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In an earlier article (SMART sports goals: the step-by-step guide) we looked at how to build clear, coherent training goals with the SMART method. Knowing where you are going and laying the foundations is an essential first step. But in the reality of day-to-day training, framing a goal is not always enough […]
Coach-athlete communication is not just about giving instructions before a workout or correcting a movement. It is a central lever for progress, motivation and confidence. In endurance sports such as athletics, trail, cycling, triathlon and swimming, the quality of the exchange affects consistency as much as […]
Comparing linear and undulating periodization is not about finding a theoretical model. It is about finding a method that moves an athlete forward without wearing them out, without losing sight of the season, and without complicating the planning for nothing. For a coach, that is the real subject. The right answer depends on the athlete's level […]
Motivation on its own is not enough to keep improving. In sport, plenty of people set themselves vague intentions and then lose heart for want of anything concrete to hold on to. That is exactly where SMART sports goals make a difference. The method turns a general wish into a clear, measurable and realistic plan of action. Self-coached athlete or […]
This article explains what periodization is, why you cannot do without it, how it works, and how to bring it into your own training with Slek.
