One of the biggest challenges you face is being able to operate in tough terrain for long periods and still be functional enough to take a shot at your ideal target when the time comes. That means a lot of things have to happen: you have to be able to think clearly when tired in order to keep navigating and prevent yourself from getting hurt; you need to have the muscular endurance to keep pushing repeatedly against whatever the terrain throws at you; you need the muscular strength to carry your heavy loads; and you need a great oxygen system to not only operate at a higher altitude but to bring your heart rate down after the chase so you can relax and take that shot. MTNTOUGH “The Beast” workout covers all of those elements, and that is why it is one of our favorites to prepare for the backcountry.

Directions

Start a timer and perform the exercises in the order shown. Complete the prescribed distance or reps of the first exercise, then move on to the next exercise, resting as little as possible. See Training Level notes below to determine which level of difficulty is right for you.

6 Rounds of:

20 cal Row
10 Thrusters – Weighted*
5 Pull-ups
5 Toes-to-bar
5 Burpees
20 Front Rack Lunges – Weighted*

*Training Levels

Beginner Hunter Athlete

• Workout done as prescribed
• Recommended weight for Thruster – 20lb dumbbells
• Recommended weight for Front Rack Lunges – 50lb dumbbells

Intermediate Hunter Athlete

• Do 7 rounds for time
• Recommended weight for Thruster – 25lb dumbbells
• Recommended weight for Front Rack Lunges – 55lb dumbbells

Elite Hunter Athlete

• Do 9 rounds for time
• Recommended weight for Thruster – 30lb dumbbells
• Recommended weight for Front Rack Lunges – 60lb dumbbells

For more information on the rest of the Backcountry Hunter Program, visit MTNTOUGH.COM