Fitness Programs

[aks]

I'm wondering people's thoughts on fitness programs. Specifically ones designed for hunters.
What do you all like about these fitness programs?
What do you hate about them?
What would you like to see?
What would you actually PAY for when it comes to fitness programs?

I'm asking from a personal trainers point of view. Let's just say I can no longer stand typical gym culture and I'm looking for other adventures.

Thanks to anyone who replies

 

[dirtshooter]

I used chatgpt to create a program for me after I told it the movements I wanted and equipment I had at home. Honestly it worked pretty good and was free haha

 

[realunlucky]

I enjoy the mtntough workouts, lots of options to find one that will work for you.

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[Maverick1]

Really, it has to be a year-round approach, and multiple programs to follow the seasons and time of year.

Sept: elk hunting

Late September and October: workout: recovery workout 1, whole body

November: workout: deer hunting. Minimal time, whole body workout 2.

December - March: off-season program 1, workout 3

April - August: workout: mountain preparation program, workout 4.

 

[*zap*]

I would pay nothing for a fitness program.
Gym culture is what it is, don't bother me.
Leave me alone or inject yourself into my world and then you will have to deal with me.
Train aerobic capacity, aerobic endurance, vo2max, actual strength & agility plus hike & ruck. Simple.
70 yoa.

 

[peterk123]

I'm 59 years old so I need to stay active in order to chase animals in the fall.

I do basic weight training, using light weights but doing the exercise until failure. That way I don't risk injury, but still build strength. Some of my exercises mimick motions out in the field. You know, like getting an 80 pound pack on your back and being able to still stand up. We hike year round. It might be scouting, or might be trying to find rabbits or a coyote. I also enjoy activities like mountain biking and skiing. Point is, I can't stop. If I do I'm screwed.

I don't subscribe to any programs. There's really no need. We are hunting, not training to be navy seals. Honestly, hiking while having something on your back is probably the single best thing you can do.

 

[justinspicher]

I make mine own up, using a day of pushups/pull-ups and a day of kb swings/goblet squats. I also try to walk daily with a pack and a rifle. Living in the mountains helps.

 

[Anye425]

Mtn Tough is epic, but is you are wanting a more personalized program - my focus with my coaching for clients is driven towards outdoorsmen and women for personalized programs if you so choose.
Otherwise, an over all solid strength and condition program is great! Focus on strength, mobility, and muscular endurance to keep yourself ready to rock the mountain!
You want strength as well as joint health for sure!

 

[TrailDog]

+1 for asking Chat GPT...its amazing. My wife is on a 30 week triathalon training program courtesy of Chat GPT, and I have a 5-day "mtn tough-ish" program also from Chat GPT, it's awesome.

 

[Quentin01]

I'm wondering people's thoughts on fitness programs. Specifically ones designed for hunters.
What do you all like about these fitness programs?
What do you hate about them?
What would you like to see?
What would you actually PAY for when it comes to fitness programs?

I'm asking from a personal trainers point of view. Let's just say I can no longer stand typical gym culture and I'm looking for other adventures.

Thanks to anyone who replies

I used to get all my programs online or from ChatGPT, but I eventually got bored with the static nature of typical gym workouts—honestly, I just get restless during the breaks. What really frustrates me is the conflicting advice on technique; every ‘expert’ and even AI says something different, making it hard to know what’s right when you're starting out. I’m definitely willing to pay for quality, especially when I see trainers ignoring clients to chat or sit on their phones—that’s just unprofessional.

Right now, I’ve shifted my focus to CrossFit because it actually keeps me engaged and prepares me for real-world tasks, and I only use the gym now to supplement specific muscle groups. If you can offer that kind of high-energy, functional 'adventure' with a real focus on proper technique, you’ll definitely find people willing to pay.

 

[madtinker]

I do Mike Prevosts free rucking program. I use stuff from “Convict Conditioning” and “Starting Strength” to help with the strength portion. I pay for books (and I buy used whenever possible), but I would not pay for a program. Knowledge (a book) will let me tailor my program to my own needs as I progress.