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How Periodization Builds Performance Without Burnout
In this episode of The Athlete's Compass, Paul Laursen, Marjaana Rakai, and Paul Warloski break down the concept of periodization — the practice of structuring your training into purposeful phases like base, build, and taper. Drawing from cutting-edge research, Norwegian endurance dominance, and their own coaching experience, they explore how layering aerobic work with strategic intensity helps everyday athletes adapt better, avoid burnout, and peak on race day. From understanding adaptation energy to learning how Athletica supports personalized training, this conversation uncovers why slow…
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