
Introduction to the Cycle
The Fundamental Cycle is a key phase in the program, introducing core elements for short sprints. Weekly structure changes, such as moving alactate power to Day 1 and alactate capacity to Day 3, while removing aerobic power and lactate capacity, focus solely on lactate capacity on Day 6.
The cycle includes two plyometric modules on Days 1 and 5 and introduces overhead explosive lifts and speed strength. Day 5 is dedicated to ultra-fast gym movements, along with lateral exercises. Expect three intense weeks, requiring high physical and neurological energy.
Prioritize recovery on Days 4 and 7, which are rest days.
02FUND-W26 (Load)
Day 01
Plyometrics
PLYO-02FUND
Box Jump:
BW, 2x 6, 2'R
Landing Box Height: Slightly above Knee Height
Drop Jump:
BW, 2x 6, 2'R
Drop Box Height: Mid Calf
Landing Box Height: Slightly above Knee Height
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Focus on maximum explosive intent for each repetition. This module serves as activation after the weekend, before moving into acceleration work.
Acceleration Development
AD-100-02FUND
-- Block 1:
Sledge: Track, Spikes, 3P
3x 20m, 2'R
Block Start: Track, Spikes, Blocks
3x 20m, 2'/6'R
-- Block 2:
Sledge: Track, Spikes, 3P
2x 20m, 3'R
Block Start: Track, Spikes, Blocks
2x 20m, 3'R
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Sledge Load determined by time target as in Reference Table:
Sledge Targets by Period: 02FUND
Perceived Effort: 9/10
Alactate Power
ALP-100-02FUND
Track, Spikes, Drop-in
3x 40m, 4'30"R
(15m + 25m fly)
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Perceived Effort: 9/10
The goal of these runs is to create 15 meters of aggressive and efficient acceleration, then transition into the remaining space by taking advantage of the generated speed and focusing on lightness and action frequency.
Day 02
Velocity
VEL-02FUND
BB Push Press [1:0:X:1]:
@30%BW, 3x 4, 3'R
MAX STRENGTH
MS-02FUND
BB Front or Back Squat [1:0:X:1]:
@75% 1RM BB Front or Back Squat, 1x 4, 1'R
@80% 1RM BB Front or Back Squat, 1x 3, 2'R
@85% 1RM BB Front or Back Squat, 1x 2, 3'R
@90% 1RM BB Front or Back Squat, 1x 1, 4'R
BB Romanian Deadlift [0:0:X:0]:
@75% 1RM BB Deadlift, 1x 4, 1'R
@80% 1RM BB Deadlift, 1x 3, 2'R
@85% 1RM BB Deadlift, 1x 2, 3'R
@90% 1RM BB Deadlift, 1x 1, 4'R
BB Bench Press [1:0:X:0]:
@85% 1RM BB Bench Press, 3x 4, 3'R
--superset--
Push-up [1:0:X:0]
@BW, 3x 4
BB Bent Over Row [1:0:X:1]:
@65% 1RM BB Bench Press, 3x 4, 3'R
--superset--
Pull-up [1:0:X:0]
@BW, 3x 4
Day 03
Hops & Bounds
HB-02FUND
Grass, Flats
Single Frog Jump:
x4, 2'R
50m Alt. Bounds
x2, 4'R
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In these long bounds, the goal is not maximum distance covered but developing a good feel for applying force to the ground with each contact.
Alactate Capacity
ALC-100-02FUND
Track, Flats, 2P
4x 60m, 2'30"R
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Perceived Effort: 6/10
Track, Flats, 2P
3x 80m, 3'30"R
2x 100m, 4'30"R
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Perceived Effort: 8/10
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All the runs in this module can be run both on straightaways and curves, in either the competition direction or the opposite direction.
Day 04
Rest day
Day 05
Multi Throws
MT-02FUND
04 Double Crossed SL Press: 3x 4x side, 1'R
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Med-Ball weight:
Women: 2 to 4kg
Men: 4 to 7kg
Focus on Strength. Med-ball should feel mid-heavy.
To view the exercises, click on this link to access the Scirocco TF exercise library: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLlFTn6k6Ki7xCpL35OTda3QVBdlGZ26TS
Plyometrics
PLYO-02FUND
Straight Leg Hops:
BW, 4x 10 wickets (5 feet distance), 2'R
Bounces over Hurdles:
BW, 3x 5 hurdles (6 feet distance), 2'R
Hurdles Height: 50cm to 76cm
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Flat foot contact, good height and intensity of every jump.
Speed-Strength
SPST-02FUND
BB 1/2 Squat Jump [0:0:X:0]:
@45% 1RM BB Back Squat, 3x 6, 1'R
--superset--
BW Split Squat Cycle Jump:
@BW, 3x 6x side, 3'R
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This entire workday has a very low volume because the focus must be entirely on producing movements executed at maximum speed and power. It is the first day within the program that demands consistent maximum effort in execution.
Day 06
Lactate Capacity
LC-100-02FUND
Track, Flats, 2P
1x maximum distance covered in 25”, 6’30”R
1x 250m, 10'R
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Perceived Effort: 8/10
Track, 2P, Spikes
1x 150m, 10'R
1x 120m
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Perceived Effort: 9/10
Day 07
Rest day
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