TBH Episode 43: Balancing Act: Understanding Intensity Levels in Training

TBH Episode 43: Balancing Act: Understanding Intensity Levels in Training

August 20, 2026 · 33 min · Episode 43

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The hosts discuss structuring volleyball training intensity using a red/yellow/green practice model to manage load and reduce injury risk.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of “Triple Block Heads,” Makani, Marc, and Frank discuss structuring volleyball training intensity using a red/yellow/green practice model to manage load, reduce injury risk, and peak late in the season. Marc explains that after an off day, practices should start at “yellow” rather than going hard, then cycle intensity through the week (including game-week adjustments), with “green” days targeting about 110% of match output. They describe measuring intensity u...

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