Glossary
Periodisation
Periodisation is the structured variation of training variables — volume, intensity, exercises — across weeks and months.
Used to avoid plateaus, manage fatigue, and progress toward a goal over a longer cycle.
Also known as
periodization
Related terms
Mesocycle
A mesocycle is a multi-week training block, typically 4 to 12 weeks, focused on one goal.
Microcycle
A microcycle is a short training cycle, usually one week — the building block of a mesocycle.
Deload
A deload is a planned week of reduced training volume or intensity to allow the body to recover.