Want to become combat fit? There’s an app for that — and a revamped website.

Semper Fit recently announced the availability of a new High Intensity Tactical Training mobile application and an improved website in Marine Administrative Message 166/14, re-released April 1. The video-based platforms, designed for Marines but available to anyone, provides more than 500 exercises and more than 100 pre-designed workouts, categorized by each component of the program. Users can register and create a personal workout channel where they can curate favorite videos.

The website includes a workout of the day and movement of the week, designed to simplify HITT training and conditioning.

“Marines have shown interest in having easy access to the workout of the day,” said Ryan Massimo, combat fitness program manager at Semper Fit and Exchange Services Division. “This takes out the guesswork as it provides a full workout to include all of the major components for each HITT module.”

Additionally, Massimo said the “movement of the week” module is designed to teach Marines the proper biomechanics of exercises to reduce the likelihood of injuries.

The website’s homepage is divided into three major components: a list of the most recent videos, a headline column of workouts and a “collection” tab that lists each aspect of the program. Users can browse collections such as, active dynamic warm-ups; core stability and flexibility; strength and power; speed, agility and endurance; recovery and mobility, and WODs. A search function is also available to filter exercises by equipment availability, collections, categories and specific videos.

So far, 8,000 people have downloaded the application, an advancement Massimo said, represents an evolution in Marine Corps physical training.

“With the virtual access, both the website and mobile app will allow Marines [and other users] to download and access workouts and exercises anytime, anywhere,” Massimo said.

Right now, the app contains all categories except “workout.” Within the next six to eight weeks, Massimo said the app should have all categories. There are also future plans to incorporate sections for female Physical Fitness Test preparation and large group WODs, he said.

The HITT program is designed to boost operational fitness levels and optimize combat readiness and resiliency among Marines. This comprehensive strength and conditioning program considers the demands of operational activities to improve physical performance in combat.

Marines can register at www.usmc-mccs.org/hitt and download the app on iTunes or Google Play. Suggestions and comments regarding the app can be submitted to Ryan Massimo at massimor@usmc-mccs.org.
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