There’s a big difference between working out and training. I say this often, and I’ll say it again: a workout without purpose is just sweat. But a training session—when executed with clear intention and thoughtful design—is a step forward toward your goals.

At Conquer Athlete, we believe the magic of progress doesn’t lie in fancy programming or random intensity. It lives at the intersection of athlete understanding and coach precision.

Periodization is a training method that involves dividing a strength training program into specific time periods or cycles with varying intensity, volume, and exercise selection. This approach is critical for achieving maximum strength and preventing plateaus in training progress. In this blog, we will discuss the importance of periodization and some examples of different types of periodization methods.