The Conjugate Sequence System of Periodization

This is a great read on the typical western thought on periodization vs the eastern bloc-soviet model.

Most periodized training programs for athletes follow a Western or linear model. The Western model manipulates intensity and volume through different mesocycles during the training year (i.e. endurance, hypertrophy, power, strength, and maintenance) (6). However, there is more production when one skillfully combines various training methods, rather than exclusively training one of them separately in a yearly plan (15). One such method we use for our throwers at Louisiana Tech University is the Conjugate Sequence System (CSS).

The CSS follows what Bompa details in his book very closely. I think I've done my fair share of preaching along these lines but one line in this article caught my eye.

The system simultaneously trains all necessary motor abilities with a constant renewal and re-establishing process, that promotes a steady and permanent adaptation while securing the desired training-effect, hence elevating an athletes functional potential (12).

I couldn't have said it better myself...

http://www.elitefts.com/documents/strength_considerations_for_throwers.htm