training for a single performance or even several competitive events, such as games or matches during a sport season, you should plan carefully to reach peak performance at the right time and to ...

Previously, we examined the idea of training load, including how to measure, monitor, and balance it, and what it means for a physical training program in your fire department. Next we’ll dive into ...

Few training methods are scientifically proven to yield results. Periodization is the exception. In general, there are three categories of periodization: linear, reverse-linear and undulating. Linear ...

If you’ve ever hit a plateau in your workouts, felt burnt out, or struggled to stay consistent, you’re not alone. Many people think progress comes from pushing harder every day, but in reality, ...

Total: 9 of 17 studies demonstrated significantly better outcomes following periodized programs when compared to non-periodized programs, with an additional 3 studies showing pyramid set and 4th ...

The Brookbush Institute continues to enhance education with new courses, a modern glossary, an AI Tutor, and a client program generator. A macrocycle is the longest training timeframe in a periodized ...

Cognitive fatigue manifests when the brain is overworked or stressed from prolonged periods of mental effort. This form of fatigue can impair attention, decision making, reaction times, and emotional ...