Welcome to the Ultra House
Knowledge
Intelligent Flexibility: Programs as Guides, Not Bibles
Our philosophy recognizes that programs are guides, not bibles. While we maintain clear structural frameworks and evidence-based training principles, we understand that individual adaptation requires flexibility. This "intelligent flexibility" means that training parameters can be adjusted based on your life circumstances, stress levels, recovery capacity, and individual response patterns.
The framework allows for individual interpretation and emphasis. Rather than rigid percentages, we recognize that different athletes may require different ratios of focus across the three pillars. Some athletes thrive with higher training volumes to maintain positive psychological states, while others prefer meeting specific targets with more focused, lower-volume approaches. Both paths can lead to the same successful outcomes when properly managed.
THE UH APPROACH
Periodization with Adaptation
Our approach employs structured periodization that builds in adaptive flexibility from the outset. Training blocks focus on specific pillars while maintaining supporting work in the other areas. As we progress toward competition, emphasis shifts appropriately, but always with room for individual adjustment based on your response and circumstances.
This might mean adjusting intensity ranges rather than fixed repetitions, modifying session structure based on life stress, or adapting recovery protocols to match your individual needs. The key is maintaining forward progress while respecting your individual physiology and psychology.
YOU THE ATHLETE!
The Individual at the Centre
Ultimately, our framework recognizes that you are an individual with unique traits, responses, and circumstances. While the three-pillar structure provides comprehensive coverage of training demands, the application remains highly personalized. We understand that factors outside of training significantly impact performance, and our approach accounts for these realities rather than ignoring them.
The goal is not to force you into a predetermined training template, but to use our structured framework as a foundation for developing an approach that maximizes your potential while respecting your individual circumstances and needs.
Benefits and Services
Queenstown Runners provides the following products and services.
- One-on-one coaching
- Group training and fitness
- Template nutrition and training plans
- Consultations and advice
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