In this workshop you will learn a completely flexible model of planning a long-term training cycle (16-20 weeks) that makes use of the fundamental and effective principles by which the body works.

Topics covered include:

1. The essential features of an efficient periodization model including:
   • Parallel vs. sequential development of physical abilities.
   • Concentrated vs. distributed loading.
   • Optimal use of short term overtraining.
     
2. Definition of 7 different one week training templates – the building blocks of your long term training plan
   • Main type and goal of one week training templates
   • Options for structure of each one week template (number and duration of training session)
   • Options for structure of session (number of exercises)
   • Best training methods for each one week template
   • Selecting exercises for each type of block
   • The type of weight training that works best with energy systems training.
     
3. How to use the one week training blocks in the creation of your training program
   • How to combine the one week blocks in a 16-20 week training cycle.
   • Pros and cons of “forward” vs. “reverse engineering” your training cycle
   • How to train for two sets of goals simultaneously.
     
     Fee:  $169 + gst  
     CECs: CPTN-7
     Location: Extreme Fitness Dundas (Toronto, ON)
     Date: Saturday, April 24, 2010
     Time: 9:30am - 4:30pm