We use a series of cyclical phases to help guide our training and manage the seasons here at JET Coaching… Here is a brief overview of which phase we are in now and the value of the Preparatory Phase.
The Post Season immediately follows the end of the season, or, an individuals final race of the season. The post season is coming to an end and the Prep or Preparatory Phase is just beginning… Post Season is an opportunity to Reflect, Reset & Reload and that will transition in to the Preparatory Phase.
The Preparatory Phase is a period of 10-14 weeks (typically), which is critical development opportunity for all athletes. Executed correctly this will set you up physically, mentally and emotionally. The type of training we do is vastly different to race phase training.
This may seem like quite a low-stress, boring, repeatable period of training HOWEVER, this is often where we gain aerobic efficiency and resilience. Creating a platform of fitness allows us to nail home the race specifics when the time comes.
Some key aspects of the Prep phase:
– Opportunity to develop sound habits
– Strength
– Technical development
– End of range work
– Aerobic development (low heart rate)
– Lower demands on time and effort