World Class Training Plans For Ice & Mixed Climbing
Designed to increase performance and resilience in the mountains.
Mountain Training Center is known for pushing the envelope when it counts but also understanding that sticking to the basics is sometimes the best path forward. Our training plans work to improve athlete performance, resilience and longevity in their respective disciplines. Our ice & mixed climbing plans are crafted by Marcus Garcia, Coach & Professional Climber.
Why train with the Mountain Training Center?
Ice & Mixed Training Plan
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12 WEEK - Preseason Ice/Mixed Climbing
The 12-Week Preseason Ice & Mixed Training Plan builds the strength, endurance, and resilience you need to send steep ice, power through mixed routes, and stay strong on long winter days. With a balance of grip training, climbing-specific strength work, and injury-prevention exercises, it prepares you to move efficiently and confidently on demanding winter terrain.
Mountain Training Center delivers all of our online training plans through TrainingPeaks, the industry-leading platform for endurance athletes. With the top-tier mobile app, you can access your workouts anywhere, log sessions in real time, and view performance insights on the go. This seamless integration keeps you organized, accountable, and progressing toward your mountain goals with clear, structured guidance every step of the way.
Meet Your Coach
Marcus Garcia is an all-around climber with over 29 years of experience, and has established over 200 new routes, including everything from traditional, sport, and mixed climbing. However, his biggest accomplishment and legacy is not how hard he can push himself, but what he passes on to the next generation of climbers as a coach and mentor. Marcus is helping develop the next generation of Olympic Caliber athletes.
When Marcus is not out teaching climbing clinics, he can be found in Durango, Co at his climbing gym, out running peaks, shooting photos, swinging tools, or just chilling at home. Marcus’s clinics are loved by all. He has a passion for mentoring many.