Block Periodization

Have you ever heard of block periodization? If you have you are way ahead concerning periodization models. If the NSCA had its way we'd all be using Western Linear periodization and experiencing sub par performance the rest of our lives. Granted, for a brand new trainee this method works...but as Siff states all training programs work for a small period of time. But, if the correct morphological and physiological elements aren't develop to support the function of the movement...well your work has been in vain. I digress.

Check out the book Block Periodization by Vladimir Issurin. Block periodization is a method for structuring training in which you concentrate training means into a uni-directional focus. By concentrating training means and using delayed residual effects one can precisely peak an athlete at the right time. That is it in a nut shell...and that nut shell is huge. So check it out its sure to make your head spin and get you thinking again.