DEA PTT Training Program

$39.00

6-weeks, 5 sessions per week
Designed specifically to maximize scores for the DEA PTT
Individually scaled to you based on your DEA PTT scores
This training plan is one of the 200+ Plans included with an Athlete’s Subscription.

Description

This 6-week training program is sport-specifically designed to improve scores on the DEA PTT

Maximum number of sit-ups in one minute
Timed 300-meter sprint
Maximum number of continuous push-ups (untimed)
Timed one and one-half mile (1.5 mile) run

Updated May 2017

DESCRIPTION

The program will follow a basic 5-day per week, format. The Final (6th) week is an unload or “taper” week, with reduced volume to allow recovery before taking the DEA PTT.

You’ll take the complete DEA PTT three times … at the beginning, in the middle, and at the end. Each time the program uses your most recent PTT scores for the follow-on progressions. In this way the program automatically “scales” the incoming, and improving fitness of each individual athlete. No matter your incoming fitness, this plan will push you.

The training sessions are designed to around an hour. The first, 3rd and 5th Mondays of the plan you will perform 2-a-days (two sessions per day). In the morning you’ll take the DEA PTT, and in the evening, you’ll complete sets of push ups and sit ups and then 100m sprint repeats.

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

Monday Weeks 1, 3, 5: AM: PTT; PM: Push-ups, Situps, 100m Sprints
Monday Weeks 2, 4, 6: Push-ups, Sit-ups, 100m Sprints
Tuesday: 100m and 300m Repeats
Wednesday: Push-Ups, Sit-Ups, Long Run @ Moderate Pace
Thursday: 800m Repeats
Friday: Push-Ups, Sit-Ups, 800m Repeats

PUSH UP AND SIT UP PROGRESSIONS

During this program, every number of calisthenics repetitions you perform is based on the number of repetitions you completed at your most recent DEA PTT.

Example:

Athlete performs 50x Push-ups on DEA PTT No.1 (Session 1).

The PM part of Session 1 from the plan calls for:

(1) 6 Rounds, every 75 sec.

30% of your Max Reps Push-Ups from DEA PTT No. 1

Which means …..

– 30% of 50x Push-ups is 15 (.3 x 50 = 15).
– Set a repeating countdown timer for 75 sec.
– On Round 1, do 15x Push-ups with continuous motion, then rest for the remaining time in the 75 sec. interval. The faster you finish, the more rest you get before beginning Round 2.
– When Round 1’s 75 seconds is up, immediately begin Round 2 by completing 15x push-ups with continuous motion and proper form, then rest for the remainder of the 75 second interval.
– Repeat this through 6 Rounds.

The Sit-up progression works in the exact same way.

RUN TRAINING AND RUN TABLES

The DEA PTT tests your running ability with a relatively short 300m sprint, and a longer 1.5 mile run for time.

This plan trains you for these events with two approaches:

(1) Speed Over Ground

You’ll run hard, fast 100m, 300m, or 800m repeats, four times/week.

(2) Aerobic Endurance

You’ll run an easy 2-4 miles once per week (Wednesday).

The program includes scaled paces for your runs. These paces are based on your most recent 1.5 mile run assessment results (again, Sessions 1, 11, and 21). In this way, the plan automatically “scales” to your current running ability, and is always pushing you to improve.

Use the latest assessment results with the MTI Running Calculator to determine paces for subsequent training sessions.

You’ll enter your most recent 1.5 mile assessment time to find the pace you must run for each distance in the plan.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

Stopwatch, preferably one which also has a repeating countdown timer. (Timex Ironman is best)
Running area (track or other) with known 100m, 300m, 800m and 1 mile distances.

COMMON QUESTIONS

What if I miss a day?
If you miss a day, make up the session you missed the next day and follow the programming as prescribed. Don’t skip ahead. If needed, train on a Saturday to stay on schedule.

What if I can’t do the whole session?
If you don’t have enough time to complete the whole session, you can split the session into two.

