Build your mountain-ready foundation with MTNTOUGH Minimal Gear Foundation 2.0. Perfect for those who’ve completed Minimal Gear On-Ramp or intermediate athletes, this 4-week program masters fundamental movements to develop functional strength, mobility, and endurance using minimal gear. Designed for aspiring mountain athletes, it delivers 30-40 minute sessions, five days a week, to prepare you for rugged terrain. Follow head coach Sarah Maschino via video demonstrations and supporting PDFs, ensuring progressive training that readies you for tougher challenges.

Note: Ideal for beginners who’ve completed Minimal Gear On-Ramp or intermediate athletes. Repeat On-Ramp 1-2 times if this feels too challenging. Progress to “Minimal Gear Daily” or stand-alone minimal gear programs in the MTNTOUGH+ app.

FORMAT: Follow along and self guided workouts via supporting PDFs, accessible on any device via the MTNTOUGH+ app (other programs available in the app).

DURATION: Four-week program with five workouts per week (Monday through Friday).

WORKOUT LENGTHS: 30-40 minutes, including warmups, strength and mobility movements, and cool downs.

GEAR: Minimal setup—dumbbells, kettlebells, step-up box or sturdy cooler, pull-up bar, and backpack (home use).