Max Effort Strength + 1-Mile Run Training Plan
$59.00
- 7-Week, 6 days/week training plan specifically designed to increase or maintain Max Effort Strength (Back Squat, Bench Press, Deadlift) while concurrently training to improve your 1-mile Run Speed.
- Intense, efficient strength programming based on MTI’s Density progression methodology.
- This training plan is one of the 450+ Plans included with an Athlete’s Subscription.
Description
This 7-Week, 6 day/week training plan is designed specifically to increase or maintain 1-Repetition Max (1RM) strength for the Back Squat, Bench Press and Dead Lift while concurrently training running fitness – specifically your 1-mile run time. You will also train to increase your max number of strict Pull Ups.
Please note that in general, research has shown that endurance programming negatively effects strength, but that strength programming does not negatively effect endurance.
This plan is the result of several requests from soldiers and other tactical athletes who have taken up power lifting, but have seen a subsequent decline in their running fitness as well as civilan and other athletes who want to concurrently train strength and running fitness.
This is Version 1 of the plan, designed in September 2023.
FITNESS ATTRIBUTES
Strength Programming
This training program deploys MTIs Density Strength Progression, which deploys 1RM assessments for the Back Squat, Bench Press and Dead Lift, as well as a max rep effort for Pull Up, and follow-on percentage-based progressions based on your most recent assessment results. Over the years we’ve found Density progression and intense, and efficient method for improving or maintaining strength.
By using beginning and mid-cycle assessments, and assessment-based follow-on progressions, this training plan automatically “scales” to the incoming strength of the individual athletes, and through the mid-cycle assessment, continues to push him/her through the entire 7 weeks of programming.
Run Programming
The running programming in this plan revolves around a 1-mile run assessment, and individually-scaled follow on speed over ground intervals. For the speed over ground intervals, you’ll run threshold 400m intervals, 2-days/week. The interval paces are scaled to your individual, incoming running speed/fitness. As well, the plan deploys a mid-cycle, 1-mile run reassessment, so it continues to push you as your running fitness improves. On Saturdays, you’ll complete an easy-paced 4-6 mile run.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE
Training Week
Ideally, you will train Monday through Friday, and take Saturday and Sunday as full rest days. If for some reason you cannot keep this schedule, do not skip any sessions, do them exactly in order as they are designed.
- Monday: Strength Assessment or Strength Progression
- Tuesday: 1-Mile Run Assessment, or 400m Run Intervals
- Wednesday: Short Work Capacity, Chassis Integrity
- Thursday: Strength Progression
- Friday: Run Intervals
- Saturday: Easy Pace, 4-6 mile run.
- Sunday: Full Rest
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
- Stopwatch and track or known 400m and 1-mile distances
- Barbells, Plates, Rack and Bench for Back Squat, Bench Press and Dead Lift
- Pull Up Bar for Pull Ups
COMMON QUESTIONS
How long should the training session take?
In general, all sessions should take approximately 60 minutes to complete – excpect Saturday’s Easy Run Effort, which may push beyond 60 minutes.
Why are there two numbers listed for the exercises with assigned loads?
The lower weight is the prescribed weight for women, and the higher is for men, for example, Barbell Complex @ 45/65# means women use 45# and men use 65#.
What if I can’t make the prescribed reps for the strength exercises, or the prescribed interval times for the interval runs?
Do your best, and be sure to do the total number of rounds, even if you can’t make the reps or the time. If necessary for the strength exercises, it’s okay to break the sets and/or increase the interval as needed to complete the required reps and load.
What if I miss a day?
Begin where you left off when you return to training. This program is progressed – each session builds upon the prior session – so don’t skip a session or skip around. Follow the training sessions in order, regardless.
Where do I find unfamiliar exercises?
See our Exercise Library HERE. The Run/Ruck Calculator is listed as an exercise.
What about nutrition?
See our Nutritional Guidelines HERE.
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
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 and track or known 1-mile and 400m distances
- Barbells, Plates, Rack and Bench for Back Squat, Bench Press and Dead Lift
- Pull Up Bar for Pull Ups
- Foam Roller
Sample Training
Below is the first week of programming from the plan:
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MONDAY
SESSION 1
Obj: Strength Assessment
Warm up:
3 Rounds
- Barbell Complex @ 45/65#
- 6x Hand Release Push Ups
- Instep Stretch
- 5x Shoulder Dislocates
Training:
(1) Work up to 1RM Back Squat
(2) Work up to 1RM Bench Press
(3) Work up to 1RM Dead Lift
(4) Max Rep Pull Ups
RECORD RESULTS
(5) Foam Roll Legs, Low Back
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TUESDAY
SESSION 2
Obj: Run Assessment
Warm up:
4 Rounds
- 10x Squats
- 10x Push Ups
- 5x Walking Lunges
- Run 100m
- Instep Stretch
Training:
(1) Run 1 Mile for Time
RECORD FINISH TIME
(2) 2 Rounds
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WEDNESDAY
SESSION 3
Obj: Work Capacity, Chassis Integrity
Warm Up:
3 Rounds
- 5x In-Place Lunges
- 10x Push Ups
- 10x Face Down Back Extensions
- Instep Stretch
- 5x Shoulder Dislocates
Training:
(1) 9 Minute AMRAP (As Many Rounds as Possible)
- 5x Sandbag Getup @ 40/60#
- 3x 40-Foot Prone to Sprint
- Walk back to Start/Sandbag
(2) 4 Round Grind ....
- 10x Weighted Sit Ups @ 25/35#
- 20/20 Kneeling Founder
- Hip Flexor Stretch
(3) Foam Roll Legs, Low Back.
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THURSDAY
SESSION 4
Obj: Strength
Warm up:
3 Rounds
- Barbell Complex @ 45/65#
- 6x Hand Release Push Ups
- Instep Stretch
- 5x Shoulder Dislocates
Training:
(1) 8x Back Squat @ 50% 1RM, then …. 6x Back Squat @ 70% 1RM, then ….
5 Rounds, Every 90 Seconds:
- 4x Back Squat @ 80% 1RM
(2) 8x Bench Press @ 50% 1RM, then .... 6x Bench Press @ 70% 1RM, then ….
5 Rounds, Every 90 Seconds:
- 4x Bench Press @ 80% 1RM
(3) 8x Dead Lift @ 50% 1RM, then … 6x Dead Lift @ 70% 1RM, then …
5 Rounds, Every 90 Seconds:
- 4x Dead Lift @ 80% 1RM
(4) 5 Rounds, Every 90 Seconds
30% Max Rep Pull Ups
(5) Foam Roll Legs, Low Back
Comments:
Use your SESSION 1 Strength Assessment results to calculate today’s loading for the Back Squat, Bench Press and Dead Lift, and the reps for the Pull Ups.
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FRIDAY
SESSION 5
Obj: Run - Speed over Ground Intervals
Warm up:
4 Rounds
- 10x Squats
- 10x Push Ups
- 5x Walking Lunges
- Run 100m
- Instep Stretch
Training:
(1) 4 Rounds
Run 400m at the “400m Interval Pace” using your SESSION 2, 1-Mile Run Time and the MTI Running Calculator
Rest 3 Minutes between efforts.
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(2) 2 Rounds
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SATURDAY
SESSION 6
Obj: Easy Run
Training:
(1) Run 4 Miles @ Easy Pace.
"Easy" = you can speak in full sentences while moving.
If you have a heart rate monitor, run no faster than 180-Age in BPM. So ... if you're 35 years old, 180-35 = 145. Run no faster than 145 BPM on your heart rate monitor.
(2) Foam Roll Legs, Low Back
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