Periodization Training

Abstract Periodization training is a designed program involving the breakdown of training into different cycles throughout an athlete’s preseason, season, and offseason. This technique was first designed for strength training, but has now been evolved to include the many components of any athlete’s training needs. A basketball athlete has numerous obstacles in training to overcome to be a successful player, so the use of a periodization program would be a beneficial way to …

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