I can’t make all my rounds of sit ups or push ups unbroken. It it okay to break the prescribed reps into sets?
Yes for the sit ups. Break as necessary to complete your reps, but don’t extend the 75 second interval.

Push ups – rather than breaking the reps into sets, if you are having trouble completing the prescribed reps, go to your knees and try to complete them on your knees before breaking to rest. Don’t extend the 75 second interval. This is a difficult progression … don’t be surprised or embarrassed if you have to go to your knees.

What if I’m having trouble completing the running repeats/intervals?
Extend the rest period by 60 seconds, and try again. Keep fighting. Expect to be pushed.

What about Diet?
Here are our dietary recommendations: http://mtntactical.com/inside-strong-swift-durable/frequently-asked-questions/#nutrition

How much rest should I take between finishing this program and taking the official PFT?
2-3 days total rest. Week 6 of the training plan tapers back the intensity.

How far out from my PFT should I complete this plan?
Complete this training plan the six weeks (plus 2-3 days for rest) before your official PFT.

Can I repeat this program?
Yes, but we recommend you take at least a week full rest if you plan to complete it back to back.

How much improvement should I see?
15-40% in overall score depending upon your incoming fitness. Fitter athletes will see less overall improvement. Less fit athletes will see greater overall improvement.

Can I see a sample of the programming?
Click the “Sample Training” tab above to see the entire Week 1 of programming.

More Questions? Email coach@mtntactical.com

DISCLAIMER

Before beginning any exercise program, consult with your physician to ensure that you are in proper health. Physical training contains inherent risks including, but not limited to, muscle strains, tears, physical and bodily injury up to and including death. This training program is not meant to provide medical advice; you should obtain medical advice from your private health care practitioner. If you are unable to assume these risks then you should not engage in this training program. No liability is assumed by Mountain Tactical Institute, Inc, its owners or employees, and you train at your own risk. Mountain Tactical Institute makes no warranty, express or implied, of any kind in connection with this training program.

Required Equipment

• Stopwatch, preferably one which also has a repeating countdown timer. (Timex Ironman is best)

• Running area (track or other) with known 400m, 800m and 1 mile distances.

Sample Training

Below is the entire first week of programming from the plan:
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MONDAY
SESSION 1 (2-a-day)

AM Session: DEA PTT No. 1

Warm up:

4 Rounds

Run 100m
5x Push Ups
5x Sit Ups
Instep Stretch

Rest 5 Minutes before DEA PTT

Training:

(1) DEA PTT

• 1 Minute Max Sit-Ups

• 300m Sprint (timed)

• Max Push-Ups

• 1.5 Mile Run (timed)

RECORD YOUR RESULTS

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PM Session: Push-Ups, Sit-Ups,100m Sprints

Warm Up:

3 Rounds

Run 100m
5x Push Ups
5x Sit Ups
Instep Stretch

Training:

(1) 6 Rounds

Push-Ups 30% of your Max Reps Scored on DEA PTT No. 1 Every 75 Seconds

Example:
You performed 50x Push-Ups on your DEA PTT No. 1

Number of Push-Up each Interval: 30% of 50 = 15

(2) 6 Rounds

Sit-Ups 30% of your Max Reps Scored on DEA PTT No. 1 Every 75 Seconds

Example:
You performed 46x Sit-Ups on your DEA PTT No.1

Number of Sit-Ups each Interval: 30% of 46 = 13.8 round to 14

(3) 2 Rounds

800m Run @ designated DEA PTT No. 1 run time pace
Rest 4 Minutes between efforts

To find your interval time for today’s 800m repeats, use your 1.5 mile assessment time from SESSION 1’s DEA PTT and the MTI Running Calculator

(4) 3 Rounds

Pigeon Stretch
Lat + Pec Stretch

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TUESDAY
SESSION 2

Obj: 100m and 300m Repeats

Warm up:

4 Rounds

Run 100m
5x Walking Lunges
5x Burpees
Instep Stretch

Training:

