Question

Diagrammatically represent the periodisation cycle Hierarchy and explain the same.

Answer 1

                                  Periodisation cycle

Periodisation Cycle Hierarchy
Periodisation Cycle	Description
Quadrennial cycle	Multi-year plan: 4 years
Macro cycle	Describes the complete training Period: 1 year
Meso cycle (Phase)	Describes the singular training cycle: 4 weeks
Micro cycle	Describes the structural unit of a meso cycle: 1 week
Work-outs	Describes the structural unit

Periodisation Cycles: Periodisation training is divided into several cycles, from offseason, pre-season, in-season, to post-season. The phases of training take place within a yearlong macro-cycle (long-length cycle of one year) which is divided into two or more meso-cycles (medium-length cycles of 4 week blocks), each of which lasts for a few months. These meso-cycles are then further broken down into multiple one-week micro-cycles (short-length cycles of one week). The time periods of these training blocks can vary significantly among sports. Each meso-cycle has a very specific training focus and all of these build up to prepare the sportspersons to reach their peak athletic ability during the competition. The training programme must consist of a variety of elements, including cardio and respiratory (aerobic) fitness, general strength, anaerobic fitness (power), speed, neuromuscular skill development, flexibility, and mental preparation.