Non-Linear Fluctuating Overload vs. Linear Based Periodization

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Non-Linear Fluctuating Overload vs. Linear Based Periodization

A discussion on how linear based periodization can never get an athlete to Point B.

John Quint

Mar 10, 2024

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Non-Linear Fluctuation Overload vs. Linear Based Periodization

John Quint and Dr. Michael Chivers

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Non-Linear Fluctuation Overload vs. Linear Based Periodization

The Absolute conjugate system adheres to a fluctuating overload strategy, as it is the most efficient and effective way to organize training to get the athlete to Point B. The video is a compelling visual representation that reinforces our belief here at Absolute. In the video, the ball on the right is waving up and down, illustrating fluctuating overload, while the ball on the left follows a linear path. It may seem counterintuitive, but the ball on the right arrives at Point B in less time.

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Programming: Establishing Point B

Dr. Michael Chivers and John Quint

June 17, 2022

Establishing Point B Programming starts with establishing reference points. Previously we wrote about Point A. Point A represents the current physical state of the athlete, and Point B is the optimal physical state the athlete must be in to ensure success in sport (at the

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Conjugate: Absolute's Definition

John Quint and Dr. Michael Chivers

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At Absolute, we don't just see "conjugate" as a term; we view it as a strategic approach to systematically programming and periodizing specific training for the athlete over time. When athletes mention training with the conjugate method or discuss it, we interpret this as a clear indication of a deliberate training strategy - a

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Absolute's Conjugate Strategy + Point B → The Aggregation of Marginal Gains

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Absolute's Conjugate Strategy + Point B → The Aggregation of Marginal Gains

Point A + Point B + Matthew-Like Effects Let’s continue to build off of Point B, which we at Absolute believe is the most potent concept that we have proposed to date. Point B can be simply understood as the optimal physical state the athlete m…

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