(1) 4 Rounds

Sprint 100m, Max Effort
Rest 60 seconds between efforts

(2) 2 Rounds

Sprint 300m, Max Effort
Rest 5 Minutes between efforts

(2) 2 Rounds

Instep Stretch
Hip Flexor Stretch
Pigeon Stretch

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WEDNESDAY
SESSION 3
Obj: Push Ups, Sit Ups, Long Run

Warm up:

4 Rounds

Run 100m
5x Push Ups
5x Sit Ups
Instep Stretch

Training:

(1) 6 Rounds

Push-Ups 30% of your Max Reps Scored on DEA PTT No. 1 Every 75 Seconds

(2) 6 Rounds

Sit-Ups 30% of your Max Reps Scored on DEA PTT No. 1 Every 75 Seconds

(3) 2.5 Mile Run @ Moderate pace

(3) 3 Rounds

Pigeon Stretch
Lat + Pec Stretch

Comments:

To find your "moderate pace" for today’s run, use your 1.5 mile assessment time from SESSION 1’s DEA PTT and MTI Running Calculator

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THURSDAY
SESSION 4
Obj: 400m Sprint Repeats

Warm up:

4 Rounds

Run 100m
5x Walking Lunges
5x Burpees
Instep Stretch

Training:

(1) 6 Rounds

400m Run @ designated DEA PTT No. 1 run time pace
Rest 3 Minutes

(3) 2 Rounds

Instep Stretch
Hip Flexor Stretch
Pigeon Stretch

Comments:
To find your interval time for today’s 400m repeats, use your 1.5 mile assessment time from SESSION 1’s DEA PTT and the MTI Running Calculator

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FRIDAY
SESSION 5
Obj: Push Ups, Sit Ups, 800m Repeats

Warm up:

4 Rounds

Run 100m
5x Push Ups
5x Sit Ups
Instep Stretch

Training:

(1) 6 Rounds

Push-Ups 35% of your Max Reps Scored on DEA PTT No. 1 Every 75 Seconds

(2) 6 Rounds

Sit-Ups 35% of your Max Reps Scored on DEA PTT No. 1 Every 75 Seconds

(3) 3 Rounds

800m Run @designated DEA PTT No. 1 run time pace
Rest 4 minutes

(3) 3 Rounds

Pigeon Stretch
Lat + Pec Stretch

Comments:

To find your interval times for today’s 800m repeats, use your 1.5 mile assessment time from SESSION 1’s DEA PTT No. 1 and the MTI Running Calculator

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Testimonials

3/7/22

Good afternoon. I’ve just finished week 3 of the DEA PTT plan, and have been real satisfied with the results. My weak areas for the test is running, and the training for this has been very helpful. I’ve improved on my interval times quite well, and have felt better doing them. The running training is something I will continue to implement in my fitness plan even after the training plan and test is complete. Thank you for the guidance, as I would’ve struggled to come up with a plan of attack by myself. Also it’s cool you are a prior Coastie! I’m one as well.

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"Wanted to let you know that I passed the dea pt test yesterday, and my final 300m time was 47s. tThanks for what you do, MTI will continue to be my go to for my training needs."

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"After failing the DEA ptt test, I Signed up for your dea program looking for some help. I want to thank you as it helped me pass. I am so thankful for this and I hope to keep in touch in the future."

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"A month ago I took DEA PTT and used my tried and true Army technique and just tried to gut through (I am a 280-290 guy so fairly confident). That test was a beast, and I failed miserably. After, I dropped out of 357 and into the MTI DEA Program in the month before my next text. (The plan is 6 weeks and I was only able to do 4, while on leave). The first test I got 6 total points with 43 S/U, 52 sec 300M, 34 P/U, 12:29 Run. A month later in 90+ degree heat 53 S/U, 45 sec 300m, 40 P/U, 10:59 Run with 19 points. Advice for other applicants: take the test seriously, have a game plan, and put in the work."

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