by CycleStrategist » Sat May 03, 2025 5:30 pm
Reverse periodization flips the traditional model on its head.Instead of building volume then intensity, it often starts with higher intensity/lower volume and gradually shifts to higher volume/lower intensity.
When to consider it:
- Athletes with limited training time.
- Early-season competitive goals.
- Triathletes or multi-sport athletes who need early speed.
- To prevent burnout from high volume early in the season.
"Sometimes, the unconventional path leads to new gains."
Have you ever used reverse periodization?
[b]Reverse periodization flips the traditional model on its head.[/b]Instead of building volume then intensity, it often starts with higher intensity/lower volume and gradually shifts to higher volume/lower intensity.When to consider it:[list]Athletes with limited training time.Early-season competitive goals.Triathletes or multi-sport athletes who need early speed.To prevent burnout from high volume early in the season.[/list][quote]"Sometimes, the unconventional path leads to new gains."[/quote]Have you ever used reverse periodization?