Recently I had the pleasure of demoing a very unique training device from Exxentric known as the kBox. This is one of the most effective tools for taking advantage of eccentric and negative overload. It's also highly adaptable and versatile. 

There are numerous periodization models employed by coaches, trainers, athletes, and weekend warriors. Although each method has its own unique attributes, strengths, and weaknesses, I tend to have my own specific methodology.