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MTN tough fitness
Posted on 5/13/25 at 6:27 am
Posted on 5/13/25 at 6:27 am
Was listening to elk talk podcast on the way to work this morning and they had the MTN fitness guy on talking about the program and how much it helped Randy out.
Anyone done it, What was the takeaway anything earth shattering?
Currently doing hit training 3 times an week and a lot of running and have started mixing in weighted rucks as well as weighted stair climbs into fall prep.
Anyone done it, What was the takeaway anything earth shattering?
Currently doing hit training 3 times an week and a lot of running and have started mixing in weighted rucks as well as weighted stair climbs into fall prep.
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Posted on 5/13/25 at 6:49 am to Ol boy
I wouldn’t say earth shattering but it’s good programming. I did the free trial.
Must have a gym with a lot of equipment
Must have a gym with a lot of equipment
Posted on 5/13/25 at 7:28 am to Ol boy
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Currently doing hit training 3 times an week and a lot of running and have started mixing in weighted rucks as well as weighted stair climbs into fall prep.
You should be good if you're doing that. What altitude are you going to be at? That was the killer for me, I was in great cardio/hiking shape at sea level but once I got to 6 or 7k altitude I was cooked. I don't think there's an easy way to prepare for that at sea level. From what I've read some folks are just naturally more susceptible to it.
Posted on 5/13/25 at 7:59 am to Ol boy
I follow Mayhem Hunt, which is probably pretty damn close honestly. I know Rich Froning is sponsored by MTN Ops which is the company behind MTN Fitness. So there is probably some programming knowledge passed by him to their programming.
I haven't practically used it yet, as I'm using the programming for Tactical Games prep. But overall, all tactical/mountain/GPP training is roughly the same. Takes a lot of crossfit-y stuff but less of the non-real life movements (butterfly pullups, handstand pushups, barbell snatch) and emphasizes more carry (DB, Sandbag) and daily life functional movements.
Regardless, excellent programming in Mayhem Hunt as another option...I didn't like the layout/style of MTN Fitness personally. Plus Hunt is only $25 a month
I haven't practically used it yet, as I'm using the programming for Tactical Games prep. But overall, all tactical/mountain/GPP training is roughly the same. Takes a lot of crossfit-y stuff but less of the non-real life movements (butterfly pullups, handstand pushups, barbell snatch) and emphasizes more carry (DB, Sandbag) and daily life functional movements.
Regardless, excellent programming in Mayhem Hunt as another option...I didn't like the layout/style of MTN Fitness personally. Plus Hunt is only $25 a month
This post was edited on 5/13/25 at 8:00 am
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:00 am to Loup
It takes time to acclimate.
My suggestion, whatever you weigh now, drop 20-25lbs
I went from 6'1 205 to 180lbs prior to my last trip. You recover fast and your legs thank you
I run interval sprints and do weighted stair climbs OUTSIDE at lunch time all summer long leading up to mountain trips. Battling peak heat and humidity is the closest you can do to match low oxygen levels at altitude
My suggestion, whatever you weigh now, drop 20-25lbs
I went from 6'1 205 to 180lbs prior to my last trip. You recover fast and your legs thank you
I run interval sprints and do weighted stair climbs OUTSIDE at lunch time all summer long leading up to mountain trips. Battling peak heat and humidity is the closest you can do to match low oxygen levels at altitude
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:07 am to Loup
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You should be good if you're doing that. What altitude are you going to be at? That was the killer for me, I was in great cardio/hiking shape at sea level but once I got to 6 or 7k altitude I was cooked. I don't think there's an easy way to prepare for that at sea level. From what I've read some folks are just naturally more susceptible to
8500 or so. I hunted Col last year and base camp was 10500 and I was covering 7-10 miles some days and did pretty good but definitely saw where I needed to add more stair climbing to replicate what was burning me out. Full disclosure I was taking altitude rx and turmeric as well and a pile of electrolytes as well.
Really just curious kind of if they had some specific workouts or maybe what the majority of the program looked like that might be different from what I’m already doing.
This post was edited on 5/13/25 at 8:26 am
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:11 am to Ol boy
quote:Short answer, no
Really just curious kind of if they had some specific workouts or maybe what the majority of the program looked like that might be different from what I’m already doing.
They are selling a product that is currently hot in the social media hunting community.
