Art of War Athletics

Multi-sport, Hockey, Field Sports, Football , Soccer, Strength & Conditioning, Functional Training, Baseball , Lacrosse
Coach
Mark Knisely

Features
4 sessions per week
Must use App app to view and log training
Program Training

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Bigger, Stronger, Faster
Gain Muscle, Build Strength and Develop Power with these tried and true methods. If your goal is to add size, strength and power while remaining as athletic as possible, this program was designed for you.
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No More Guesswork
One of the biggest obstacles for most athletes is deciding how to spend their time effectively in the gym. The OFF SZN removes all the guesswork and fluff when it comes to effective training. You will know exactly what to do and how to do it when it comes to all your workouts.
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Train like an Athlete
You are not a bodybuilder so quit training like one. Everything included in this program was done so with the goal of improved athletic performance in mind. You want to be a better athlete, so train like an athlete.
Features
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Access to your coaches
Coaches who will hold you accountable and provide the feedback you need to grow
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Programming 4 days per week
Daily strength, conditioning, and skill training that’s accessible and challenging for athletes of any level or background
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Exercise Video Guidance
Instructional videos to guide your practice and make execution easy
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Detailed, expert instruction
Coaches who will hold you accountable and provide the feedback you need to grow
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Delivered through TrainHeroic
Sweating over a lifeless PDF is so last year. Push harder, know better, and keep going longer, all through an app.
Equipment
Recommended
Barbell // Dumbbells // Kettlebells // Lifting Platform/Squat Rack // Bench // Pull-up Bar //  
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Sample Week
Week 1 of 13-week program
Monday
Lower

Standing Vertical Jump

A

Take 8-10 minutes and perform 4-5 sets of 4-5 standing vertical jumps. Simply jump as high as you can straight up and absorb/catch yourself when you land. Rinse and Repeat 4-5 times.

B

Back Squat

10, 8, 6 @ 60, 65, 70 %

C1

Single Leg RDL

3 x 8

C2

Bulgarian Split Squat

3 x 8

D1

Russian KB Swing

15, 20

D2

Split Jump

2 x 10

E

Hanging Leg Raise

3 x 10

Tuesday
Upper

Flying 10's

A

Flying Sprints * If you cannot sprint where you train (or close to it) perform these separately at another time! They are important and you MUST DO THEM! If you haven't sprinted in awhile start easy at 70% output. Don't go all out and blow a hammy. 8-10 sets of 10m (Jog/Build for 10-20m and then SPRINT for 10m as fast as possible) Rest as needed between sets.

B

Bench Press

10, 8, 6 @ 60, 65, 70 %

C1

1-Arm DB Row

3 x 8

C2

Alternating DB Bench Press

3 x 10

D1

Pull-Up

3 x MAX

D2

Close Grip Push-Up

3 x MAX

Extra Cred

E

2-3 Rounds: DB Hammer Curl - Max Rep Tricep Extension (band, DB, or machine) - Max Rep *Pick a weight that you can get 15-30 quality reps in each set. These should get spiritual.

Thursday
Lower

Standing Long Jump

A

Standing Long Jump: Take 8-10 minutes and perform 4-5 sets of 4-5 standing long jumps. Simply jump as far as you can and absorb/catch yourself when you land. Rinse and Repeat 4-5 times. Feel free to do these on single legs + both legs. Have fun with it and try and jump as far as you can.

B

Front Squat

4 x 6 @ 65 %

C1

Romanian Deadlift

3 x 8

C2

DB Reverse Lunge

3 x 8

D

Cossack Squat

2 x MAX

E

Calf Raise

2 x MAX

F

Isometric Lunge Hold

1 x 1:00

Friday
Upper

Kneeling Sprint

A

* If you cannot sprint where you train (or close to it) perform these separately at another time! They are important and you MUST DO THEM! If you haven't sprinted in awhile start easy at 70% output. Don't go all out and blow a hammy. Kneeling Start Sprint: 8-10 sets of 20m

B

Incline Bench Press

4 x 6 @ 65 %

C1

Chin-Up

3 x 10

C2

DB Z Press

3 x 10

D1

Inverted Row

3 x MAX

D2

Dip

3 x MAX

Extra Cred

E

2-3 Rounds: Barbell Curl - Max Rep (use the empty bar) Push-up - Max Rep - Rest 1-2 minutes between supersets -

Coach
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FAQs
How many training days a week?
4 (2 Lower + 2 Upper)
What do I need?
Just your standard gym equipment. Nothing fancy.
Do I have to Sprint?
Yes
The Proof
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