I have been Mountain Biking for four years and consider myself to be an intermediate rider. The local riding is primarily enduro-focused, with the terrain dictating a steep climb followed by a long, steep descent. Recently, something has ‘clicked’ in my riding, where my confidence and riding performance has increased dramatically. Tight, fast turns and […]
Charlie Bausman
Marine Infantry – Unit Fitness Leader Course AAR
MTI recently traveled to Camp Lejeune in North Carolina to work with small unit leaders at 2nd Battalion, 6th Marines. The intent behind the education was to teach a plug-and-play style methodology of implementing intentionally designed fitness training, specific to military athletes. We led three classes, one per day, consisting of 40-50 Marines, of Squad […]
Should Enlisted Soldiers Need a Bachelors to Commission?
The current military commissioning pathways require a bachelor’s degree, limiting opportunities for many capable enlisted personnel to advance to officer ranks. This requirement, though rooted in a desire to ensure professional and intellectual standards, overlooks the practical experience and leadership skills that many enlisted members bring to the table. The Current Landscape In the U.S. […]
Q&A 6.29.24
Q: Good Morning coach, I retired from the Army 5 years ago, I am currently 53 years old. I used to be an avid MTN Tactical user, however I have fallen off the wagon. I am trying to determine which is the best plan to start with for an over 50, over weight individual. I […]
Q&A 6.22.24
Q: Good evening Rob, I am emailing you because I wanted to know if you had any advice on a workout program for bodybuilding/athletic training. I want to do a 50/50 training program that incorporates weight lifting but I also want to train like an athlete. I’ve been working for about 5 years now so […]
Q&A 6.15.24
Q: I bought the LE patrol training plan. When I open the workout there are multiple months and workouts to start from. Since this is June should I just start at the beginning of the month or is there another starting point I should start at? A: Thanks for reaching out. You are correct. Start […]
MTI Unit Education Roadshow: No Cost Training & Education for Your Unit
BLUF: Mountain Tactical Institute (MTI) is offering no-cost, on-site education and training for Military, Fire, Law Enforcement, and Mountain Athlete groups. Why Are We Doing This: MTI is approaching 20 years of in business. This is an opportunity to give back and build a network of like-minded individuals who understand that fitness is a professional […]
Q&A 6.8.24
Q: I am trying out for my agencies special operations team at the end of September, should I start the FBI HRT program now? Or do you think I should way until later in June or early July. A: Recommend the following programs for your timeline: Begin: FBI HRT V2 22 July 2024 If you […]
MTI Collective Responses: How have mentors impacted you?
“How have mentors played a role in your professional and personal lives? Any anecdotes of positive and/or negative impacts?” “My father passed away when I was young and I was lucky to have an uncle who loved me very much and was a father figure and mentor. All throughout my teens and early […]
Work Capacity Snapshot and Observations of a Regional SWAT Team
BLUF In May of 2024 MTI was invited to an engagement with a Regional SWAT Team. This opportunity provided a venue to have one-on-one discussions with Tactical Athletes, expose them to the “Efficient Strength” methodology, conduct a Tactical Athlete Work Capacity Assessment, and gain further insight into the operational demands and challenges these tactical athletes […]