Barefoot Training PRO

Xplore Strength Training

Coach
DD Goodson

This 9-week barefoot training program is split into three progressive cycles that build a strong, stable, and resilient foundation from the ground up. Cycle 1 (Weeks 1–3) focuses on prep work and discovering the “tripod foot,” teaching you to feel and control key pressure points while activating and strengthening the intrinsic muscles of the foot. Cycle 2 (Weeks 4–6) centers on the Short Foot Series to develop foot stability, coordination, and power through foot-to-core sequencing—the process of efficiently transferring force and information from your feet, up through your legs, and into your core. Cycle 3 (Weeks 7–9) adds intent-loaded drills and low-amplitude hops to challenge the foot’s stabilizing muscles, tendons, and fascia to rapidly absorb and release force, building the stiffness, endurance, and resilience needed for explosive movement.

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Improved foot strength and stability
Stronger intrinsic foot muscles provide a more stable base for daily activity & performance; sprinting, cutting, and jumping.
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Increased resilience to injury
Stronger, stiffer foot and ankle tissues reduce the risk of common overuse injuries like plantar fasciitis or ankle sprains.
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Enhanced balance and coordination
Greater foot awareness and control improve agility and body positioning in daily activities and sport.
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Improved force transfer and efficiency
Foot-to-core sequencing helps athletes channel power from the ground up, increasing explosiveness & movement efficiency.
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Greater endurance in the lower legs
Improved muscular endurance in the foot and ankle supports sustained performance during long activities, competition or training sessions.
Features
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Programming 3 days per week
Up to 3 days of activation, strength, stability and skill work that’s challenging for athletes of any level or background. Week to week progressions!
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Exercise Video Guidance
Instructional videos to guide your practice and make execution easy
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Delivered through TrainHeroic
Sweating over a boring PDF is in the past. Your instructional program will push you, provide guidance, and keep you going longer, all through an app.
Equipment
Required
2.5 - 5 lb weight
Recommended
Medball 2-5 lb // PVC Pipe
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Sample Week
Week 1 of 9-week program
Sunday
Week 1 Day 1

A1

PlantarFlex Inversion to Eversion

2 x 5

A2

Half-Dorsi Inversion to Eversion

2 x 5

A3

Full-Dorsi Inversion to Eversion

2 x 5

B1

Ankle Rockers

2 x 10

B2

Toe Grabs

2 x 10

B3

Golf Swings (Pronation/Supination)

2 x 20

B4

Hula Hoop (4 Points)

2 x 20

C1

Tripod- SL Balance

2 x 20

C2

Tripod- Single Leg 1/4 Squat

2 x 5

C3

Tripod- Single Leg Half RDL

2 x 5

C4

Tripod- Side Lunge

2 x 5

D1

Heel Walk

2 x 10

D2

Toe Walk

2 x 10

Tuesday
Week 1 Day 3

A1

PlantarFlex Inversion to Eversion

2 x 5

A2

Half-Dorsi Inversion to Eversion

2 x 5

A3

Full-Dorsi Inversion to Eversion

2 x 5

B1

Ankle Rockers

2 x 10

B2

Toe Grabs

2 x 10

B3

Golf Swings (Pronation/Supination)

2 x 20

B4

Hula Hoop (4 Points)

2 x 20

C1

Tripod- SL Balance

2 x 20

C2

Tripod- Single Leg 1/4 Squat

2 x 5

C3

Tripod- Single Leg Half RDL

2 x 5

C4

Tripod- Side Lunge

2 x 5

D1

Heel Walk

2 x 10

D2

Toe Walk

2 x 10

Thursday
Week 1 Day 5

A1

PlantarFlex Inversion to Eversion

2 x 5

A2

Half-Dorsi Inversion to Eversion

2 x 5

A3

Full-Dorsi Inversion to Eversion

2 x 5

B1

Ankle Rockers

2 x 10

B2

Toe Grabs

2 x 10

B3

Golf Swings (Pronation/Supination)

2 x 20

B4

Hula Hoop (4 Points)

2 x 20

C1

Tripod- SL Balance

2 x 20

C2

Tripod- Single Leg 1/4 Squat

2 x 5

C3

Tripod- Single Leg Half RDL

2 x 5

C4

Tripod- Side Lunge

2 x 5

D1

Heel Walk

2 x 10

D2

Toe Walk

2 x 10

Coach
coach-avatar DD Goodson

DD is a NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist with 10 years of coaching experience and a former University of Colorado Buffaloes football athlete. He trains 150+ high school athletes and 5 Fire Department Academies across Colorado. An avid outdoorsman, he delivers elite performance training and prepares bodies for sport, service, and the Rocky Mountain wilderness.

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Strength Starts on the Ground

By training your foundation from the ground up, this program doesn’t just strengthen your feet—it unlocks more power, control, and resilience in every movement you make, giving you a competitive edge that lasts long after the 9 weeks are over.

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