Question And Answer

QUESTION Out of curiosity how have you found multimodal endurance training to be helpful as opposed to straight up single modal endurance? ANSWER We haven’t tested these directly against each other. We have found that multi-modal endurance efforts do increase endurance. Click HERE. I’d wager, however, that if you want to improve running endurance, a running focused program […]

QUESTION I’m a Machine Gunner in the Marine Corps Reserves. I’m 5’8 and weigh around 145 lbs, so I’m definitely on the smaller side, especially being a Machine Gunner. In about a year, my battalion is going to 29 Palms for our Annual Training, so I’m concerned about my strength and rucking conditioning at present. […]

QUESTION What programs do you suggest following completion of BW beginner? Primary restrictions (medical) are no running (used bike erg, row erg and walking for BW beginner) and no barbell squats/lunges due to neck/shoulder injuries. If you need an equipment list or anything else, please let me know. As always, appreciate the help. ANSWER I’d […]

QUESTION I’m a 19 yr old male looking to be a 75th Ranger. I plan on joining within the next 3-4 months if possible. I came across Mtntactical and purchased the monthly subscription. However, I am emailing you to ask for your guidance and which course to get ready for Basic & RASP. For context, […]

QUESTION Two questions for you: What would you suggest replacing the sandbag exercises with if I don’t have one handy? (Thought my gym had one but was wrong) Can additional running be successfully integrated to the program? I’d like to run 3-4 times a week to build cardio but don’t want it to impede the success of […]

QUESTION Thanks for the amazing plans you have. I used the fat burner, and the Navy PT twice and I got outstanding scores on both! I was wondering what is the progression you would recommend for the body weight training plans you have? I was doing a 5×5 program and I feel like I need […]

QUESTION I was wondering if it was possible to obtain the SFOD-D V1 training plan that includes training specific to improve the Army PFT? I am in the process of attending the enabler selection and it was recommended that I obtain the V1 training program to specifically improve my PFT score as I will be […]

QUESTION Appreciate your programming and the guidance you provide. I have 15 weeks to prep for a 1 day Grand Teton climb objective. What would you have me do? It is flat where I live and step ups can be a substitute. Thank you sir. ANSWER Here’s what I recommend: Weeks    Plan 1-8   […]

QUESTION I just finished reading your blog post: “The Type of Athlete Who Thrives in MTI Programming” and found myself feeling guilty. How do you recommend developing the discipline to stick with your programming and cultivating that professional mindset? I have followed several of your training plans and found a lot of success when I […]

QUESTION 33 y/o Deputy US Marshal and reserve EOD tech. After a real stressful year I put on 35 pounds and ended up in abysmal shape. I am finishing week 5 of bodyweight beginner, looking for direction with limited equipment plans. My running base isn’t where I would like so I was looking at the running […]