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Typically speaking, the ramp up in exercise/training begins 10 weeks before the season. Even "off time," Darnell is still active to maintain his base, but beginning 10 weeks out he will start slowly ramping up to a peak approximately 2 weeks before the season opener (give or take a day or two). By slowly ramping up, Darnell is able to take longer and more extensive workouts and the slow progression of the ramp up allows him to target issues identified in the offseason in a more controlled way. By peaking about two weeks before the season starts, there's a little bit of runway for Darnell to begin slowing down and easing up in case of any injuries or fatigue - but, mind you, he'll still be working out and practicing throughout the season, but the marked comedown does make transitioning into the season's training a bit more comfortable. The big news for Darnell this season is his transition into a forward position, he's dabbled with it in the IIHF, but this season he's making the full commit to switching to the wing for his club as well. Lots of practices will be focused on new positioning and breakouts and such.