In short, because it is a lower intensity, it’s the “base season” and your body doesn’t usually require as much recovery doing SS workouts. Especially SSB1, the gradual TSS load is quite reasonable compared to a Build phase which is demanding. If it’s too much see below. SSB1 is usually doable 5/1 work to rest, but SSB2 is an uptick in intensity and is closer to a pre-build. So listen to your body and if you need rest in that fourth week then add in a recovery week. This may help:
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