Does periodization work? Athletes perform better in major events than in minor competitions

Previous studies on periodization have led to the view that most athletes fail peak at major events. These conclusions might be based definitions of “peak performance” are too narrow. In this study, a track and field athlete was defined as succeeding in competition if their outcome within acceptable range from best result season. The data seven championship finals semifinals together with 42 Diamond League competitions 2010s, altogether 7,087 individual results. All events running up 400 m were included. majority succeeded (67.0% sprint 57.5% events). Overall, elicit success rates more than 70% higher basic level achieved ( p < 0.001). Success systematically (over 60% higher) for top three versus other competitors every race When an is adopted definition what successful is, manage important competitions. addition, finishing typically requires performance.