Q&A 4.4.24 - Mountain Tactical Institute

QUESTION

Just wanted to clarify before starting the program:

When doing sets is it:

5 rounds – 5x of 1 leg box squats , does that mean do the right leg for round one and then left leg round 2? Or do the (5) reps with the left leg and then (5) reps with the right leg would be one set?

ANSWER

1 Round = 5x on the right leg, and 5x on the left leg.

QUESTION

So I’m in need of improving my running and have picked up the run improvement program. I still want to enjoy BJJ 2-3 times a week though. I’m wondering what recommendation you might have to work both into a busy week.

ANSWER

A few options…

Option 1: AM/PM Sessions. So 2-3x week knock out your Run Improvement training in the AM, then your BJJ training in the afternoon/evening.

If this isn’t possible due to schedule…

Option 2: Consolidate the Run Improvement training, specifically the strength training, into 4x days. See the screenshot below on how to split up the Strength days within a week. This frees up two days for BJJ.

Option 3: If this feels like too much training for you handle at the moment, you can simply skip the strength training days and focus just on run training and BJJ.

QUESTION

I am interested in applying to Borstar. I have purchased the plan for Borstar and would like some recommendations to supplement this workout. I plan to apply myself next year if possible. I am looking for a training plan schedule starting now to apply for BORSTAR next year. I would appreciate your response.

ANSWER

These would be plans in order over the next year. Take a week of rest between each plan. This should bring you right to your selection date next year.

1) Military OnRamp

2) Barbossa
3) Black Beard
4) Captain Morgan
5) Madame Cheng
6) BORSTAR STC

If you purchase these plans together, you’ll get an automatic 25% discount applied to your cart at checkout. The other option is our Athlete Subscription, which will give you access to all of these plans. Your pick.

Ping us with any questions as you’re working through them!

QUESTION

I am a law enforcement officer looking for a good training program to get me back on track with my fitness. Unfortunately, a few injuries and kids have set me back, and I am out of shape. While I have a solid foundation in fitness from my pre-injury and childless days, my conditioning and strength have seriously declined.

I would like to subscribe to one of your programs, but I am not entirely sure which one is right for me. If you could offer some guidance, that would greatly appreciated.

ANSWER

The best place to start is our Law Enforcement On-Ramp plan. Built for guys exactly in your situation.

QUESTION

I’m starting your big game hunting prep packet on Monday. Elk rifle season 2 is Oct 26th in CO. and I’m getting excited for it!

My father is going to be going with me. I would like to have some recommendations for him to get better prepared than he has in years past. My concern is he is 71. His doctor has told him his heart is good. He keeps himself in okay shape. He is not over weight or skinny, just normal. He already does a lot of body weight lunges and squats…like, A LOT. I’m not convinced those alone are enough or he’s done them so many times he no longer gets any good out of them. He has gone out in years past with his hunting boots and ankle weights walking around the public school next to his house, which sits a top a 1/4mi hill. I told him to wear his hunting pack and add weights to it as he gets closer to the season.

Do you have any recommendations for his condition?

ANSWER

Sounds like an awesome trip, and your dad is a badass. I’d recommend taking the ankle weights off and focusing on wearing the pack. Start light – 20# is a good starting point.

Depending on what kind of mileage/terrain you intend to cover on your hunt, working up to 6 miles is a good starting point, then slowly increasing the weight.

In terms of our programming, the SF60 Packet is going to be the best option for your dad. The endurance work is “Athletes Choice”, and he should focus on walking with his pack over mixed terrain.

QUESTION

I’m starting a online Masters program and will be limited on time. I’m going to jump on the Busy Dad sessions.

A couple of questions:

I notice in the sample training you use dumbbells for the strength sessions. I don’t have a full set. Can I do the corresponding movements with a barbell?
When is the best time to jump in (ex. beginning/end of the month)? Or does it matter?

ANSWER

Congrats and good luck on the Masters program!

1. The Busy Dad sessions have dumbbell and barbell work, dependent on the cycle. No problem substituting dumbbells for barbell work. You can use this chart to find the appropriate exercise substitution.

2. Pick any month of programming you want to do, and start at the beginning of the month.

QUESTION

Hey MTI, I’m an active duty soldier with basically a year long layoff from serious training. I noticed y’all have a ton of great looking programs but they all seem a little volume intensive for me currently. My question is what program would you recommend for me as I rebuild my fitness level in order to move onto your ranger school program? My current stats are (2mile) 16:20, (pushups) 56, (chin-ups) 7, (sit-ups) 53. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated!

ANSWER

The plans within the Rookie Packet (https://mtntactical.com/shop/rookie-training-packet/) is the place to start. You can go with the packet, buy the plans within individually, or get access to all of them via our Athlete Subscription (https://mtntactical.com/shop/master-subscription-plan/)

QUESTION

Is it possible to buy just the TBS plan and not the IOC plan or do you have to buy them together

ANSWER

Here you go: https://mtntactical.com/shop/usmc-the-basic-school-tbs-training-plan/

QUESTION

I had a question I’m 5’9 155 pounds I’m pretty skinny. I have a lot of lean muscle on my frame with not a lot of body fat. I want to add some mass and size on without getting too out of shape. Which program would be best for me hypertrophy for skinny guys or the ultimate meathead cycle?

ANSWER

Hypertrophy for Skinny Guys will be the way to go!

QUESTION

I purchased the busy dad daily and im going to start tomorrow (Friday). My 5 days are Friday-Tuesday bc of work. My question for you is, should I start the busy dad workouts at the first week of January or just start at the 4th week of march?

ANSWER

It’s really up to you. The programming moves through cycles which can be balanced, strength focused, work capacity focused, or endurance focused. They’re designed to be able to pick up anywhere. However, start at the beginning of a cycle, whichever one you choose.

QUESTION

What program is recommended for someone wanting to prevent Achilles tendinitis from worsening while continuing to train as a tactical athlete

ANSWER

Not sure I have a great answer for this. The best recommendation would be the Post Rehab Leg Injury Plan (https://mtntactical.com/shop/post-rehab-leg-injury-training-plan-ssd/) which will work around the chronic issue, but won’t solve it unfortunately.

QUESTION

I have 17 weeks until SFOD-D support selection. 10 days that covers APFT, 12-18 mile ruck, misc events, psych, etc. What programs would you recommend? I have an okay baseline but am currently in regiment.

ANSWER

Next week, start Resilience (http://mtntactical.com/shop/resilience/). Finish that program, take a week off, then begin the Ruck Based Selection Plan (http://mtntactical.com/shop/ruck-based-selection-training-plan-v5/) leading up to your report date.

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