Q: Is reloading (also known as "deloading") a good idea or just an excuse to kick back?
Why do you think most NFL teams have a light, non-contact practice before game day? It's to give their players a chance to rest their bodies—and their minds—before the big game.
Same goes for lifting. You need to give your body time to recuperate after heavy lifting so your central nervous system (CNS) and your muscles don't get fried.
Reloading is the practice of following periods of high intensity and volume with periods of lower intensity and volume. It's also the perfect time to work on your form.
You might know this lowering of intensity as a "deload." I was first introduced to deloading by powerlifter and Bodybuilding.com contributor Paul Leonard. I renamed it "reload," simply because I think it sounds more proactive—and because this is not a blow-off week. On the contrary, it's a strategic retreat so you can come back and attack some serious pig iron!
Reloads should generally be...
Source: Ask The Super Strong Guy: Is "Reloading" Right For Powerlifters?
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