Just what the doctor Rx'd Workouts
Need a training program?
We have tens of training programs focusing on different aspects of the sport. If you are looking for additional challenge or to fix a weakness, check out our training programs!
Training programs-
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Endurance Workout
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AccessoryWOD Workout
3-4 sets for quality:
Pick one dumbbell or Kettlebell to use for all movements
20 Single Arm DB Overhead Squat (10 reps per arm)
10 Single Arm DB Shoulder to over head (5 reps per arm)
20 Alternating Goblet Cossack Squat
10 Single Arm Ring rows (5 reps per arm) -
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Long Interval Workout
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The Kaiada Workout
Day 1
Warm up:
- Full body static stretching
- Dynamic stretching
- 50 USMC crutches
- 8 Pull ups
- 15 minute run at 30-40% effortWorkout:
- 3 Mile Tempo Run
- Mile 1 50% effort
- Mile 2 60-70% effort
- Mile 3 80% effort
- Last 100 yards should be ran at 90% effortCool Down:
- Quarter mile walk
- Cold showerWhy the name?
Legend has it that when a child was born in Sparta a physician would conduct a thorough inspection of the newborn. Obsessed with creating the perfect soldiers, children who were deemed unfit for Spartan society due to deformity were carried into the mountains and thrown into a pit known as the "Kaiada."Today you begin your journey. The tempo run allows one to remain oblivious to time, yet completely focused on one's effort. Instead of time dictating your workout, you are in control. This control is displayed as you gradually increase effort you devote to this workout. Starting off at half speed and gradually increasing in effort will teach you the discipline of being able to control your pace and push yourself the extra mile. Running is as much a mental challenge as it is physical.
So reflect on your run today. Are you demonstrating self control; or starting off to fast? Are you truly unable to increase your effort; or do you simply not feel like it? If your mind wills it and you can honestly say that you did the workout to the best of your ability, you have survived the Kaiada.
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The Pankatias Workout
Day 2
Warm up
- 100 jumps using jump rope
- Full Body Stretching
- 50 USMC crutches
- 10 pull upsWork out
- Shadow Boxing (3 minutes)
- 1 minute walking rest
- Heavy Bag Striking (5 minutes)
- 1 minute walking rest
- 30-30-30 heavy-bag drill (3X)
- 30 seconds of moderate striking
- 30 seconds of speed striking with high knees
- 30 seconds of heavy striking
-1 minute walking rest
-Heavy Bag Striking (5 minutes)Cool down
-100 jumps
-10 minute jogAlthough Ancient Greek athleticism became a phenomena that allowed young men to become career athletes, the reason for such an emphasis on athleticism was to train soldiers for war. One of the more brutal games that were played was known as "Pankration." The object of the game was to beat your opponent as close to death as possible. Biting and eye gouging were prohibited, and killing your opponent would merit an automatic forfeit.
This program will not train you to become a professional Pankatias, but it does recognize the importance of cross-training. Even ancient runners would spar and employ training methods used by Pankatiasts. By training on a heavybag you will be able to complete a respectable core, endurance, and cardio workout without the strain and impact associated with running. Plus its fun!
Remember that this workout is meant to be used as a recovery workout. Every punch and kick you generate should stem from your core! Feel free to do an additional ab workout before the cool down as well.
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The Taygetos Workout
Day 3
Warm up:
- Full body static stretching
- Dynamic stretching
- 15 minute run at 30-40% effortWork Out:
- (6) Hill repeats @ Kohala Retreat CenterCool down:
- 5 minute walk
- cold showerWhy the name?
- The Taygetos is the highest mountain range in Greece, and is said to have been the final destination of Greek criminals, traitors, and captives. Though being sent to the hill country was a major punishment, you have chosen to take on the hill as an opportunity for greatness.Strength is integral to become a skilled runner, and obtaining it entails that you will feel a burn. Remember to focus on your form and kill the hill!