• understand the central concepts that underpin the periodization of training;

• appreciate the value, role, and application of periodization in strength and conditioning programs;

• describe the four periods of the traditional periodization model;

• describe the two phases of the preparatory period of the traditional periodization model;

• relate the four sport seasons to the four periods of the traditional periodization model; and

• apply the program design variables to create a periodized strength training program.