Is Microcycle a Word?

A macrocycle refers to your season as a whole. A mesocycle refers to a particular training block within that season; e.g. the endurance phase. A microcycle refers to the smallest unit within a mesocycle; usually a week of training.

How long does a macrocycle last?

You use periodization throughout the year when you design a training program that includes different phases of training. A macrocycle is a phase that repeats itself several times throughout the year and usually lasts 3-6 weeks.

What is Mesocycle used for?

Mesocycle is a training phase in the annual training plan that contains usually of 3-6 microcycles. Usually mesocycle refers to the main training target for particular period (i.e. anaerobic power, muscular endurance, etc.) that should be developed.