Thursday, December 24, 2009

Periodization - defined

Periodization helps strategize and coordinate how athletes approach practices and competition so peaking is optimized with goals in mind whether for a particular season or specific event.

Athletes can be good all the time… or great for short periods of time. Without a long range plan, critical training components are often missed and usually add years to peak development. Another benefit of Periodiztion is to reduce risk of over training and prevent injury.

Follow a training plan that includes components such as Cardiovascular Training, Resistance Training, Nutrition, Mental Training/Visualization will create the foundation and keep you on track. How and when these components are incorporated into a training plan effects development and optimal potential. This is what Periodization is all about. It is a flexible and personalized program to unleash maximum performance potential.

For more information contact me at lori@lorijorgenson.com

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