Rest, Recovery, and Cycling
Session Objective
To master the Cycling Protocol. It is a biological law that growth does not occur during the stress phase; it occurs during the rest phase. We will define the supercompensation curve and the "De-load" periods necessary to prevent tissue calcification.
1. The Supercompensation Curve
Biological systems follow the principle of Supercompensation. After a training stressor, there is a temporary dip in tissue capacity. The body then recovers to a level higher than the original baseline. Training again before the "peak" of this curve leads to cumulative fatigue and potential atrophy.
In PhalloPhysics, we time our sessions to coincide with the peak of this curve, ensuring that each subsequent session builds upon a newly established "biological floor."
2. Indicators of Tissue Health
Monitoring your systemic and localized response is the only way to ensure you are in the Hypertrophic Zone rather than the Injury Zone. We divide these indicators into Positive and Warning signs.
Positive Indicators
- Increased nocturnal tumescence (EQ).
- Improved heat retention in the corpora.
- High degree of tissue compliance/elasticity.
Warning Indicators
- Reduced morning erections.
- Persistent "cold spots" or discoloration.
- Localized fibrosis (tough, non-elastic spots).
3. Periodization: Cycling Methods
Constant tension leads to Cellular Accommodation—where the tissue stops responding to the signal. To prevent this, we cycle our intensity and frequency.
| Method | Schedule | Strategic Goal |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Cycle | 5 Days ON / 2 Days OFF | Consistent collagen accretion. |
| Aggressive Bias | 2 Weeks ON / 1 Week OFF | Breaking through growth plateaus. |
| Systemic De-load | 7 Full Days OFF | Resetting cellular sensitivity. |