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Hybrid Ironstride 18
Intermediate–AdvancedFree

Hybrid Ironstride 18

Coop
Coop· Apr 2025
36athletes running this program
iOS & Android

Overview

Length
18 weeks
Days / week
7 days
Level
Advanced, Intermediate
Goal
Muscle, Strength, Athletics
Equipment
Full Gym
Session length
70 min
FOR FULL INFO AND INSIGHTS REGARDING PROGRAM: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1xN4yCudw0q7W33Ybi06J2OZ8NTz1JBdgq99TXL38d0U/edit?tab=t.0 Hybrid IronStride 18 is an 18-week concurrent training plan that fuses powerlifting-style strength progressions with evidence-based marathon prep—perfect for athletes who refuse to choose between the barbell and the starting line. - Goal 1 — Maximal Strength: Back-squat, bench-press, and deadlift track Prilepin-guided top sets and back-offs, culminating in new 1 RM tests in Week 18. - Goal 2 — Endurance Capacity: Long runs progress to 18–20 mi while Wednesday/Saturday quality sessions build threshold speed and running economy. - Weekly Split: Lower / Upper / Run / Lower / Pull / Push + Run / Run. - Session Caps: Lifting ≤ 75 min including warm-ups; weekday runs ≤ 45 min; only Sunday long run exceeds an hour. - Fatigue Management: Built-in deloads at Weeks 6 and 12 and a 2-week taper before race or 20-mile simulation. - Who It’s For: Intermediate lifters to advanced lifters who want to keep building muscle and strength while preparing for a sub-4-hour marathon or first 26.2. - Equipment Needed: Full rack with barbell/plates, dumbbells, cable or bands, road or treadmill access.

Who it's for

Athletes at the Intermediate–Advanced level
Athletes focused on gaining both size and strength
Athletes who can train 7 days per week
Athletes with access to a full gym (barbells, dumbbells, cables, and machines)

Muscle engagement

Front
Back
Hamstrings
11%
Glutes
10.3%
Triceps
9.8%
Quadriceps
9%
Abs
8.4%
Front Delts
7.9%
Upper Back
6.5%
Chest
5.5%
Lats
5.1%
Biceps
4.4%
Other
3.9%
Lower Back
3.8%
Middle Delts
3.5%
Calves
2.9%
Adductors
2.8%
Rear Delts
2.3%
Forearms
2.3%
Cardio
0.5%
Week 1 Workouts
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Squat (Barbell)36–8 reps@7
2Romanian Deadlift (Barbell)28–10 reps@7
3Walking Lunge (Dumbbell)28–10 reps@7
Superset
4AStanding Calf Raise210–12 reps@8
4BCopenhagen Plank20.5 min@7–8
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Barbell)46–8 reps@7
2Lat Pulldown48–10 reps@7
3Seated Shoulder Press (Dumbbell)28–10 reps@7
4Rear Delt Fly (Cable)210–12 reps@7
Superset
5ASkull Crusher (Barbell)210–12 reps@7
5BSeated Dumbbell Curl210–12 reps@7
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Run16 reps@5
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Deadlift (Barbell)54–6 reps@7
2Split Squat (Barbell)28–10 reps@7
3Back Extension210–12 reps@7
Superset
4AHanging Leg Raise210–12 reps@8
4BStanding Calf Raise210–12 reps@7
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Barbell Row46–8 reps@7
2Chest Supported Row (Dumbbell)28–10 reps@7
3Hamstring Curl210–12 reps@7
Superset
4ABicep Curl (Cable)210–12 reps@7
4BSingle Arm Farmer Carry21 min@8
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Bench Press (Close Grip)36–8 reps@7
2Incline Bench Press (Dumbbell)28–10 reps@7
3Lateral Raise (Cable)310–12 reps@7
4Tricep Pushdown (Cable)210–12 reps@7
5Run46 min@8
#ExerciseSetsRepsLoad
1Run18 reps@5

Weeks 2–18 are in the app

Download Boostcamp to follow the full program with auto-progression and built-in coaching notes.

Common questions

Yes, Hybrid Ironstride 18 is completely free to follow on Boostcamp. Download the app on iOS or Android, find the program, and start your first workout immediately. All 18 weeks are fully unlocked.

This program is built around a full gym. Make sure you have consistent access before starting, since the progression model assumes you can perform the same movements week over week.

Each session typically takes around 70 minutes to complete. That estimate covers your working sets but doesn't account for warm-up or rest between sets, so budget a little extra time when you're first learning the movements.

Hybrid Ironstride 18 is structured around 7 training days per week, with rest days built in to allow for recovery. The Boostcamp app lets you reschedule sessions if your week doesn't go to plan.

The program runs for 18 weeks. The structure is designed so that each week builds on the last, with weights, volume, or intensity progressively increasing as you go.

Hybrid Ironstride 18 is available inside the Boostcamp app, free on iOS and Android. Once you download the app, you can search for the program by name. The app tracks all your sets and weights automatically, so you always know exactly what to do next session.

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