insanelupus
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I'm in the process of putting together next year's training plan. My "performance" season typically runs SEP-NOV, i.e., hunting season.
I'll be concentrating on strength, mobility, and endurance. The first 3 months DEC-FEB will be weighted toward strength, 3x a week. Progression will continue past FEB but go to 2x per week strength training from FEB-AUG.
My training schedule will be similar to this year's, 10-14 hrs per week, 5/6 day workouts.
I had a few times this year where I had to cut back the workload on the gym, fatigue/over training. Made it through, peaked well in AUG and feeling good.
I've always done de-load/recovery as needed. I'm reading more regarding planned weeks of de-load/recovery anywhere from 4-8 weeks into a training cycle.
While I like de-load better (reducing workload but still going to the gym) rather than a recovery (basically little to no workout), I'm curious who is planning these rest times into your program rather than taking as needed. What are your reasons, what is your workout, and how has it worked out for you.
At 46, over training and good recovery between workouts is a must. And I can even understand deload weeks as needed, but I'm still not sure as to my necessity of planning them into the program, especially from a performance perspective.
I'm not an athlete, just an average joe that tries to push hard and enjoy the fruits of the labor. Getting better/stronger/more durable is the goal and im open to new ways to do it. But I'd sure like to hear real world testimonials before making changes.
I'll be concentrating on strength, mobility, and endurance. The first 3 months DEC-FEB will be weighted toward strength, 3x a week. Progression will continue past FEB but go to 2x per week strength training from FEB-AUG.
My training schedule will be similar to this year's, 10-14 hrs per week, 5/6 day workouts.
I had a few times this year where I had to cut back the workload on the gym, fatigue/over training. Made it through, peaked well in AUG and feeling good.
I've always done de-load/recovery as needed. I'm reading more regarding planned weeks of de-load/recovery anywhere from 4-8 weeks into a training cycle.
While I like de-load better (reducing workload but still going to the gym) rather than a recovery (basically little to no workout), I'm curious who is planning these rest times into your program rather than taking as needed. What are your reasons, what is your workout, and how has it worked out for you.
At 46, over training and good recovery between workouts is a must. And I can even understand deload weeks as needed, but I'm still not sure as to my necessity of planning them into the program, especially from a performance perspective.
I'm not an athlete, just an average joe that tries to push hard and enjoy the fruits of the labor. Getting better/stronger/more durable is the goal and im open to new ways to do it. But I'd sure like to hear real world testimonials before making changes.