Programming & Periodization of Olympic Weightlifting Training | Part 4: The Annual Plan

About this Video

• Video Title: Programming & Periodization of Olympic Weightlifting Training | Part 4: The Annual Plan
• Channel: Flow High Performance
• Speakers: Peter
• Duration: 00:05:36

Introduction

This video explains how to periodize Olympic weightlifting training over a year to achieve peak performance during competitions. It uses an example athlete and their competition schedule to demonstrate the process of creating an annual plan, incorporating training phases, transitional periods, and training blocks.

Key Takeaways

• Competition Scheduling: The annual plan starts by identifying and prioritizing competitions based on importance (primary vs. secondary).
• Peak Condition Timing: The plan aims to align peak physical condition with the most important competitions. A numerical system is used to represent the athlete's condition throughout the year, with lower numbers indicating better condition.
• Training Phases: The year is divided into training phases, each leading to a competition peak, followed by a transitional phase for recovery and desensitization.
• Training Blocks: Each phase is further broken down into smaller training blocks (mesocycles), typically four weeks long, allowing for adjustments based on the athlete's response. This makes programming more manageable.
• Training Progression: Three general progression models (accumulation, intensification, realization) are applied throughout the year to build a base, peak performance, and then recover for the next training cycle.