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What is periodization?

What is periodization?

Sometimes, I realize I don’t relax enough. But then I remember I have so many things to do and forget those worries.

It is wrong. But it happens often.

Yet, productivity without relaxation doesn’t work. You can stretch it as much as you wish. But you will have to take a break sooner or later. And if you don’t, your body will force you to do it.

Periodization is a well-known technique athletes use to work out and train, mostly before a competition. Typically, the three-to-one ratio of training and recovery is the most used. And the results are better than you could expect.

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