If you know your way around a gym, you can figure this out. Don't train for size, train for endurance. Big muscles are heavy and take a lot of oxygen to fuel
Posted on 5/13/25 at 9:20 am to Ol boy
I don't mtn hunt but have a couple of buddies that do. They train all year for the mtn trips doing alot of what y'all are talking about. I'm curious if a breathing training training device like a powerlung would help with the altitude breathing. I free dived some years ago and remembered seeing these devices for expanding lung capacity and was curious if anyone had tried it for mtn hunting or if y'all think it would help.
Posted on 5/13/25 at 9:33 am to mylsuhat
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Don't train for size, train for endurance. Big muscles are heavy and take a lot of oxygen to fuel
Yeah the hit training has definitely improved and changed my attitude towards endurance. When I first started I had only focused on typical weight training exercises such as flat benching 3 sets of 10.
First time I ever ran 1/4 mile then had to bench 25 pound dumbbells on a stability ball then do burpees I was dying and begging to just bench 225.
Posted on 5/13/25 at 10:14 am to Ol boy
What you're doing you should be just fine, but with that said, I have been using the app the past couple years and really enjoy it. I workout year round but come May I start their "pre season prep" program and have had zero issues the past 2 Septembers in CO hunting between 6-8k elevation. They also have other programs that you don't need a full gym for that are great if I'm out of town or can't make it to the gym that day. Added bonus is Mrs. Pain likes their "coached" videos where she just has to follow along with them
Posted on 5/13/25 at 4:27 pm to Ol boy
Ive had a subscription for awhile now. They have a ton of options. Their flagship programs like pre season prep and all require a decent amount of equipment and time but the kettlebell diesel, sandbag 20, minimal gear daily, yoga, etc are all killer exercises with nothing but a few pieces of equipment.
A few years ago, they only really had their flagship programs and the beginner programs but now they have a ton of options and a lot of them are video guided and capped at 45 minutes. The unguided flagship programs are an arse kicker.
It is nothing earth shattering but it will make you do some stuff that youd never do on your own like, bulgarian split squats, cossack squats, goblet squats, hip strengthening exercises, different kinds of planks, and stretching. Those variety of movements I feel make you more stable and durable.
It sounds like you are working pretty hard, I dont think a hunt at 8500 feet will be a problem. Theres a difference between surviving it and being ready to rock every morning, any additional fitness or strength you can gather will be appreciated im sure. Keep in mind, your fitness level will absolutely not matter if you have boots or a pack that are rubbing you raw.
A few years ago, they only really had their flagship programs and the beginner programs but now they have a ton of options and a lot of them are video guided and capped at 45 minutes. The unguided flagship programs are an arse kicker.
It is nothing earth shattering but it will make you do some stuff that youd never do on your own like, bulgarian split squats, cossack squats, goblet squats, hip strengthening exercises, different kinds of planks, and stretching. Those variety of movements I feel make you more stable and durable.
It sounds like you are working pretty hard, I dont think a hunt at 8500 feet will be a problem. Theres a difference between surviving it and being ready to rock every morning, any additional fitness or strength you can gather will be appreciated im sure. Keep in mind, your fitness level will absolutely not matter if you have boots or a pack that are rubbing you raw.
Posted on 5/13/25 at 6:27 pm to bigbuckdj
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is nothing earth shattering but it will make you do some stuff that youd never do on your own like, bulgarian split squats, cossack squats, goblet squats, hip strengthening exercises, different kinds of planks, and stretching. Those variety of movements I feel make you more stable and durable
Appreciate the info,, yeah the hit classes I’m currently doing has all those movements throughout the week as well as things I would never have done cus they looked gehi (boso ball and dead bugs)
As for the boots (whites and Solomon) pack is ebrelstock they both have numerous hunts and miles and are comfortable and broke in even though the boots and pack are not the lightest. I swore last year at 10.5k ft I was going to put all my gear on ozempic but have just decided to keep rocking it a few more years. My replacement gear going forward I will constantly try to shave ozs.
Posted on 5/13/25 at 8:39 pm to Ol boy
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I would never have done cus they looked gehi (boso ball and dead bugs)
Unless you just want to workout in your garage instead of your classes, doesn’t sound like you’ll gain much.
Not getting blisters and preparing in May instead of August is going to put you ahead of most. Keep after it.
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