periodisation

• periodisation


  dividing the training year into specific sections for a specific purpose
• macro cycle


  big period, long term goal split into

  preparation period

  • bernal conditioning and developing fitness levels

  competition period

  • performer refines skills and techniques whilst maintaining fitness

  transition period

  • rest and recovery. phase allows athlete to recharge mentally and physically
• meso cycle


  4-12 week period of training with particular focus. may have a component of fitness as their focus to improve
• micro cycle 


  one week or a few days of training that is repeated throughout the length of the mesocycle
• tapering


  reducing the volume or intensity of training prior to competition. prepares the athlete physically and mentally so peaking can occur
• peaking


  planning and organising training so performer is at their peak for a major competition by removing training induced fatigue but before reversibility will come into effect
• double periodisation


  sports that require athletes to peak more than once in a season