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Periodization

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Recovery

How to Deload: When to Back Off and Why It Makes You Stronger

Deloading is not laziness. A planned recovery week every 4-6 weeks dissipates fatigue while preserving fitness, setting you up for bigger PRs when you return.

8 min·Jeff·Feb 19, 2026

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