PoinT GOResearch
Tag · 54 articles

periodization

How to Design an Off-Season Power Program for Athletes
how to·16 min read

How to Design an Off-Season Power Program for Athletes

Step-by-step guide to designing an off-season power program using periodization, velocity-based training, and jump testing to build explosive athletes.

off-season·power-training·periodization
Daily Undulating Periodization for Powerlifting: Complete Programming Guide
guides·16 min read

Daily Undulating Periodization for Powerlifting: Complete Programming Guide

Complete guide to daily undulating periodization (DUP) for powerlifting. Includes 12-week program templates, intensity zoning, and velocity-based

DUP·periodization·powerlifting
Prilepin's Chart Complete Guide: How to Use Load-Volume Tables for Optimal Strength Programming
guides·14 min read

Prilepin's Chart Complete Guide: How to Use Load-Volume Tables for Optimal Strength Programming

Learn how to apply Prilepin's chart to optimize training volume at every intensity. Includes practical examples for squat, bench, and deadlift programming.

prilepin·periodization·volume
Deload Week Protocol with VBT: Auto-Detected Recovery Cycles
guides·10 min read

Deload Week Protocol with VBT: Auto-Detected Recovery Cycles

Velocity-based deload week protocol using objective fatigue markers. Auto-detected timing, planned deload strategies, comparison with calendar deloads.

deload·vbt·recovery
In-Season Power Maintenance Program: VBT-Based 12-Week Protocol
guides·10 min read

In-Season Power Maintenance Program: VBT-Based 12-Week Protocol

VBT-based 12-week in-season program maintains power with 30-50% of off-season volume. Velocity targets, fatigue thresholds, and game-day scheduling.

in-season·power-maintenance·periodization
Why Deload Frequency Matters More Than Intensity: A VBT-Driven Research Review
research·12 min read

Why Deload Frequency Matters More Than Intensity: A VBT-Driven Research Review

A research review showing that deload frequency drives adaptation more than intensity reduction. Reinterpret six RCTs through IMU and VBT data for practical.

deload·recovery·periodization
Velocity Threshold Cycling Explained: How to Rotate Velocity Zones Across a 12-Week Block
guides·12 min read

Velocity Threshold Cycling Explained: How to Rotate Velocity Zones Across a 12-Week Block

How to rotate strength, power, and speed velocity zones within a 12-week block. A step-by-step framework verified with 800Hz IMU data.

velocity zones·periodization·VBT
How to Program a Deload Week Correctly: IMU-Based Recovery Guide
how to·12 min read

How to Program a Deload Week Correctly: IMU-Based Recovery Guide

A poorly designed deload erases adaptations. Learn the data-driven volume and intensity adjustments using 800Hz IMU recovery markers.

deload·periodization·recovery
How to Program a Sprint Strength Block in the Weight Room
how to·12 min read

How to Program a Sprint Strength Block in the Weight Room

A complete how-to guide for designing 4–6 week sprint strength blocks. Learn how 800Hz IMU sensors drive velocity-based autoregulation for sprinters in the...

sprint·strength block·VBT
How to Program Volleyball Jump Training: 800Hz IMU 12-Week Periodization Guide
how to·12 min read

How to Program Volleyball Jump Training: 800Hz IMU 12-Week Periodization Guide

Maximize volleyball vertical and spike jump with a 12-week periodized program. Track jump capacity, RSI, and landing loads using 800Hz IMU sensors for...

volleyball training·vertical jump·plyometrics
Why Undulating Periodization Outperforms Linear Models: The Science of Neuromuscular Adaptation
research·12 min read

Why Undulating Periodization Outperforms Linear Models: The Science of Neuromuscular Adaptation

Deep research on why daily undulating periodization (DUP) beats linear models for strength and power, validated by meta-analyses and 800Hz IMU data.

periodization·DUP·strength training
How to Deload Properly: Half Volume vs Lighter Weights
how to·13 min read

How to Deload Properly: Half Volume vs Lighter Weights

How to make a deload week effective: volume halving vs intensity reduction vs full rest compared with research data and a step-by-step protocol.

deload·recovery·periodization