Building The Brakes 2.0

Matthew Ibrahim

Field Sports, Power Sports , Multi-sport, Youth Sports, Basketball
Coach
Matthew Ibrahim

How would you feel if I told you that you’re leaving gains on the table in your training program?

If your goal is to build elite deceleration and athleticism in just 6 weeks, then this program is for you!

The best athletes in the world possess the ability to stop on a dime, change direction and express power at lightning-speed - and - so can you.

Building The Brakes 2.0 is a 6-week training program where you’ll get after it 3 days each week.

It’s time to lock in, focus and get results. Are you ready?

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Build The Brakes
Decelerate like Barry Sanders so that you can change direction with lightning-fast speed.
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Harness Your Power
React quickly like Michael Jordan so that you can blow past your competition with world-class explosiveness.
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Gain Strength & Durability
Master eccentric strength training to generate more force and remain durable like Lebron James.
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Proven Training Program
Gain access to a proven training program that has been championed by thousands of athletes around the world.
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40+ Exercise Videos
You’ll have direct access to 40+ demo exercise videos so that you can master technique and execute each move with precision.
Features
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Access to Detailed Coaching
Each training session is packed with detailed coaching notes so that you can crush your program and get results.
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Programming 3 days per week
Training sessions 3x each week for a 6-week period to keep you focused on improving performance.
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Exercise Video Guidance
Instructional training videos with exercise demonstrations to help you eliminate guesswork and execute with ease.
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Prepare Your Body for Competition
Strengthen your body with power and durability to blow past your competition on game day.
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Delivered through TrainHeroic
Training through a PDF is old school. Lock in and stay focused with the TrainHeroic app on your phone.
Equipment
Required
Barbell & Plates // Squat Rack // Trap Bar // Pull-Up Bar // Dumbbells // Kettlebells // Bands // Medicine Ball
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Sample Week
Week 1 of 6-week program
Sunday
Week 1 Day 1

A1

Heels-Up 1-Leg Bridge Iso w/ Knee Drive Iso

2 x 8

A2

Foam Roller Long Bridge Iso w/ Sprinter Iso

2 x 8

A3

Floor Knees Bent Copenhagen Plank

2 x 8

A4

Heels-Up Wall Sit

2 x 8

A5

Heels-Up Split Squat Iso

2 x 8

B1

Alternating Spiderman to Walking Inchworm

2 x 3

B2

Yoga Pike w/ Alternating Toe Tap

2 x 3

B3

Squat Rack Kang Squat

2 x 3

B4

Forward Extensive Pogo Jump

2 x 8

B5

Lateral Extensive Pogo Jump

2 x 8

C1

DB Rhythmic Drop Into Reverse Lunge w/ Stick

3 x 3

C2

Band Standing Power Punch w/ Stick

3 x 4

D1

DB Reactive Squat Jump

3 x 3

D2

MB Half Kneel Follow-Through Slam

3 x 3

E1

Barbell Power Step-Up

3 x 6

E2

Ab Wheel Tall Kneel Roll-Out

3 x 10

F1

DB Chest Supported Row w/ 3s Eccentric

3 x 10

F2

DB Hand Supported Ipsilateral 1-Leg RDL w/ 3s Eccentric

3 x 8

G1

DB Seated Heel Raise (2 DB’s)

1 x 10

G2

RFE Half Kneel Hip Flexor Stretch w/ 1-Arm Overhead Reach

1 x 20

G3

Alternating Yoga Plex

1 x 3

G4

Band Cat-Cow

1 x 8

Tuesday
Week 1 Day 3

A1

Heels-Up 1-Leg Bridge Iso w/ Knee Drive Iso

2 x 8

A2

Foam Roller Long Bridge Iso w/ Sprinter Iso

2 x 8

A3

Floor Knees Bent Copenhagen Plank

2 x 8

A4

Heels-Up Wall Sit

2 x 8

A5

Heels-Up Split Squat Iso

2 x 8

B1

Alternating Spiderman to Walking Inchworm

2 x 3

B2

Yoga Pike w/ Alternating Toe Tap

2 x 3

B3

Squat Rack Kang Squat

2 x 3

B4

Forward Extensive Pogo Jump

2 x 8

B5

Lateral Extensive Pogo Jump

2 x 8

C1

Depth Drop to 1-Leg Stick

3 x 3

C2

MB Half Kneel Chop & Stop

3 x 5

D1

Half Kneel Reactive Skater Hop w/ Stick

3 x 3

D2

Band Assisted Continuous Plyo Push-Up

3 x 5

E1

Landmine Zercher Leaning Curtsy Lunge w/ Knee Drive

3 x 6

E2

Band Tall Kneel Sword Chop

3 x 10

F1

Barbell Bench Press w/ 3s Eccentric

3 x 8

F2

DB Goblet Slant Board Squat w/ 3s Eccentric

3 x 10

G1

DB Seated Heel Raise (2 DB’s)

