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Polarised vs Pyramidal Training: What You Should Do

Feb 28, 2024
Debate between polarized and pyramidal training models for athletes, benefits of personalized training plans, importance of intensity levels for endurance athletes, optimizing training approaches for improved performance, tailored intensity distribution for athletes of varying levels
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Quick takeaways

  • Understanding the debate between polarised and pyramidal training models in endurance sports.
  • Gratitude for Olympic aspirations and the positive impact of listener feedback on training journeys.

Deep dives

Debating Training Models - Polarized versus Pyramidal

Two identical athletes were taken to compare two training approaches, polarized versus pyramidal models. The discussion focused on the concept of easy, medium, and hard training zones, delving into the definitions and practical application. The debate explored which training model yields better results and the ongoing contention in the athletic community. The importance of understanding the models, personal adaptation, and training adjustments were emphasized.

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