Creating a yearly training Program After taking the

notes, use the yearly calendar provided to map out a year of training for a competitive athlete.

Work backwards from the most important competition.

Your goal is to have the athlete at peak form for this competition.

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The systematic division of the training year into periods that allow for optimal performance development during the competitive season

Three major periods are involved:1. The Preparatory Phase (PP)2. The Competition Phase (CP)3. Transition Periods (TP) Individual periods are further subdivided:1. Macro-cycles (2-6 weeks)2. Microcycles (7 days)3. Daily cycles (1-2 training sessions)4. Training sessions (1-2 hours)

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Preparation Period (PP): Development of a high level of

fitness from which to build Characterized by a gradual and

progressive increase of exercise volume at medium intensity levels

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Competitive Period (CP): Maintenance of the level of

fitness achieved in the PP Volume and intensity of

fitness work are reduced The main emphasis is on

sport-specific skill training

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Transition Period (TP): Relatively short in duration (2-4

weeks) Designed to offer a break from

competition and intensive training Relaxation in addition to recreation is

recommended Ensures that strength and

endurance do not drop significantly