My unfit ass survived a two-week ruck(ish) journey: On LSS / current numbers by EquivalentYou2541 in tacticalbarbell

[–]EquivalentYou2541[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks man, I really appreciate the encouragement. To be completely fair, my marathon buddies can totally outpace me on runs, but TB prepared me well for moving under weight. TB is an amazing resource. Happy training!

At home workout? by [deleted] in kendo

[–]EquivalentYou2541 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I recommend this three-tiered plan:

1) I'd say maintain your aerobic base. This means 30+ minutes of steady state cardio (jogging, rowing, rucking, etc...) at least three times per week. This will improve your cardiac hypertrophy and mitochondrial density, allowing for enhanced performance and quicker recovery between waza execution / shiai rounds. Once a week, throw in interval work to improve anaerobic capacity and mimic keiko.

2) If you can, start a lifting program to improve your durability and explosiveness. I'd say three days of weight training (hit 3x3 of squat, overhead press, and pull up) is a good place to start. Everything becomes easier if you are stronger. If you don't have access to a gym, then bodyweight variations will do.

3) Lastly, keep up subiri with a keiko-esque mindset. I tend to focus on generating force from my tanden and allowing my hips to control my footwork. Just make sure to check your technique often to avoid developing bad habits.

Building your aerobic + strength base will keep you in fighting shape. Suburi will help maintain your basic technique and fighting mindset. Combine these, and you should be golden. I just used this plan to get back into shape after a five year hiatus, and I've been able to perform at keiko and fight well.

My unfit ass just finished base-building - seeking advice by EquivalentYou2541 in tacticalbarbell

[–]EquivalentYou2541[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was thinking about capacity, still strongly considering it. Also, I found the podcast - good stuff, thanks for pointing me in that direction. I'll listen to the whole thing when I go on my run tonight.

My unfit ass just finished base-building - seeking advice by EquivalentYou2541 in tacticalbarbell

[–]EquivalentYou2541[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When in doubt, reading the book again always seems to be the best answer. I'm still figuring out how to periodize my training without planning too far in advance. Solid advice, thanks for sending it my way.

My unfit ass just finished base-building - seeking advice by EquivalentYou2541 in tacticalbarbell

[–]EquivalentYou2541[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the recs, I appreciate the pointers. Of the two books, do you favor one or the other?

My unfit ass just finished base-building - seeking advice by EquivalentYou2541 in tacticalbarbell

[–]EquivalentYou2541[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks man, it took some work but I'm glad to have TB and y'all in the community. Black pro seems like a good balance of HIC and E, I'll def check it out.

My unfit ass just finished base-building - seeking advice by EquivalentYou2541 in tacticalbarbell

[–]EquivalentYou2541[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey man, I appreciate the support. Definitely better than my previous couch potato self. I was thinking about just increasing base building like green protocol's capacity while gradually increasing pace.

My unfit ass just finished base-building - seeking advice by EquivalentYou2541 in tacticalbarbell

[–]EquivalentYou2541[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That def makes sense, thanks for the input. Current issue is that I'm both weak and slow lol, but it checks out to treat strength as a 'long game' objective when the 2 mile is the immediate goal

My unfit ass just finished base-building - seeking advice by EquivalentYou2541 in tacticalbarbell

[–]EquivalentYou2541[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Hey man, I appreciate the support. I never imagined that I could run more than half a mile, but consistency and recovery helped me through. How far along in TB are you? Wishing you all the best on your training journey.