In the MyFitCoach app, you have the option to activate deloads both during the onboarding process and in your training profile. A deload is a planned training week with reduced training intensity and volume. This promotes your recovery and regeneration, minimizes the risk of overtraining and injuries, and supports long-term performance improvements.
Is a deload suitable for me?
If you train regularly and intensively and aim to make continuous progress, deloads are especially recommended.
How does a deload work?
During a deload week, MyFitCoach gives you only exercise instructions with a RIR (Reps in Reserve) of 4+, so you can recover without completely interrupting your training. This happens automatically every 5 training weeks, without you having to do anything.
How do I adjust deloads?
If you want to lengthen or shorten the intervals between deloads, you can comfortably adjust this via your training profile. To do this, go to the "Training" tab > "Training" button at the top > "Deloads" and change the next deload week accordingly. Please note that the displayed weeks are training weeks, not calendar weeks.
If you want to slowly get back into training with a deload after a longer break (e.g., due to illness or injury), simply shift the deload to the current training week. MyFitCoach will then adjust your plan accordingly.
If you have any further questions or suggestions, please send us an email at support@myfitcoach.com.