Stop following standard, rigid training plans, as they do not account for your individuality, recovery, and lifestyle.

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Sports science widely validates the principle of training individualization (the principle of specificity and individuality), supported by numerous studies on periodization, such as those published in the 'Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research' (Meta-analysis). It is established that stress, sleep, and personal workload directly influence recovery capacity, making 'off-the-shelf' plans sometimes unsuitable. The statement is therefore based on the physiological need for flexibility. However, saying one must 'stop' all plans is a simplification: research shows that a progressive structure remains essential to avoid overtraining and improve performance, according to observational studies on effort planning. The advice is thus a communication strategy to encourage self-regulation rather than a pure rejection of structure. It is a methodological adjustment rather than a challenge to planning itself.

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