Fire/Rescue “Big Cat” Training Packet
$199.00
- 5 Training Plans designed specifically for full time Urban Fire/Rescue athletes
- 35 weeks of mission direct fitness programming for tactical Fire/Rescue athletes. Cycles are 4 days/week, and each includes an unload week between cycles.
- 30% savings over purchasing the plans individually.
- You can purchase these plans together in this packet, individually, as well, all are included with an Athlete’s Subscription to the website.
Description
The MTI “Big Cat” Training Packet is composed of our 5 big cat training plans developed tactical training of full time Fire/Rescue athletes.
The “Big Cat” plans represent deploy the most recent iteration of our Fluid Periodization model where we train the 4 fitness attributes of a Fire/Rescue Athletes:
- 1) Relative Strength – strength per bodyweight
- 2) Work Capacity – horse power for short, intense, dangerous events
- 3) Chassis Integrity – mission-direct midsection training which transfers to the job
- 4) Tactical Agility – Tactical Speed, Explosive Power and Agility
This is Version 2 of the packet and plans, updated November, 2020.
5 Plans are included in this packet are designed as tactical training for fit, full time urban firefighters and other Fire/Rescue Athletes:
We recommend completing these plans in the order below:
Click on the links above to find a detail description for each plan, as well as finding the first week of training for each plan.
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
- Fully-equipped functional fitness gym including racks, barbells, bumper plates, plyo boxes, dumbbells or kettlebells, sandbags (40/60/80#).
- Sprinting area for sprints/shuttles up to 25m. These can be outside.
- 25# Weight Vest, SCBA or 25# backpack
- Stop watch with countdown interval timer.
COMMON QUESTIONS
What order should the plans be completed it?
We recommend the order listed above:
What Equipment is Required”
- Barbell, Rack, Plates and/or a Full set of Dumbbells or Kettlebells
- Sandbags: 40, 60, and 80 Pounds
- Flat Bench
- Bench/Box for Step Ups
- Parking Lot/Open Garage Bay for Sprints
- Turnout Gear
- Foam Roller
*** Note: Many of the weight training exercises in the plan can be completed with either a barbell and plates, or dumbbells/kettlebells. For example, if the session calls for power cleans, and your station doesn’t have a barbell/plates, you can substitute dumbbells and/or kettlebells and complete the dumbbell/kettlebell versions of the exercises. Be resourceful.
What if I miss a training day?
Ideally, you will train 4 days per week, and take 3 full days off for rest or active recovery. If for some reason miss a session, do not skip ahead. Start again where you left off and complete the sessions in order throughout the plan.
The programming is progressive – it builds upon itself – and the training sessions are designed to be completed in order.
Where do I find unfamiliar exercises?
See our Exercise Library HERE.
What about nutrition?
See our Nutritional Guidelines HERE.
Can I see sample training?
To see the first week of programming for each of these training plans click on the individual training plans below, and then click the “Sample Training” tab to see the entire first week of programming.
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.
How do I access the plan? Pdf? Online?
Plan access is online, via username and password.
Can I print out sessions to take to the gym?
Yes – you can print a week of programming at a time.
More questions? Email coach@mtntactical.com
The $169 price for this packet represents over a 30% savings over purchasing the plans individually and saves you $76!
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
- Fully-equipped functional fitness gym including racks, barbells, bumper plates, plyo boxes, dumbbells or kettlebells, sandbags (40/60/80#).
- Sprinting area for sprints/shuttles up to 25m. These can be outside.
- 25# Weight Vest, SCBA or 25# backpack
- Stop watch with countdown interval timer.