Hi - I intend to register for a powerlifting meet in the spring. I’ve decided to use Strength I for meet prep. Does it include a taper/peaking protocol within the program? I have flexibility in terms of when the meet will be. So, I’m just trying to get the timing right. 13 weeks to run Strength I. Then do I add on a week or two (or three) for one of the peaking templates? Or, is it all included in the 13 week program?
I saw this question answered in another thread relating to Powerbuilding I. But I wasn’t sure if the answer applied to Strength I as well.
Yep, the Strength I template sets you up for a meet 13-weeks from the start date. Since it already has its own peaking block built in, you don’t need to add anything to it.
The meet was yesterday. It went great. My plan is to continue running Strength I on a loop and sprinkle in meets a couple of times a year. What should I do to “deload” from the meet? My plan was to run the Strength I peak this week, but in a reverse fashion. That is, take today and tomorrow off completely. Then, on Wednesday, do day 2 of week 13. And on Friday, do day 1 of week 13. Then, next week, start week 1 again. So, like a “reverse peak” this week. Do you think that is reasonable? Thanks!