Ground Zero

  • Developed to prepare novice, untrained, and rusty athletes for our more intensive programming cycles for military and 1st responder personnel.
  • Includes 5 weeks of progressively difficult training utilizing bodyweight and loaded training sessions.
  • Designed to be individually scaled to meet your current level of fitness and/or daily schedule.

$29.00

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

This 5-week training program is structured for the individual intending to embark on a career in the military or law enforcement special operations (SWAT, BORTAC, SOG, etc.) and would like to build a solid base of fitness prior to their military or law enforcement training course.

BASIC ASSUMPTIONS

Going into this training protocol it can already be assumed that you are of sound health and are a relatively fit individual who has completed 3-5 months of our base/general fitness programming or who has at least 12-months of athletic training history. Training sessions are 4-5 times per week and it is best to complete this program 1-2 weeks out from your first scheduled PT or work capacity test. This protocol also assumes that you have some access to commercial gym equipment (squat rack, barbell, plates, dumbbells, etc.).

DISCLAIMER

The information presented in this work is by no way intended as medical advice or as a substitute for medical counseling. The information should be used in conjunction with the guidance and care of your physician. Consult your physician before beginning this program as you would with any other exercise or nutrition program. If you choose not to obtain the consent of your physician and/or work with your physician throughout the duration of your time using the recommendations in the program, you are agreeing to accept full responsibility for your actions.

By continuing with the program you recognize that despite all precautions on the part of Epoch Ascent, LLC, there are risks of injury or illness which can occur because of your use of the aforementioned information and you expressly assume such risks and waive, relinquish and release any claim which you may have against Epoch Ascent, LLC and its representatives, or its affiliates as a result of any future physical injury or illness incurred in connection with, or as a result of, the use or misuse of the program.

To complete this training plan, you’ll need access to a commercial gym complete with:

  • To complete this training plan, you’ll need access to a commercial gym complete with racks, barbells, plates, pull-up bar, dumbbells and/or kettlebells.

HOW LONG ARE THE TRAINING SESSIONS?

Around 60-75 minutes per training session in the gym. The endurance based training sessions vary, but should be completed in under 60 mins except for the occasional long hikes.

WHAT EQUIPMENT IS NEEDED FOR THIS PROTOCOL?

To complete this training plan, you’ll need access to a commercial gym complete with racks, barbells, plates, pull-up bar, and dumbbells and/or kettlebells.

HOW DO I KNOW IF I AM FIT ENOUGH TO START THIS PROTOCOL?

Whether you’re a “PT Stud” or fairly deconditioned individual, the majority of the training in this protocol is scalable to your specific ability level. If you’re still not sure then try out week 1 under the “sample training” tab. If you successfully complete this week of training then the follow-on weeks shouldn’t be extremely difficult to complete.

WHAT DOES “15/20/25#” MEAN?

This applies to the weight lifted and the first number is for average females, the second for average males/fit females, and the third is for strong/fit males.

WHY DO SOME OF THE SESSIONS SHOW 4-6 BLOCKS?

The range of blocks allows for each individual to scale session intensity and length based on the time they have available that day and fitness abilities.

WHAT IS YOUR ADVICE ON NUTRITION?

See out FAQ page for some of our basic guidelines concerning nutrition.

HOW SHOULD I TRAIN IF I CANNOT MAINTAIN A 5 ON, 2 OFF SCHEDULE?

It is ideal that you train 5 days in a row with 2 full days off for rest. If you miss a session for some reason, avoid skipping ahead and start again where you left off and complete the sessions in order throughout the plan. If you miss more than a few days in a training week you should start that training week from the beginning in order to get the most out of the training cycle.

I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS, WHERE CAN I HAVE THOSE ANSWERED?

Please email us at training@epochascent.com