The MTI Podcast #26: MTI's Base Fitness Program Design Theory
Dec 11, 2024
Explore the foundational principles of base fitness programming tailored for tactical and mountain athletes. Discover how a balanced approach, combining various training techniques, can enhance performance. The importance of regular assessments to keep athletes engaged and progressing is highlighted. Delve into how these strategies help in achieving optimal fitness for demanding environments.
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Avoid Year-Round Event Training
- Don't train for a specific event all year round.
- Instead, develop a strong base fitness and then use focused event-specific training plans closer to the event.
Downsides of Event-Specific Training
- Continuously training for a specific event leads to plateaus and staleness.
- It can also create strength imbalances and neglect other essential fitness areas.
Base Fitness Design
- Base fitness training should be job- or sport-specific.
- It should train multiple fitness attributes concurrently, like strength, work capacity, and chassis integrity.