1 x 10

G2

RFE Half Kneel Hip Flexor Stretch w/ 1-Arm Overhead Reach

1 x 20

G3

Alternating Yoga Plex

1 x 3

G4

Band Cat-Cow

1 x 8

Thursday
Week 1 Day 5

A1

Heels-Up 1-Leg Bridge Iso w/ Knee Drive Iso

2 x 8

A2

Foam Roller Long Bridge Iso w/ Sprinter Iso

2 x 8

A3

Floor Knees Bent Copenhagen Plank

2 x 8

A4

Heels-Up Wall Sit

2 x 8

A5

Heels-Up Split Squat Iso

2 x 8

B1

Alternating Spiderman to Walking Inchworm

2 x 3

B2

Yoga Pike w/ Alternating Toe Tap

2 x 3

B3

Squat Rack Kang Squat

2 x 3

B4

Forward Extensive Pogo Jump

2 x 8

B5

Lateral Extensive Pogo Jump

2 x 8

C1

Band Lateral Close-Out w/ Release to Skater Hop & Stick

3 x 3

C2

Band Standing Rotational 1-Arm Power Punch w/ Windup

3 x 3

D1

Band Resisted Broad Jump

3 x 3

D2

Landmine Standing 1-Arm Split Jerk

3 x 3

E1

Trap Bar Kickstand Deadlift

3 x 5

E2

Band Side Plank w/ Ipsilateral Crunch

3 x 8

F1

Pull-Up w/ 3s Eccentric

3 x 8

F2

DB Goblet Elevated Lateral Squat w/ 3s Eccentric

3 x 8

G1

DB Seated Heel Raise (2 DB’s)

1 x 10

G2

RFE Half Kneel Hip Flexor Stretch w/ 1-Arm Overhead Reach

1 x 20

G3

Alternating Yoga Plex

1 x 3

G4

Band Cat-Cow

1 x 8

Coach
coach-avatar Matthew Ibrahim

As a Strength & Conditioning Coach, College Professor of Exercise Science and Ph.D. student in Human and Sport Performance, Matthew Ibrahim has a demonstrated history of working in the athletic performance setting since 2007. His work has been featured in the NSCA, Perform Better, Sports Academy, EXOS inside Google Headquarters, Stanford University and Duke University.

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FAQs
Is this training program made for any specific sport?
This 6-week training program was designed for athletes at all levels, in all sports and from all walks of life.
How long will each workout take?
Each workout was designed to last 45-60 minutes in total from start to finish.
How and when should I use this training program?
I’d recommend using this 3-day-per-week program as your standalone, primary training program over the next 6 weeks.
How should I complete the 3 workouts on a weekly basis?
For best results, I would recommend completing Day 1 on Monday, Day 2 on Wednesday and Day 3 on Friday. Another option would be to complete Day 1 on Tuesday, Day 2 on Thursday and Day 3 on Saturday.
How should I recover between training days?
Make sure to get your steps in by walking, getting quality sleep at night and taking care of your nutrition/hydration so that your body feels fresh and recovered between training sessions.
The Proof
verified-athlete-avatar Gareth Sapstead

Coach | The Fitness Maverick

Verified Athlete

"In BTB 2.0, Matthew Ibrahim provides a fully comprehensive system of training to build and bulletproof your body for anything you want to throw at it. I’d highly recommend it to all my athletes."

verified-athlete-avatar Meghan Callaway

Coach | Meghan Callaway Fitness

Verified Athlete

"If you are looking for a comprehensive training program to use, I recommend checking out BTB 2.0. Matthew is a fantastic coach, and I have no doubt that any product he releases will be a great resource for athletes of all levels."

verified-athlete-avatar Tommaso Mazzia

Coach | Fitfam Sport & Conditioning

Verified Athlete

"BTB 2.0 is a fantastic resource if you want to play and perform at the next level. This program is easy to follow and Matt does a great job explaining every exercise. I already knew Matt’s program was going to be great and it’s delivering exactly what I was expecting."

Building The Brakes 2.0