Do you use periodization in your training?

[TheGame23]

If so, how long do you go before changing it up? Also, do you think it has helped your gains?

 

[edgecrusher]

Yes, i feel you need to periodize. Your body, needs a change everyonce in a while. The amount of time I spend periodizing, revolves around my goals, and wether or not i am training for an event.

And yes, it has helped my gains.

 

[ballast]

I don't follow a traditional periodization model, but after every three or four weeks of steady training, I'll reduce my overall training volume(sets and reps not weight) for a week and this has been invaluable in keeping me from burning out.